(Updated) Microsoft Surface Go 3 Malaysia release: coming in up to Windows 11 Pro, starting price from RM1888

Update: The Surface Go 3 will be available for pre-order starting 23 September via commercial authorised resellers such as SoftwareONE and Maxis; and authorised retailers such as All IT, Gloo by SNS, Harvey Norman, Lazada-Microsoft Authorised store, PC Image, Senheng, Shopee-Microsoft Authorised store and TMT by Thundermatch.

From the Microsoft Event, it was announced that the Surface Laptop Studio, Surface Pro 8 and Surface Duo 2 have a rather expensive price tag for each. If you're looking for something more affordable, then the new Surface Go 3 could be the one for you.

You can consider the Surface Go 3 to be an entry-level laptop. Similarly to the predecessor, it features the same 10.5-inch display in 2K resolution and comes in either Intel Pentium Gold 6500Y or Intel Core i3-10100Y processors. But other than that, sources say there isn't much change since it has the same camera, speakers, ports and measurements.

Like the rest of the new Surface products, the Surface Go 3 will have Windows 11 and its camera still supports Windows Hello facial recognition. There will be a Windows 10 Pro and Windows 11 Pro version as well, but the LTE versions aren't available just yet. Microsoft also said it supports Microsoft Pen Protocol and all-day battery life.

It's currently available for pre-order in selected markets at the starting price of $399.99 (~RM1675). If you ask me, it looks like a good tablet to have for Malaysians during this time but time will tell.

Both the Surface Go 3 and Ocean Plastic Mouse will be generally available from 5 October and will be available in the following configurations in Malaysia:

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


(Updated) New Huawei Nova series, MediaPad M3 and a Blue/Red P9 edition unveiled at IFA 2016

Looks like the rumours were true, today at IFA 2016, a new series was made known by Huawei and it was certainly not a new Mate model, but the Huawei Nova and Nova Plus. Besides that, a new MediaPad M3 along with a new Blue and Red P9 also made an appearance. Below are some details we know of the devices:

As previously speculated, the Nova has a striking resemblance of the Nexus 6P but maybe slightly smaller. Made out of aircraft-grade aluminium, it features a Snapdragon 625 chipset in 14nm form, a 5-inch 1080p IPS LCD screen, a 12MP rear camera sensor (PDAF) and a 3020 mAh battery pack. It also has knuckle gestures, fingerprint scanner and can record 4K video quality.

The starting price is €400 (around RM1821) and will start to sale in October next month in over 50 countries and regions, including Germany, Austria, France and Spain before being offered in additional markets. We're not sure if Malaysia is one of the 50 countries but we will keep you all updated.

The Nova Plus is also made of the same material as the Nova, and the design looks more like the Mate S. This smartphone sports the same chipset as the former, and a bigger 5.5-inch display and battery. Reports also state it uses a hybrid dual-SIM slot and has a Beauty makeup 2.0 feature too.

Like Nova, the Nova Plus will also be available in October in over 50 markets including Spain, Italy and Canada, before being offered in additional markets for €430 (around RM1958). In China, the new series can be purchased online at JD.com and Tmall.com, in addition to the Huawei stores.

*apply to the LTE version only** 5GHz does not support any regions certified by FCC

Last but not least, MediaPad M3's features a Harman Kardon audio system designed and tuned to give users a world class listening experience on the sleek new tablet. Huawei worked with Harman Kardon audio engineers who developed and fine tuned the audio systems and certified the device’s unsurpassed listening experience, the AKG specifically designed the AKG H300 earphones for MediaPad M3.

Aside from that, it also features ClariVu3.0 display technology for greater clarity and sharpness, and filters out harmful blue light to ease eye strain. The fingerprint scanner is located on the front, and the 5100 mAh high capacity battery provides up to 11 hours of FHD video playback, up to 6 hours of continuous 3D game playing and as many as 45 hours of music playback.

There will be three different prices depending on the model, it will soon debut in Malaysia on 26 September 2016 as well.


Apple iOS 8.1 coming on 20 October 2014

Apart from the Apple iPad tablets, Apple also revealed that the latest Apple iOS 8.1 update will be available for download on 20 October 2014. The update brings a number of features to your Apple device including support for Apple Pay, the iCloud Photo Library public beta and the camera roll that disappeared in iOS 8. Hopefully it won't cause as many problems as previous iOS 8 updates.[Source]


(Updated) Nokia 5'available now for RM799, Nokia 6 pushed back to end of July 2017

Since Nokia 3, 5, 6 and the revamped 3310’s reveal in Malaysia over a month ago, HMD Global is excited to announce that the Nokia 3 and 5 are now available for sale in Malaysia at all major retailers and local network providers.

Perhaps you already know this, but since 1 June 2017, the classic 3310 is on sale at 11street.my in four colours - Warm Red and Yellow in gloss finish, and Dark Blue and Grey in matte finish retailing at RM239. Then for the Nokia 3, it is already available in four colours -  Matte Black, Silver, Tempered Blue and Copper for RM599. The colour options same applies to the Nokia 5 and 6, but it (Nokia 5) will be on sale for RM799.

All prices are inclusive of GST. As for Nokia 6, its price is RM999 but has yet to go on sale officially because of being delayed globally. According to the company, the arrival has been pushed back to the end of July 2017.

For the full specifications of the said devices, head over to our coverage news here and check it out.


(Updated) OPPO F5 Dashing Blue edition pre-order available now for RM1298 with a Swarovski crystal clear phone case

With the recent release of the OPPO F5 Dashing Blue edition, OPPO Malaysia has announced that a pre-order has begun today for the same price of RM1298. And to make it special for Valentine's Day, the first 500 consumers who pre-order it online will definitely get an exclusive gift which is a Swarovski crystal clear phone case.

Consumers can purchase the special editionoffline from OPPO Concept Store or its official website, as well as their official online store at Lazada, 11street and Shopee to receive the blue gift box. In addition, a free laser engraving of their choice (10 characters max) will appear on the phone case when they pre-order it online.

Sounds like a perfect plan for your Valentine's? Go for it! Stay tuned for more OPPO news at TechNave.com.


(Updated) Pocophone F1 by Xiaomi unveiled with flagship tech-specs and more from a starting price of RM1237

(Updated) Initially revealed on 22 August 2018, we have the privilege to take a good first look and hands-on on the Pocophone F1 by Xiaomi right here in Jakarta, Indonesia. Is it coming to Malaysia? Yup! Although the company didn't mention anything about Malaysia's pricing and availability during the event, it's confirmed that it will be available in Malaysia on 30 August starting at RM1237 (6GB + 64GB, only on Lazada) and RM1428 (6GB + 128GB, on both Mi Stores and Lazada).

Do keep in mind that with the upcoming SST implementation from 10 September 2018 onwards, the official price tag for the 6GB + 64GB and 6GB + 128GB model will be RM1299 and RM1499 respectively. And to celebrate the Pocophone F1 release in Malaysia, Xiaomi Malaysia will be holding a special promotion at  the new Mid Valley Authorised Mi Store on 30 August 2018. The first 200 customers who purchases this phone will bring home a free Mi Sports Bluetooth Earphone (RM93) and a game holder. Anyway, check out the hands-on pictures below!

For the Malaysia market, it seems that we will only get Graphite Black and Steel Blue. The dual rear camera is using a Sony IMX 363 sensor (12MP) and a Samsung sensor (5MP), the fingerprint scanner is just right below

Then on the front screen panel, the notch there is housing an infrared lens and lighting for Face Unlock (which works in the dark), an earpiece in the middle, a proximity sensor and a 20MP front camera. There's also a dual stereo speaker with Dirac HD Sound / Dual Smart PA

There 25 different AI scenes identification along with AI Portrait and AI Beautify

Due to enhancements in the screen response and animation frame rate, this is perhaps why the user interface experience is quicker than other smartphones. You can see that it allows you to separate the apps based on catergory (top) and colours (bottom). MIUI for POCO will receive the Android P update in the near future

One thing that sets this phone apart from many flagships is not only because it has a LiquidCool technology that helps to keep the heat in check, but the fact that its body is polycarbonate material and this pretty much perfect for those who don't care about the looks. Besides that, it has an innovative MIUI for POCO user interface which is pretty interesting, simply called Turbocharged Engine to be fast and precise, it's able to deliver faster app startups, faster gaming performance, as well as a faster swiping experience. It even has an app drawer that can automatically categorize apps based on colours or categories, a dream of OCD users!

So what do you think of the phone? Stay tuned for more Xiaomi news at TechNave.com.


(Updated) Porsche Design Huawei Mate RS unveiled as world's first dual fingerprint sensor device, DOLBY ATMOS speakers and more starting from ~RM8140

So not only the Huawei P20 and P20 Pro were revealed, but a spanking new Porsche Design Huawei Mate RS made a surprise public appearance as well. As the rumours suggest, it's the world's first dual fingerprint sensor device that includes an in-screen fingerprint sensor, as well as having a Leica triple rear camera setup. There are two variants based on memory storage - a 256GB and a mighty 512GB model. In other words, that also means there are two price tags for it - €1695 (6GB + 256GB, ~RM8140) and €2095 (6GB + 512GB, ~RM10,061). Check out the official tech-specs and features below.

As all Porsche Design devices go, the Mate RS has a stylish 8-edged 3D curved glass body. In case you're wondering what does RS stand for, it's a term used for the the world of Porsche motorsport for outstanding racing performance. To add on to that, the Mate RS shares pretty much the same tech-specs with the P20 Pro except for the display, memory storage and the insane dual fingerprint scanner for 'convenience'. As aforementioned, one is an in-screen and the other behind.

The 6-inch curved OLED screen with 2K resolution, this is seriously a beautiful phone

The triple camera setup is the same as the P20 Pro, the standalone camera at the top is the 20MP monochrome sensor, while the bottom two are the 40MP RGB+ 8MP telephoto combo

Here's the side view, also there's no headphone jack on this one either

Each Mate RS device comes with a beautiful (black and red) leather phone case accessory to match the premium interior finish of the Porsche cars

The Mate RS is the first Huawei handset to allow quick wireless charging, it's said the wireless charging is 10Watt and faster than the iPhone X

According to the press release from the event, this premium smartphone is scheduled to arrive in Malaysia during the mid of May in Black, and as a limited edition in China the device will also be available in Red. What do you think of the phone? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


(Updated) RFID lanes & TnG eWallet facing technical issues until further notice

Just this morning, it has been reported that all the RFID lanes are temporarily closed at Pantai Toll Plaza & Bukit Kiara Toll Plaza (both ways) due to technical issues. As such, drivers on the highway have been told to use the Touch 'n Go lane for the time being.

However, it seems that the TnG eWallet is down as well. While not every user is affected, some are logged out for some reason and couldn't log back in due to the high traffic of users. With this, users are advised to use their TnG card and we hope that you all have sufficient balance before heading out.

Meanwhile, the TnG eWallet team issued a notice that there was a technical issue regarding the matter. They also stated that drivers can still pay for the tolls and parking via PayDirect and RFID. (New update) As of 3.30 PM, the TnG eWallet and its services are now back online and you can check with yours if it's alright.

We also heard that dues to the RFID lane issues, a long queue is causing a massive jam nearby the aforementioned tolls. We hope everyone is safe out there and we will keep an eye on this to update this page again.


(Updated) Realme 3 coming soon, designed revealed and will use a new MediaTek Helio P70 chipset

As previously teased, Realme has hinted that the upcoming Realme 3 will be the next "big" thing and Realme CEO, Madhav Sheth, was kind enough to share a teaser image and some tech specs, including leaked live photos by the company itself. Let's take a look at what it offers.

According to the teaser image, the Realme 3 design will sport a diamond-cut design that was previously used by the Realme 1. Realme will also integrate a dual rear camera but the sensor specs are unknown at the moment, in addition, we aren't sure if the diamond-cut design will be in glass material but knowing the budget-friendly smartphone manufacturer way, it will probably be in plastic.

Realme 3 seems to be following the footsteps of the OPPO F9 series, Starry Purple edition

Madhav Sheth also confirmed that the Realme 3 will feature the latest MediaTek processor - the Helio P70 and will run on 4GB of RAM with 64GB worth of storage. Also shared by Realme CEO, the Helio P70 seems to be optimised for gaming usage, as it's able to lower power consumption by 40%. We shall see about that. Oh, it's also confirmed that the phone will be launced on 4 March 2019 in India.

Realme 3 will likely come into the Malaysia market but until it's confirmed by Realme Malaysia, stay tuned for the official news only at TechNave.com.


(Updated) Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is available for pre-order starting from RM3699 on 10 August 2018

(Updated) With the launch of the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 in New York City on 9 August 2018, the device is available for pre-order in Malaysia starting on 10 August 2018 for the price of RM3699 for the 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage and RM4599 for the 8GB RAM and 512GB internal storage. The pre-order will end on 19th August 2018 and all the colours except for the Lavender Purple model will come.

Based on the image sourced from Sin Chew Daily Newspaper, customers who pre-order the 6GB RAM, 128GB internal storage variant will be eligible to claim the Samsung Galaxy Gear Sport as a free gift while those who pre-ordered the 8GB RAM, 512GB internal storage variant will receive the Samsung Galaxy Gear Sport, an additional strap worth RM93 as well as an official wireless charger. However, take the information with a grain of salt as there was no official statement from the Samsung representative. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates like these.


(Updated) Samsung Galaxy S10 series livestream time officially announced

Tuan tuan dan puan puan, we have a special announcement from Samsung Malaysia! In conjunction with the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S10 series release on 20 February 2019, we were told that there will be livestream happening in the official Samsung Malaysia website on Thursday, 21 February 2019 at 3 AM (+8 GMT).

Yes, that's a crazy time to stay awake but if you can't make it, no worries - we got you all covered as we will be covering the event so you would be one of the first to know. Besides the Samsung Malaysia website, you can also visit Samsung Malaysia's Facebook and Twitter page when the event begins. The Galaxy S10 series is going to be an exciting one because of the rumoured new processor, the new Infinity O display, a triple camera setup, reverse wireless charging technology and many more. We did a compilation of all the rumours so you can check it out here.

Stay tuned for the official Galaxy S10 series news only at TechNave.com.


(Updated) Samsung Galaxy S9 & Galaxy S9+ price revealed from RM3299, pre-order has begun & new trade-in program introduced

The much teased and anticipated Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ have been revealed at the MWC 2018 event. As you can guess, the price tag is in the flagship range and it will cost starting from RM3299 (Galaxy S9, 64GB), RM3799 (Galaxy S9+, 64GB), RM3999 (Galaxy S9+ 128GB) and RM4399 (Galaxy S9+, 256GB) respectively. The pre-order page has also officially started today (1 March 2018) and 16 March 2018 is the official release date.

All those who pre-order will get a bundle offer that includes a Harman Kardon speaker worth RM699. A trade-in program was also announced during the event and here's how it works, it will start from 9 March until 30 April 2018 and you can save up to RM400 + pay up the top up the difference. Of course, your device must be in good condition, so that means no cracked display, no damaged or missing buttons, IMEI must be accessible and must be unlocked. To check the complete list of phones eligible for the program, check out the official list here.

On the other hand, Lazada Malaysia has also started its pre-order for the two flagships. Customers will only need to pay a deposit of RM300 to secure the phone, and will receive the phone upon paying the full amount. What’s more, customers who make payments in full are eligible for a 0% interest instalment, bringing home a free Harman Kardon Speaker and an exclusive VIP surprise.

The new Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ duo have a new camera system - a Super Speed Dual Pixel 12MP + 12MP with Optical Image Stabilizer for each sensor (autofocus) and one of the sensors can go as low as F/1.5 aperture. There's also an Augmented Reality Emoji for you, a slow-mo video recording feature up to 960fps, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset and more. To read the full details of what the phones can do, you should totally check them out right here of our hands-on device coverage and below is a recap of the tech-specs.

Lastly, all colours - Lilac Purple, Midnight Black and Coral Blue will be available except for Titanium Grey. So are you looking forward to it? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


(Updated) Sony Xperia 1 III, Xperia 5 III & Xperia 10 III Malaysia price announced, starting from RM1999

Update: The Xperia 10 III price is now official, priced at RM1999. Tech specs have been added below

Back in the middle of April, Sony Malaysia announced the Xperia 1 III, Xperia 5 III and Xperia 10 III, and we waited quite a long time for the rest of the details. Today, the price tags got listed on the company's official website and they cost RM5799 and RM4599 respectively. There's nothing about the Xperia 10 III yet.

In terms of availability, Sony Malaysia hasn't officially stated the exact dates yet. But just to refresh your memory, the company did announce that the Xperia 1 III be coming at the end of July whereas the Xperia 5 III should arrive from September onwards. As for the Xperia 10 III, it is scheduled for August release.

To the tech specs corner, we talked about them before but here is the official list for your reference:

Sony Mobile has been getting a lot of criticism for the high-end price recently, but the company defended that the phones are solely focusing on professional videographers and photographers. But what do you think? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple iOS 8 coming on 17 September 2014

Announced earlier in June 2014, iOS 8 generally was more open to customization, with the ability to change out the standard QuickType keyboard, a more useful Siri and new features like the Health hub app and Family Sharing. While Apple did not release the final version at the Apple iPhone 6 launch event, they did say when it would be released and for what devices. According to Apple, iOS 8 will be available for free download on 17 September 2014. It will be available to users who have an Apple iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, iPhone 5C, iPhone 5S, iPod touch 5th generation, iPad 2, iPad 3, iPad Air, iPad mini and iPad mini with Retina Display. As always, be sure to backup before you download the update, just in case.


(Updated) The Malaysian Immigration website got hacked again

Editor's note - the website is back online after almost a day of "maintenance"

If you're looking to get some immigration documents done, bad luck to you. It seems that the Malaysian Immigration website got hacked again. If you Google search it, you will see that it is "hacked by CaptainSmok3r".

It's not the first time that a government website got hacked. We tried accessing the website but as expected, the page wouldn't load at all. Interestingly, the official Imigresen Malaysia Twitter account just announced that the website is currently on maintenance which we heavily doubt. Because if it was, I don't think we would see that hacked message.

LAMAN WEB JABATAN IMIGRESEN MALAYSIA SEDANG DISELENGGARA Dimaklumkan bahawa, laman web Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia (JIM) iaitu https://t.co/wjlb72vzMw sedang diselenggara buat sementara waktu. https://t.co/4W2bb4XoGI pic.twitter.com/ToibB6P45y

Perhaps the admin team is trying to recover the Malaysian Immigration website right now as we speak. Until then, we will keep an eye on it and will update this page again when it's up and running.


(Updated) The new #HuaweiMate20 series revealed with Kirin 980, new LEICA Triple rear cameras, lots of AI and more starting from ~RM3837

Today, Huawei has finally unveiled the latest Mate 20 series along with other two products including the Huawei Watch GT and Band 3 Pro the but we'll cover these separately. Powered by the Kirin 980 chipset, a new Nano Memory card and more, the series includes the Huawei Mate 20, starting from €799 (4GB + 128GB, ~RM3837) and €849 (6GB + 128GB, ~RM4078), €1049 (~RM5038) for the Mate 20 Pro,  €899 (~RM4318) for the Mate 20X and the Porsche Design Mate 20 RS in two variants -  €1659 (8GB + 256GB, ~RM8141) and €2095 (8GB + 512GB, ~RM10062). All the phones except the Mate 20X (26 October 2018) are now available worldwide but we don't have a clear date for Malaysia's release.

The Mate 20 series are going for a shiny curved back with no more camera band, the inspiration for the new rear camera design is apparently from the Porsche 911 Four point headlamps so that all of the Huawei Mate 20 series are essentially sporting Porsche Design elements. They will be coming in black, blue, green, silver and the two tone twilight with shiny diagonal Hyper Optical Patterns that shimmer under the light and are anti-fingerprint (there's a pink version too, but this one isn't expected to come to Malaysia).

Richard Yu showing off the Huawei Mate 20 Pro and Mate 20 smartphones

Here's one of the newest colour for the Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro, it's called Emerald Green

Mate 20 has a waterdrop notch instead of a wider one

So, as mentioned from our rumours roundup post, the three Mate 20 models really look similar from the back but the Mate 20X is the big one. Designed for gaming as teased from its Twitter account, it features a humongous 5000mAh battery and a 7.21-inch OLED display in a compact body very much smaller than most 7-inch tablets.

It also has an extra accessory, Huawei is dubbing this stylus as the Huawei M-Pen which is meant for scrubbing down quick notes, drawing and it can even take a screenshot from double-clicking it (sounds familiar?). To solve the heating problem from gaming, the company has also installed a Graphene Film and Vapor Chamber Cooling System which when combined with GPU Turbo 2.0 offer no lag gaming.

The Mate 20X in a nutshell, same camera specs and has an IP53 water and dust resistant grade

The M-Pen is quite huge, it should be a separated accessory

Here's how the new cooling system look like within

The Mate 20 has the same design as the Mate 20X but is smaller due to the 6.5-inch display, but both have a Full HD+ pixel resolution. It also retains a 3.5mm headphone jack. You'll be surprised to know that the Mate 20 Pro has a slightly smaller 6.4-inch display but this is mainly because it has a sleeker dual curved edge screen. The Mate 20 Pro goes for the higher-end 2K+ or quad HD+ pixel resolution

The Mate 20 Pro features an in-display fingerprint sensor, a SuperCharge technology with 40watts which allows charging up to 70% in just 30 minutes, a 3D Depth Sensor for facial recognition and 3D Selfie, 15W wireless charging (and the ability to reverse charge Qi wireless chargable devices), wireless easy projection (thanks to a dongle), as well as a new AI Cinema Mode and more.

The battery packs for the Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro respectively

40W SuperCharge technology is only available on the Mate 20 Pro, same goes for the wireless charging with 15W

It can even do reverse wireless charging to other phones and accessories, BURN

Apparently, the 24MP front camera isn't alone on the top notch

Make fantasy a reality. With 3D Live Object on the #HUAWEIMate20Pro you can capture an item and then bring it to life. #HigherIntelligence pic.twitter.com/gaZQjWb2SI

3D Live Emoji is available thanks to the 3D Depth Sensor. To add on, the 3D Live Object as part of their low-energy AR (Augmented reality) feature

We also have a new Nano Memory card (256GB) for the Mate 20 series, interesting

The AI Cinema Mode is a new video recording feature for the videographers and offers some filters such as nostalgia, Hitchcock, portrait bokeh, and AI Portrait colour with AI Video Zoom technology for tracking the subject in real time. To explain it further, the AI Cinema mode records the subject in colour while the background and other objects are black and white in real-time, no post processing necessary, making it ideal for videographers on the go.

AI Predictive Focus is also there to follow the subject's movement better in video recording, allowing for smoother overall video and photos. The LEICA Triple rear camera has actually changed, with the monochrome sensor being replaced with a 20MP ultra wide 150 degrees lens (for the Mate 20 Pro). When this is combined with the 40MP camera and 8MP telephoto camera, you can now take detailed super wide angle shots or go as close as 2.5cm for really close-up macro shots without needing any extra macro or wide angle lens.

The AI Scene Recognition now recognizes 24 different scene categories for more than 500 different scenarios while the 5x hybrid zoom lets you zoom in without any loss of details. There is also an AI Assisted Composition feature which makes sure you don't accidentally chop off heads when you take pictures.

Broaden your perspective with the Ultra Wide Angle Lens. The #HUAWEIMate20 has raised the landscape shot game. #HigherIntelligence pic.twitter.com/jnC7ceY6ti

The beauty's in the detail… and you can see it clearly with macro shooting on the #HUAWEIMate20. Perfect shots up to 2.5cm. #HigherIntelligence pic.twitter.com/RU63qf3gWL

Give life a splash of colour. With AI Portrait Mode on the #HUAWEIMate20 you can film with a Hollywood effect and create your own work of art. #HigherIntelligence pic.twitter.com/eCdHSDxHG4

So what do you think about the new Mate 20 series? We are pretty stoked about it and can't wait to test out the camera capabilities in the near future. By the way, Huawei Malaysia will also be bringing the notebook series -  the MateBook X Pro and MateBook D along with the new Mate 20 series. Stay tuned on 17 October as we will unveil the pricing and availability for Malaysia soon at TechNave.com!


(Updated) Two brand new Fusion Colours for the vivo V11 and it's using a Snapdragon 660 AIE

We are now in the month of September and the vivo V11 release is getting closer (we can feel it). Just over the long weekend, vivo Malaysia was kind enough to share with us some new information about the upcoming selfie smartphone - two brands colours and some tech-specs. Let's get right to it below!

Firstly, the V11 will come in two colour options which are called Starry Night and Nebula. Obviously inspired by the theme of space, the Starry Night edition is a combination of both black and blue together, as if we are staring into the stars of the night sky upon a closer look. Then for the Nebula edition, it's a combination of blue and purple hues. Judging by the image that is already on their Facebook page, it looks like the blue will be on top and the purple remains at the bottom. vivo calls this Fusion Colours and we hope the phones will look exactly like the images.

To the tech-specs side, it's confirmed that the V11 will be packing a Snapdragon 660 AIE and 6GB of RAM, which the V11 managed to manage to secure up to 128539 points on the AnTuTu chart. Apparently, there's also MediaTek Helio P60 variant and it's called the V11i, will we be getting two V11 variants into Malaysia? Seems unlikely, these two processors are quite similar to each other after all.

That's all, folks. Expect more V11 news coming on your way for this couple of days at TechNave.com!


[Updated] U Mobile adds on 2GB data and more for even better postpaid voice and broadband plans

(from left to right) Jasmine Lee, U Mobile’s Chief Marketing Officer and Lee Fook Heng, U Mobile’s Head of Product Marketing unveiling the new U Mobile postpaid plans, which offer postpaid mobile and broadband users an additional 2GB of high speed mobile internet.

Joining in with the affordable price war kicked off by the FIRST Basic 38 by Celcom plan, U Mobile have announced revisions to their postpaid voice/data and broadband plans. For their voice/data postpaid plans of U28, P50 and P70 you can now get an extra 2GB or more worth of data (the P70 plan gets 2.5GB more and recent upgrades also now enable unlimited calls to all networks). The revision includes existing subscribers along with new subscribers, so if you're a U Mobile postpaid plan user, you'll be getting the notification message soon. In addition, U Mobile postpaid broandband plans like MB40, MB68, MB88 and MB128 will also get an extra 2GB of data (or more) along with a free 21Mbps MiFi modem. This is valid until 31 August 2015 but the extra data will remain as long as you remain subscribed. Check out the U Mobile postpaid voice/data site or U Mobile postpaid broadband site and tables below for more details:


(Updated) Vivo releases V9 teaser, hinting an affordable price than iPhone X and coming soon to Malaysia

Remember that new vivo smartphone that has a new front top-notch display? The vivo V9 seems like it's the real deal and it could come to Malaysia this year or sooner than later around March 2018. Unfortunately, information about the device is quite scarce so at this point, we can only speculate about it.

Based on the teaser shown above, the tagline "Now, we keep the doctors away." is from a popular phrase of "An apple a day, keeps the doctor away." With this, vivo is obviously hinting that you don't need to spend too much for the Apple iPhone X. We aren't sure if the notch is really smaller than the iPhone X or just a design, but it's rumoured to be vivo's largest screen display, possibly at 90% aspect ratio. Besides that, rumours also have it that the V9 is featuring a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor, while the front is confirmed to be 24MP.

Meanwhile, there's a new report that the phone will come sooner than expected. According to SIRIM's database, this model number vivo-1723 is probably the V9 and we are guessing late March or early April will be the released date.

That's all we got for now, so until then stay tuned for more vivo news at TechNave.com.


Updated YouTube Creators site to provide guidance for content creators

For content creators on YouTube, the thing they always have to consider is how to grow their channel. Experienced creators will know what to do, but what about aspiring creators or relatively new ones? Well, YouTube wants to make things easier for these people too.

As announced by YouTube, the YouTube for Creators website has now been refreshed and offers the relevant know-how and tools in one place. There will be "expert advice" to help creators deliver their content and build their communities. The website will offer expert advice to help tell your story, build your community, and turn your passions into opportunities.

For example, newbies can click on "Getting started on YouTube" for tips on production, channel branding, and how to use YouTube Studio. There's also an extensive section that explains monetisation on YouTube, an explanation of YouTube's algorithm, and access to various initiatives by YouTube. On top of that, there's a new section introducing YouTube Shorts.

Mind you, some of the initiatives like the YouTube Shorts Fund do not apply to creators in Malaysia. But if you'd like to learn more, you can visit the YouTube Creators website. For those who have, what do you think of the updated website so far? Share your thoughts in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


(Updated version 7) All the tech gadgets 7.7 Mid Year Sales that you need to know

Update - Added in vivo, HONOR, Acer, LG, OnePlus and realme at the bottom. OPPO has another new promo on its official store in Shopee

As usual, the annual 7.7 Mid Year Sales is coming upon us once again and there are plenty of attractive offers. In case you missed some, a few brands have already sent out what they are offering and we got you covered. So far, we have Samsung, OPPO, Xiaomi, Apple and even Shopee with a wide variety of gadgets on sale. Without further ado, let's get into it.

Starting with the Korean tech brand, a few of their smartphones are having a discount sale. For us, we think the Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G and Galaxy Note20 5G are worth getting because there is an over RM1000 discount right now. Even the latest Galaxy S21 series are on sale too but not too much. If you are looking for something else cheaper, there's the Galaxy A11 for just RM423 (the lowest).

In addition, some of their accessories are on sale with up to 67% off. You can also have a purchase with purchase (PWP) such as buying a 75-inch The Frame QLED 4K Smart LifeStyle TV that comes bundled with a free LTV Bezel. The promotion will go on for the whole month of July so for more information, you can visit our news coverage right here.

Next, OPPO Malaysia has already begun its Mid Year Full Speed Bonanza until 18 July 2021. As usual, OPPO fans and customers alike can hope and get gifts, lucky draws, discounts, cashbacks and more. You can refer to the table below for your reference:

That’s not all, the company is also looking to reward 12 lucky purchasers of any OPPO smartphone as well! Customers who purchase an OPPO smartphone are entitled to a lucky draw entry for a brand-new 43” Smart TV, with 12 units up for grabs! To be in the running, simply follow the steps below:

For more information about the OPPO Mid-Year Full Speed Bonanza, you can visit the official webpage right here. But wait, there's more -

OPPO Malaysia is also kicking off with another Mid Year Sale on its official store in Shopee. From now until the 7th of July, you stand a chance to bring home an OPPO A74 for free, as well as a new pair of OPPO Enco Buds and a 10,000mAh powerbank. To win these prizes, all you have to do is follow and rate the OPPO Official Shopee Store here and purchase any OPPO product until 7.7. You will have to upload a screenshot of your purchase on your Facebook or Instagram account then share it with the OPPO Shopee chat. After that, just stay tuned for the prize announcement on 19 July in the Shopee store.

Lucky draws aside, there are more attractive promos in the form of discounts and gifts during this period. So here's another table below:

Xiaomi Malaysia initially did a Shop With Mi campaign last June but there's a new one from the 7th until the 16th of July. On 7.7, you can get deals of up to 30% off and exclusive free gifts on selected smartphones and ecosystem products. Then from 8 - 16 July, you can purchase a Mi Robot Vacuum Mop at a special After Party price! You can refer to the table below:

To add on, the Earn with Mi referral program is still ongoing as well until 31 July 2021. If you don't know what that is, basically you can promote a Xiaomi product and get a referral commission of up to RM30 after purchasing and using a period. If you visit the image above, there are steps for you to register and start earning.

If you want to get yourself an Apple product, here's what we found about its official store page in Lazada. Starting from 5 until 7 July, those who have a Standard Chartered Mastercard can use the promo code - SCBAPPLE and get RM100 off from minimum spending of RM3000. Plus, the iPhone 11 (128GB) will be priced at RM2895 for two hours only (12 AM - 2 AM) on 7 July 2021.

There are plenty of Apple devices on sale as well, this includes the iPad lineup going as low as RM1549, as well as the latest MacBook Air with the M1 chip for RM4249. Apple wearables like the Apple Watch Series, AirPods Pro, AirPods Max and other accessories will be on sale too. For more information, you may visit the official Apple Store here.

If you are looking for other gadgets such as computers, audio, cameras and TVs, For starters, you can get yourself an AirPods Pro (with a wireless charging case) for RM799 which is the lowest we have seen so far. There are some cameras on sale too such as Sony and Canon, and the lowest TV promotion that we saw was the Xiaomi TVP1 Android 9.0 Smart TV for RM899.

For smartphones, there are plenty of that in Shopee. There are the iPhone 12 mini (RM2899), OPPO Reno4 (RM959), OnePlus Nord CE 5G (RM1499), POCO X3 Pro (RM899) and many more. For the full list, you can visit our news coverage about Shopee's Electrifying Tech Deals.

vivo Malaysia also just entered the party starting today (5 July) and will last until 7 July 2021. On its official store in Lazada, the vivo x LazMall 7.7 Mid Year sale will offer customers and fans discounts up a 77% discount with a minimum spend of RM1, capped at RM5, and redeem discount vouchers up to RM70 with a minimum spend of RM100, with terms and conditions apply.

During the period, customers can purchase a new vivo Y12A smartphone with a 5000mAh battery at RM529. Then exclusively on 7 July (12 AM to 2 AM), the vivo V20 will be available for RM999. At the same time, those who purchase the vivo X60 or V21 series are entitled to enjoy 1-year Extended Warranty and 1-year Screen Crack Protection worth RM399.

Below is the list of promo prices for your reference:

By the way, customers who purchase selected the vivo smartphones will be receiving complimentary gifts worth up to RM399, including a premium washbag, sanitiser pouch, mask clip and weighing scale, while stocks last. You may also collect your Lazada Bonus during the period on the vivo official store and add them to the cart, then check out the products on Mega Day on 7.7.

As for HONOR Malaysia, the company also just kickoff their mid-year sales today (5 July) which will take place on Shopee until 7.7. Customers can enjoy savings up to RM280 for laptops, smart bands and smartwatches. With each purchase, customers will take home freebies based on a first-come-first-serve basis. Below is the table for your reference:

Speaking of laptops, Acer Malaysia has a series of promotions for laptops, desktops, monitors and accessories in the Acer official and certified stores in Shopee and Lazada. There are a couple of attractive deals on specific dates so do check the point forms out below:

If you're only really looking for a TV, you can now get your hands on the best-in-class TVs offered by LG. This includes an OLED 4K, NanoCell 4K or Premium UHD series from the LG Flagship Stores on Lazada and Shopee. LG offers up to RM4000 in savings for 24 hours on 7th July 2021. To add on, there is a new gaming display, 48” LG 4K OLED C1 TV as well.

Next up, OnePlus Malaysia has various promotions waiting for Malaysian fans to shop on both Shopee Mall and LazMall. The promo deals are quite straightforward so check out the promotions as below:

OnePlus Official Shopee Store (7 July only)

OnePlus Lazada Flagship Store (5 July until 7 July)

At realme Malaysia's corner, the company is offering limited-time discounts of up to 65% on realme smartphones and AIoT products in Lazada and Shopee. The AIoT products include earbuds, Smart TVs, smartwatches and others. You can browse the promo deals as below:

We are expecting more brands to send us their Mid Year Sales promotion soon. So until then, we will just keep updating this page whenever there's a new one. Stay safe and stay tuned for more trending tech gadget deals at TechNave.com.


Updated web interface may have caused Instagram accounts suspended for no reason last night

Last night at around 9 PM, Instagram users experienced a real-life Halloween episode of not being able to access their accounts. Not only that, but it also affected a drop in followers (especially for influencers, hearsay) as their accounts got suspended accidentally.

As of posting this news, Instagram has already resolved the bug that causes a short-term panic for many Instagram users. From its tweet, Instagram Comms apologized and said "it was causing people in different parts of the world to have issues accessing their accounts and caused a temporary change for some in number of followers,".

We’ve resolved this bug now – it was causing people in different parts of the world to have issues accessing their accounts and caused a temporary change for some in number of followers. Sorry! https://t.co/Q1FBOEI97D

Nobody really knows (except Instagram) what really happened, but sources say that it coincidentally happened around the same time as the app's updated web interface. Sources say that the menu links for Start, Search, Explore, Messages, Notifications, Create and Profile are now on the left side instead of the top. True enough, the Instagram web version now has a slight new look.

From time to time, WhatsApp and Instagram tend to have some problems. It was only last week when WhatsApp users experienced a global outage for no reason. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Updates to YouTube app makes wireless streaming better

Google sometimes updates things when we don't expect it and one was done for the YouTube mobile app last week. With the latest update comes new features, including voice search, an improved navigation menu, and HDR support added to the Sony PS4 consoles.

The biggest addition has to be the voice search feature, which you can use when casting to a smart TV. It's available to both iOS and Android devices, allowing all users to easily search for content without having to type. Google has also updated the navigation menu on the left to make it easier for users to find things like music or gaming. Support for HDR videos have also been expanded, with the Sony PS4 and PS4 Pro now added to the list.

It would seem that Google really intends for YouTube to become more streaming-friendly with all these changes. In fact, SmartDroid pointed out that the Android version of YouTube actually some simple remote control functions that can be used during wireless casting.

Do you stream YouTube from your phone, or just use the app in smart TVs? Let us know your preferred device or interface for YouTube on our Facebook. For more news and updates like this, remember to stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Updating your OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro to Oxygen OS 11 open beta 3 could potentially wipe all your data on the smartphone

Based on a statement androidauthority, it seems that a bunch of users reported that all the data in their OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro have been fully wiped out after receiving an update for the Oxygen OS 11 open beta 3. Unfortunately, there is no official information in regards to what’s causing the data to be erased after updating, OnePlus’ staff mentioned on the forum to refrain from updating their smartphone until the problem has been rectified.

With that being said, if you were to accidentally installed the new update but have not restarted your phone, OnePlus recommends users to download and run an APK which allows you to keep your data before restarting. As of now, OnePlus is currently working on a fix for the issue, so if you’re keen on updating your OnePlus 8 series smartphone, you might want to stay tuned for that.

What are your thoughts on the Oxygen OS 11 update causing data to be erased? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


5 Malaysian Youths to represent Digi at Telenor Youth Forum Asia 2016

Digi Telecommunications Sdn Bhd has chosen five Malaysian youths to represent Digi to attend the first-ever Asian edition of Telenor’s global youth thought leadership forum to be held in Bangkok. The Telenor Youth Forum Asia will focus on finding solutions to solve some of the most pressing youth issues in Asia ranging from youth unemployment to dialogue and access surrounding less talked about topics, such as mental health.

Besides them, other 23 youths representing Bangladesh, India, Myanmar, Pakistan, and Thailand who are all alumni of the global Telenor Youth Forum from the past three years are also joining.

Quah Yean Nie, Head of Communications of Digi Telecommunications Sdn Bhd said, “We are glad that five of Malaysia’s future leaders who took part in Telenor Youth Forums for the past three years, will get this opportunity to participate and make their voices heard in addressing some of the pressing issues affecting Asian youth in today’s rapidly changing world. Born into a digital age, they are the perfect group of people to share ideas and come up with possible solutions as they are passionate about social causes and believe that the power of technology can create action and real change.”

The five chosen youths representing Malaysia and Digi are:

World-class mentors and speakers from organisations such as the United Nations Development Programme, UNICEF Global Innovation Centre and the Nobel Peace Center, will provide and guide expert resources for strategy building, design planning and solution delivery. Such well-known mentors and speakers include Sigve Brekke, President and CEO of Telenor Group, and Liv Tørres, Executive Director of the Nobel Peace Center.

“By reconnecting our markets’ brightest, most engaged and tech-savvy youth to address challenges facing their peers in Asia, we hope to see creative solutions that inspire scalable programs that will empower youth in the region,” said Brekke.

“As we pilot the Telenor Youth Forum in Asia, we are not only furthering our commitment to an inclusive digital future, but also expanding this formerly Oslo-based programme into a year-round cycle of dialogue and production.”

During the course of the two-day forum, participants will develop actionable solutions to five key challenges that have been outlined for youth in Asia:

Telenor Youth Forum Asia 2016 will take place from May 25-26 in Bangkok, Thailand. The standout solution presented by the five teams will be featured at the fourth Telenor Youth Forum to be in Oslo, Norway during the Nobel Peace Prize week in December. For more information on the upcoming 2016 program, and to learn more about how to apply for it, visit www.telenor.com/youthforum/.


Apple iOS 8 now available in Malaysia

While the iOS site for Malaysia has the operating system still in Coming Soon, Apple have already made their latest iOS 8 update available for download. The update is available to all Apple iPhone 4S and above users, iPad 2 and above users, all iPad mini users and those with a 5th generation iPod Touch. All you need to do is go to Settings > General > Software Updates. The update is almost 1GB but requires some free space (about 5.7GB for the iPhone) to update properly, so be sure to have a good amount of space available on your device. Like all updates be sure to back up all your important stuff and make sure you have enough battery life before you update.


Upgrade your Unifi speed for free now!

If you are a Unifi customer – check your email. TM is sending out an email giving away a ‘Thank You Surprise’ where customers who replied the email is entitled for a free speed upgrade to their TM Unifi package.

All customers need to do is fill up their details, and they will be able to find out what is their upgraded speeds that they are entitled to. All 30Mbps customers will be upgraded to 50Mbps, while 50Mbps customers will get 100Mbps speeds. The upgrade is done at no additional costs, and no contract renewal as well.

The date when they are upgraded is a big vague – as TM said it can happen from now until June 2017 in stages – and customers will be getting the upgrade notification via their SMS. This is good news for Unifi customers – head to your inbox to find your upgrade notification now.


Upgrade your smartphone this New Year with these awesome deals from HONOR

Why not start the New Year with a brand new smartphone from HONOR? They are having a promotion on selected smartphones such as the HONOR 10 and HONOR Play starting from the 1st of January next year. To sweeten the deal, they are throwing in some free gifts as well at selected HONOR stores. Do take note that this promotion is while stocks last only with standard terms and conditions.

So what are you waiting for? This is the perfect time to upgrade your smartphone or even get something nice for a loved one. You can get the full details of the promotion in the table below. Find out which HONOR store is participating here! For more crazy deals and promotions, make sure to keep tabs on TechNave.com!


Upset at his parents for not getting him a smartphone to play PUBG, a boy ended his life

A boy ended his life in his own home in India when his parents did not get him the smartphone he wanted for playing PUBG. The ordeal is tragic and should be an eye opener for us all to be more wary to those who are in need of help in terms of mental health.

The 18 year old boy had asked his parents to purchase him a smartphone priced at Rs. 37000 (~RM2108) which they refused as they had set a budget of Rs. 20000 (~RM1139) for him. Upset, he took his life in his own home in Kurla.

While it is easy for us to blame the game as it has been in the spotlight among parents and teachers for all the wrong reasons such as addiction, cyberbullying and excessive rage, we should take this opportunity to open our eyes to those around us who silently suffering from mental illness. It could be a possibility that the boy had been using the game as a means of coping from stress and depression.

However, this is all speculation but mental health is no joke. Those of you who are silently suffering from mental illness, just know that you are not alone. Help is always there if you truly need it. Those of you who are in need of a friend, or even know of someone needing help, can reach out to The Befrienders at 03-79568145. For more tech related news, TechNave.com is the place to be.


Urbanista's wireless headphones expected to have virtually infinite playtime

Most of you are no strangers to wild marketing claims, but the one from Urbanista may just take the cake. The audio brand is looking to launch a new wireless headphone model soon. Interestingly, they claim that it'll give you "virtually infinite playtime".

In a teaser video, the Urbanista Los Angeles was introduced as a pair of solar-powered headphones. According to Wired UK, the headphone uses Powerfoyle solar cell material to charge itself with sunlight. Allegedly, you just need one hour out in the sun for about 3 hours of playtime, or 2 hours if you're indoors. Overall, its 750mAh battery is supposed to give you up to 50 hours of battery life.

In terms of specs, the Urbanista Los Angeles comes with a pair of 40mm neodymium drivers that have a frequency response of 20Hz to 20kHz. It also comes with Active Noise Cancelling (ANC), ambient sound mode, and support for Google Assistant and Apple Siri. If you want to charge it at night, there's also a standard USB-C connector.

This new headphone is expected to retail for GBP 169 (~RM960), though it's not actually purchasable yet. But what do you think about it so far, would you pay the extra premium for a pair of self-charging headphones? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Use our exclusive voucher code to redeem a free Samsung Car Charger when purchasing a new Galaxy A series

In case you have forgotten, the new Samsung Galaxy A32, Galaxy A32 5G, Galaxy A52, and Galaxy A72 will be officially launched in Malaysia from 26 March onwards. With a starting price of RM1099, purchasing any either one of the devices will get to bring home gifts worth up to RM109 but that's not all - we are also collaborating with Samsung by giving away a voucher code.

The code is TECHAVIP and it can only be used on the official Samsung Malaysia online store here. Once you enter the designated code, you can redeem a free Fast Charging Car Charger Dual Port (EP-L1100NBEGWW) for your car! Each port supports a 15W fast charging speed so you can charge not one, but two phones at the same time in the car easily. Pretty sweet deal, if you ask me.

As for the complimentary gifts that we just mentioned, customers who purchase the latest Galaxy S series phone from Samsung Experience Stores, authorized dealers and the online store before 30 April are getting a free transparent case. For Galaxy A32 or A32 5G customers, the transparent case is worth RM39 whereas for Galaxy A52 and A72 customers, you can get a Free Clear Standing Cover worth RM109.

That's all, folks! Remember the code if you're planning to get one of the latest Galaxy A series phones and be quick. Stay tuned for more trending local tech gadget deals at TechNave.com.


Use our media referral code and get a free pair of earphones when you buy a Samsung Galaxy S21 series phone

By now, you should have read plenty of news about the Samsung Galaxy S21 series. Samsung's latest flagships are now officially in Malaysia and with a collaboration between us, you can get a free pair of Samsung AKG ANC Type-C Earphones (RRP RM299) if you use our media referral code - TNS21VIP.

Of course, it's only applicable if you choose to purchase either the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ or the Galaxy S21 Ultra (and of course, for Malaysians only). On top of the free earphones, you will also bring home a free Galaxy Fit2 band, a new SmartTag and a Wireless Charger Trio that are worth RM697. Keep in mind that terms and conditions are applied, while stocks last.

The dates that are valid for this promotion will begin on 8 February until 15 March 2021. It's also only exclusive on the Samsung online store right over here. You're welcome and stay tuned for more local tech deals news at TechNave.com.


Use our promo code to get up to RM250 off selected OPPO products

OPPO has given us a unique promo code where you can get up RM250 off selected products, starting from now until 31 March 2020. It is best to note that the promo codes are reusable, which means you can use the same code multiple times on separate purchases.

Depending on the products you are purchasing, you will be eligible for discounts between RM20 to RM250. In order to utilize the promo code, head over to OPPO’s official website and select the product you are interested in buying. Then, enter the promo code at the “discount code” column and click apply.

After that, you can proceed to checkout as normal and your order will be delivered to you within a few days. With all that said, would you be interested in using our promo code listed below to get up to RM250 off? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Use roaming for free using your postpaid data plan with U Mobile Data Backpack

Just only a few days ago U Mobile introduced their U Data Roam plan for frequent travelers. Now they give us another bunch of roaming deals, but this time, it is for their subscriber of Hero P70, i90, i130, UD95 and UD135 postpaid plans. With the U Mobile Data Backpack you will be able to use roaming for free in 12 countries, at the expense of your current data plan with no extra charges. You can refer to the table below for the list of the country and the preferred roaming operator of the country that you might travel to.

If you need to get more data while roaming, you can purchase the local Booster Plan for RM10 for 1.5GB data that is valid for 3 days. Before you start traveling, please make sure you have activated international roaming by calling U Mobile at 1318. Additionally, once you reach one of the listed countries, switch to the preferred roaming operator or otherwise you won't be able to use U Mobile Data Backpack. Voice calls and SMS will use the standard pay-per-use rate and are not based on your data plan. To check the voice call and SMS rate visit this link, and for further information in regards to Data Backpack, please visit their website page.


Use your Apple iPhone camera like never before with Pictar iPhone camera-grip

Pictar is an Apple iPhone accessory that will enable you to use your iPhone camera in a way you never thought you could before. It comes with five external buttons for controlling the iPhone camera like how you would usually handle a DLSR. These buttons will help unleash your iPhone camera so you can capture much better pictures all the time.

The Pictar multi-state shutter comes with maximum sensitivity, similar to the likes of traditional DLSR where merely pressing the shutter button halfway will force the camera to lock its focus and exposure to track a moving subject. To take a photo, simply pressing the shutter down in full will do the trick.

The zoom ring located at the back of the shutter button can easily tell your iPhone to zoom by simply rotating the ring. It can also be reprogrammed to activate other feature like flash as well. If you decide to use it that way, to zoom in or out later, you can use the standard way of pinching the screen instead. The zoom ring also includes a button in its middle, where if you click it once your iPhone switches to the front camera mode, and another click changes it to the rear camera again. Like the zoom ring, the button can also be re-programmed to trigger other features as well.

Next is the exposure compensation wheel that is located on the right corner of Pictar. It can be used to adjust the brightness level in steps of 1/3 aperture manually, and once you turn the wheel, an indicator will appear at the bottom part of your iPhone screen to help you adjust to the best settings.

Right next to it is the smart wheel which can be used to control 7 pre-set modes such as Auto mode, Portrait mode, Landscape mode, Sport mode, Snow mode, Selfie mode and Video mode. These modes can be easily activated by just turning the wheel one turn at a time. As for advanced user, the smart wheel also includes modes like Shutter priority, ISO priority and iPhone Manual mode that gives shutter + ISO adjustments.

There is also a virtual wheels feature where you simply drag your thumb on the edge of the screen to control different kinds of modes such as Flash modes, Shutter speed, ISO, and others.

Lastly, what made Pictar almost perfect is the ergonomic grip that comes with it. Such grip allows you to hold your iPhone comfortably in one hand, making it easy and quick to take any shots. Pictar supports most iPhone models starting from the iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, iPhone 5C, iPhone 5S, iPhone 6 and iPhone 6S. But it doesn't fit in bigger iPhone models like the iPhone 6 Plus and iPhone 6S Plus. It should be able to support future iPhone models too if the size doesn't change much.

It is currently undergoing its Kickstarter campaign, so Pictar official availability is unknown for now. But if you want to pre-order the product now, you can back the project on Kickstarter and get the classic kit which will include a Pictar, Wrist Strap, Padded Pouch and PictarApp for only $90 (RM349). The estimated shipping date would be somewhere in November 2016 as per stated on their page.


Use your Touch 'n Go eWallet to purchase some local meals for just RM0.10 only

In conjunction with our National Day this month, Touch 'n Go has a surprise for all Malaysians with its JOM MAKAN campaign. Starting now until the end of the year, you will be able to purchase nasi lemak and cendol for just RM0.10 ONLY via Touch 'n Go eWallet!

Depending on which local dish you're getting, the nasi lemak offer is already available until 7 September 2019 but there's a catch - it's limited to 250 packets per day at each location whereas the cendol will start from 8 September until 5 October 2019. On the other hand, the campaign is eligible for durians as well at Ken Kua Fruits Trading (Ken Kua 3333 Durian King) in Petaling Jaya starting now until 16 September with up to 30% discount! Then on 25 August for a one-day Durian Day Special, the Touch 'n Go eWallet users can purchase the durians up to 80% from 6PM to 10PM only.

Do keep in mind that the discounted prices at valid at selected locations within Klang Valley. You can check out the list below:


Apple iOS 9 officially released with better battery life, improved Siri and more

After a number of alphas and betas, Apple's iOS 9 has been officially released. The update comes in at 1.3GB and offers about 1 hours worth of extra battery life for your device along with a low power mode which adds on 3 more hours of battery life (while turning off certain functions) for your iOS powered device. Other features include an improved Siri that will automatically highlight important dates complete with extra information searched from the Internet. Apple iPad users get a Split View for the iPad Air 2 and iPad mini 4 while Slide Over lets you open a new app without closing the first app. Picture in Picture opens a small video window inside an open app. You also get the Newsstand app which replaces News along with new directions on Maps. The update should be coming to your compatible Apple device soon despite there being no specific Malaysia release date.


Use your arm to extend your smartwatch screen

The research team at Carnegie Mellon University has made some impressive technological breakthrough that may help you extend the way you use your smartwatch. Instead of just using the screen, you can now use your arm as an extended screen or control surface for your smartwatch.

Known as Skintrack, the technology turns your skin and arm into a touch interface for your smartwatch, freeing up the little display to show more useful information. Not only you can use the skin as an external display, it can be used as controls or even shortcuts for apps on your smartwatch as well.

It is still a beta technology, and there is no plans for any commercialisation as yet, but who knows we will see this technology in the near future and we can see better smartwatch control user interfaces soon.


Use your body to charge with crowd-funded kinetic iMove charger

There was a time way back when kinetic or self-winding watches were a big trend as they basically allowed your body's movements to power your watch. Those who moved a lot, practically never had to replace their watch batteries. Working off of this concept with a miniturized power generater, the iMove Charger charges itself from the movements of your body. The iMove charger should be quite portable and measures in at just 6.35mm thin. The developers currently have the iMove Charger for crowd-funding on Indiegogo at just $50 (RM163) for the lowest device pledge while they hope to sell the device for retail at $80 (RM260). However, the project has only managed to raise $3956 of their $25000 funding goal, and there are just 8 days left (ending on 12 May 2014) as of the time of writing this article.

The devs have hinted that the successful crowd-funding would allow them to get to market quickly, so we assume that even if it does fail, we should eventually see the iMove Charger. While we do like innovative products, bear in mind that there doesn't seem to be any working prototypes yet so treat this with some skepticism and a pinch of salt for now. If you're still set on supporting the iMove Charger then by all means, check out their Indiegogo project site.[Source]


User reported another case of the explosion of YES Altitude 3 on Facebook

Earlier, we've seen two cases involving the explosion of YES Altitude 3 which is the model of the device given out by the government under the Jaringan Prihatin initiative. Sadly, we have yet another case reported on the YES 4G Community unofficial group on Facebook two days ago, and the cause of the explosion is similar to the previous two.

The user from Pahang posted a few pictures showing the aftermath caused by the explosion. Other than that, the caption also mentioned that the phone exploded suddenly while it had only been in use for two months. Once again, we hope that no one is hurt in this incident.

At the moment, the user claimed that YES had contacted him to investigate the incident but the cause of the explosion is still unknown. As all the explosions are believed to be caused by the battery, YES had issued a statement earlier to inform users not to use a third-party charger to charge the device.

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


Users are reporting that watchOS 8.5 is breaking their Apple Watch Series 7’s fast charging support

Besides having a larger display, one of the most stand out features of the Apple Watch Series 7 has got to be its fast charging capabilities compared to its predecessors. However, it seems that the latest watchOS update has unwantedly levelled the playing field, as many users are reporting that the feature is now broken on the Apple Watch Series 7.

The update, watchOS 8.5 was released by Apple last week. It came with several features to the Apple Watch, including 37 new emojis, ability to authorise Apple TV purchases subscriptions, updates to irregular rhythm notifications and more.

After several days of using the update however, some users began to realise that their Series 7 is charging slower than usual. They then took to Apple’s support forums and the r/AppleWatch subreddit to complain regarding the matter and called for it to be resolved.

As reported by 9to5Mac, some users thought that the issue was only affecting those that are using the Belkin BoostCharge Pro. It then proved to not be the case after users reported of facing the same issue with Apple’s own USB-C Magnetic Fast Charging Cable.

In fact, one user even reported that third party chargers won’t even work with their Series 7 after the update. The user then hoped for Apple to fix the issue immediately, given the desolate landscape that third party fast charging for the device is currently.

As of the time of writing, Apple has yet to release any statement addressing the matter. Given the problem only arising after the watchOS 8.5 update, it may just be a software issue rather than a hardware one. Hence, a software update should be able to fix it.

What do you guys think? Is your Apple Watch Series 7 also facing the same issue? Share your experience and thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news!


Users can now feel safer going cashless with Touch 'n Go eWallet thanks to its money-back guarantee

If you’ve had doubts about going cashless here in Malaysia, perhaps you should be opting for Touch ‘n Go eWallet. The company has announced their money-back guarantee policy to keep users’ accounts and information remain secure and safe.

Touch ‘n Go eWallet users can now report any foreign transactions done on their accounts and be compensated easily on the website. To be eligible to use the money-back guarantee policy, users must first verify their eWallets through the Account Verification process (eKYC process). Once done, a shield icon will appear on the user’s edit profile button, showing that the money-back guarantee protection has been activated. If users need to file a dispute, they can simply tap on the icon which prompts them to fill up a form and provide receipts or documents as proof. The issue will then be investigated and refunds and reimbursements will be done within 5 working days.

The app uses a combination of the multi-factor authentication process as well as Artificial Intelligence (AI) that detects and stops any suspicious activity on a user’s account. With this in mind, would you adopt a cashless lifestyle with the Touch ‘n Go eWallet? Keep up with the latest eWallet news in Malaysia on TechNave.com!


Users can only remove the Apple Studio Display’s power cable by using a special tool

The Studio Display which was first announced by Apple during tis ‘Peek Performance’ event earlier this month is now available for purchase at the Apple Store. In fact, some customers have already gotten their hands on the new smart monitor by Apple.

However, based on early reviews of the Studio Display, two bad things stood out. One is the lacklustre webcam quality which Apple has promised to fix, while the other one being its apparently non-removable power cable.

The latter seems to be quite odd given how the Pro Display XDR and 24-inch iMac both have removable power cable which helps with mobility. On its website, Apple even said that the power cord of the Studio Display is non-removable.

However, some users have actually managed to detach the power cord, though not doing it properly may cause damage to the monitor. As it turns out, you actually need a special tool to remove the power cable.

Shared by StellaFudge on Twitter, Apple has a special tool specifically designed to remove the power cable from the back of the display. Unfortunately, the tool is used internally by Apple technicians and not for sale commercially.

Based on the photo of the tool, it looks like the power cable will wrap around it and the tool will essentially become like a handle for the cable's removal. In fact, with the tool, the power connector can be removed from the Studio Display with ease.

So, what do you guys think of the Studio Display? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for all the latest tech news!


Users claim Apple’s new iPad Air has build quality issues, makes creaking noises when held

Apple recently released a few products during its ‘peek performance’ event earlier this month. These include the Mac Studio, Studio Display and a refresh of the iPad Air lineup.

Speaking of the latter, it seems that users who have already gotten the iPad Air 2022 are noticing build quality issues with the device. While it received a significant spec bump by getting the M1 SoC, it seems that the build quality has been downgraded by Apple when compared to its predecessor.

As reported by Macrumours, users are posting on social media regarding the iPad Air’s noticeably thinner aluminium enclosure. In fact, most of them even complained that this caused the device to make creaking noises when held.

Furthermore, users are also claiming that the iPad Air leaves a hollow sensation while it's being held and that even light pressure on its back would warp the tablet's display. It doesn’t seem to be a quality-control issue either, as a majority of users are reportedly facing the same problem.

The most damning complaints regarding the matter have got to be from this Reddit thread on the r/apple subreddit. One commenter said that users can almost feel the battery through the thin back plate of the device.

Another commenter straight up said that the iPad Air ‘feels very low quality’ compared to the last gen version. Furthermore, there are also commenters that said creaking noises can audibly be heard whenever they are gently tapping on the display.

As of the time of writing, Apple has yet to issue any statement regarding the matter. In the meantime, what do you guys think of this alleged build quality downgrade on the latest iPad Air?

Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and as always, stay tuned to TechNave for all the latest trending tech news in Malaysia and beyond!


Users of iOS 14 beta received notifications about TikTok accessing their clipboards

With the announcement of iOS 14 being made, many users are quite excited about the new features that are coming soon to Apple devices. Other than those features, it looks like the latest OS update has some impressive skills as well. It is reported that the iOS 14 beta has caught TikTok reading users' clipboards.

After installing the iOS 14 beta, users have received notifications alerting them that some apps are reading their clipboards, and one of them appears to be TikTok. After being caught red-handed, TikTok immediately submitted an update to the App Store to remove the feature. Besides TikTok, other apps including Starbucks, Overstock, AccuWeather, several news apps, and more have also been called out.

Okay so TikTok is grabbing the contents of my clipboard every 1-3 keystrokes. iOS 14 is snitching on it with the new paste notification pic.twitter.com/OSXP43t5SZ

Before the wide release, iOS 14 beta has already proved itself that the system does value users' privacy by protecting them from such issues. From this, we believe that the users will have more trust when it comes to using the company's products. We can't deny that TikTok has also done a good job by fixing the issue immediately, but are they doing the same to Android users as well?

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


Users reported that their Apple's M1-powered Macs are facing severe SSD degradation

The Apple M1 chip has been claimed to be a rising star in the industry with its impressive performance. However, it looks like it's not all perfect with the new in-house processor as users have reported that they are facing severe SSD (solid-state drive) degradation after using the Macs for just a short period of time.

It is reported that the Macs powered by M1 have ended up using 10 to 13 percent of the maximum warrantable total bytes written (TBW) value of the SSD storage. For those who have no idea, flash memory on SSDs is only capable of writing a certain number of times before they become unstable. Therefore, the software should be making sure that the load is distributed equally across the drive's memory cells. However, it looks like the M1-powered Macs are not doing a good job handling that and led to such complaints.

People with an M1 mac, please run `brew install smartmontools && sudo smartctl --all /dev/disk0` and report back (and what kind of usage you make of the machine, especially RAM).I'm at <600GBW on my MBP, but I don't use it heavily. https://t.co/LbhE9p7FiK

As you can see from the picture shown above, the user's Mac has consumed one percent of the SSD after just two months of usage. Another user also mentioned that its 2TB SSD has been used up to three percent as well. It is said that there's no fix for the current issue, and we can only wait for the next update to arrive to find out if Apple has a solution.

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


Users will finally be allowed to reload Touch n' Go cards through eWallet app by the end of 2021

Finally, a highly-requested Touch n' Go eWallet feature is going to be released this year by letting users reload Touch n' Go cards through the app. Through an interview, Chief Executive Officer Effendy Shahul Hamid said Touch ‘n Go has planned to do this because of customer feedback.

For now, the linkage between the Touch n' Go eWallet app and the Touch n' Go card is to allow users to use the card as usual at toll booths and the toll fares will be deducted directly from your eWallet. Therefore, it is not a solution that the users prefer as they can't directly reload the card through the app. However, it looks like the real solution will be coming soon by the end of this year.

Other than that, it was also announced that all Touch ‘n Go parking surcharges will be taken away by the first quarter of this year. After that, customers won't be charged with that extra 10%. It is nice to see that Touch n' Go is listening to customers' feedback and take action to make changes.

Let us know what you think about these changes from Touch n' Go on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more local tech news.


Apple iPad (10th Gen) & iPad Pro M2 Malaysia release: starting from RM2099 & RM3899 respectively

Today, the new Apple iPad (10th Gen) and iPad Pro M2 have arrived in Malaysia. These two new Apple tablets were announced a month ago, and you can now order them from the Apple Malaysia online store. As a refresher, the iPad (10th Gen) and iPad Pro M2 start from RM2099 and RM3899 respectively.

The iPad 10th Gen comes in two memory configurations - 64GB and 256GB for RM2099 and RM2849 respectively. On top of that, there is also a WiFi and WiFi + Cellular version that offers different price tags. So regardless of the 64GB model, you will have to pay RM2849 if you choose WiFi + Cellular, whereas the 256GB WiFi + Cellular is RM3599.

It should be noted that the Apple Pencil (1st Gen, RM479), USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter (RM55), and the Magic Keyboard Folio (RM1249) are separate accessories for the iPad. As for the iPad Pro M2, below are the price references:

For the full breakdown of the tech specs and features of the iPad (10th Gen) and iPad Pro M2, you may click on either one of the hyperlinks to get started. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Using Huawei Share with a Matebook D and Mate 20 X

If you have a tech-savvy friend who uses Apple, you would notice that it has a feature called Airdrop which works wonders between Apple products, transferring files seamlessly and wirelessly. You might have also thought to yourself "Is there a way to transfer files instantaneously without downloading a third party app between your laptop and mobile?" Well, you're not the only one and thankfully, Huawei has come up with its own wireless transfer feature called Huawei Share and here's why you can consider using it!

Before we get started, it's important to note that you can't just use any laptop to sync with your Huawei smartphone. Just like the iOS ecosystem, Huawei is also making its own ecosystem so this means that the only compatible laptops are Huawei Matebooks like the Huawei Matebook X Pro and Matebook D, which already comes with a PC Manager that features Huawei Share.

You can find the PC Manager from the desktop after you boot up either one of the Matebooks. The icon is the one with the blue M and when you click on it, you will see My PC, Hardware Check, Manage Drivers, My Services and My Phone. Just go to My Phone so you can pair up your Huawei smartphone with it. In my case, I'm using the Mate 20 X phablet.

Just click "Connect" on the top right there

Follow the instructions on your mobile and you'll be set

Huawei Share works between Huawei mobiles and it's easier

Connecting your Matebook and Huawei smartphone is fairly easy, you just have to follow the instructions with WiFi and Bluetooth enabled, then scan the QR code to get it done. Once you've done setting up both devices, you will have quick access to the mobile's gallery, videos and music without having to use the traditional cable-way anymore!

With the setup configuration out of the way, there is still one more question - Is Huawei Share fast? As I mentioned before, you can use Huawei Share to transfer videos, photos and music files, but let's start with the most common things to transfer for most users - photos. Using Huawei Share, a 19 photos equalling about 54.8MB  took about 9.18 seconds compared to Bluetooth, which took a few minutes (really, see the comparison below).

Between Huawei Share and using a cable, the transferring speed is actually quite equal with an almost instantaneous result. But since Huawei Share is wireless, transferring photos is a lot more convenient (especially if you've forgotten to bring along the cable).

Transferring photos is great with PC Manager

On the left, it took 9.18 seconds to transfer all 19 photos with Huawei Sharewhile on the right, it took 35.75 seconds to transfer just 1 photo with Bluetooth (so it would average about 11 minutes or so for 19 photos)

Transferring a 553MB video with Huawei Share (left), using a cable (centre) and Bluetooth (right), reaching 7% only at 5 minutes and counting

Then onto videos. From my experiment, it took Huawei Share about 30 to 45 seconds to transfer a 553MB video wirelessly (I did it three times), whereas with Bluetooth it took a lenghtly load of time (check the comparison above). Oh, fun fact about Huawei Share - one thing I noticed is that if you cancel it mid-way and re-upload the same file, the transfer will go back to where it stopped. Now that's convenient, especially since you have to restart from the beginning if you cancel or there's a problem transferring for Bluetooth.

Transferring speed between Huawei Share (right) and cable (left) is roughly the same

Huawei Share is not perfect by any means, but it's still a good start for the company to come up with an effortless wireless transferring experience. But anyway, Huawei Share's transferring speed easily delivers compared to traditional wireless transferring methods like Bluetooth and that's the important thing.

Are you a Huawei user and have you been using Huawei Share? Let us know in the comments below and you can also check out the latest Mate 20, Mate 20 Pro, Mate 20 X, Matebook X Pro and Matebook D at your nearest Huawei Experience stores or the online store right here. Stay tuned for more tech articles at TechNave.com.


V21 Arctic White Special Edition Malaysia release: Bundled with gifts worth RM445, priced at RM1599

Back in late April, vivo Malaysia launched the vivo V21 and V21e in Malaysia. If you have been waiting for a special edition, now it is your time. The company just announced a new V21 Arctic White Special Edition and it will be in limited quantities.

While we don't know how many units are there, the price for the White V21 is still the same as RM1599. There are exclusive gifts bundled together as well, that includes a 1-year extended warranty and screen crack protection, and a Khind Hair Dryer. This promotion will begin on 10 July until 31 July 2021.

Besides Arctic White, the V21 also comes in Dusk Blue and Sunset Dazzle variants. To recap some of the tech specs, the phone is known for having a 44MP front camera with an Optical Image Stabiliser (OIS) alongside a Dual Selfie Spotlight feature. Moreover, it is packed with a 4000mAh battery, an 8GB + 3GB Extended RAM, 120GB of storage and many more. We think the phone is quite good so you can check out our review here.

The vivo V21 Arctic White Special Edition will be made available for purchase at all vivo concept stores, vivo authorized dealers and vivo E-store, and vivo flagship stores on Shopee and Lazada, starting from 10 July 2021. Stay tuned for more local trending tech gadget deals at TechNave.com.


VAIO Phone Biz officially announced with Windows 10 and midrange tech specs

VAIO, former makers of performance laptops, are now making phones and the second phone to come from them is the VAIO Phone Biz. Surprisingly, it runs on Microsoft Windows 10 but packs in rather midrange tech specs and a design similar to the Huawei G8. No Malaysia release date or pricing details, but the VAIO Phone Biz looks to be a Japan only release for about RM1783.


VAIO is officially available in Malaysia once again with their VAIO S11 and VAIO S13 notebooks

After a long while, VAIO is officially available in Malaysia once again with their VAIO S11 and their S13 Notebooks starting from RM6499 and RM6199 respectively. Targeted towards users who are Business oriented who are also style conscious, the VAIO S11 and S13 offers performance and elegance inside a chassis as light as 850 grams. Not only that, it is also highly durable, being able to withstand stress tests such as the Water Spill Test, Pen Bend Test, 90CM drop test, Vibration test and lastly the Corner Impact Test.

The notebooks also feature the VAIO TruePerformance technology which improves processing power up to 13% due to enhance cooling giving the chipset thermal leeway for higher performance. Last but not least, the S11 and S13 will come equipped with a fingerprint sensor which is also integrated with Windows Hello. In terms of colour options, the VAIO S11 will come shipped with 5 different colour schemes including Black, Silver, Brown, Pink, and White while the VAIO S13 will come with only Black and Silver.

Tech spec wise, the VAIO S11 and S13 will house up to 8th generation Intel Core i5-8550U, up to 13.3-inch display with Full HD screen resolution, up to 16GB of RAM and up to 512GB SSD internal storage. You can check out their official website for more information about the VAIO S11 and VAIO S13 notebooks. For more updates like these, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


VHS officially dead as last VCR manufacturer stops making them

VHS video tapes or cassete tapes were the media used to record and playback video way back before VCDs, DVDs, Bluray discs and streaming made their way to our living rooms. Their death note was officially signed when Funai, the only manufacturer of VCR players said that they will stop making them due to lack of parts and a shrinking market.More surprising than that news was that Funai sold 750000 VCR players last year in 2015, proving that there are more VHS users than previously thought. We expect existing VCR player stock to remain but become a lot more pricy as demand increases amongst those with old VHS tape collections. All we can say is, if you haven't considered converting to digital video, now is probably a good time to start. [Source]


VMALL.my RoI page reveals Huawei Honor 7 coming to Malaysia on 21 September 2015

The folks at VMALL.my have made it official with a registration page for the upcoming Huawei Honor 7 smartphone. If you're interested in all the tech specs and features such as a 20MP rear camera, full metal body, fingerprint sensor and more it appears that it will be arriving in Malaysia on 21 September 2015. No news yet on official Malaysia pricing yet but it was initially released at a price of 1999 CNY (RM1352). If you're interested, go hit up the Honor 7 registration of interest page and sign up while you still can.


VR industry leaders come together to create new association

Today, Acer Starbreeze, together with Google, HTC VIVE, Facebook's Oculus, Samsung, and Sony Interactive Entertainment, have joined forces and announced the creation of the Global Virtual Reality Association (GVRA), the non-profit organization's purpose of the formation is for international headset manufacturers to promote the growth of the global virtual reality (VR) industry, and to continue develop and share best practices for industry and foster dialogue between public and private stakeholders around the world.

Besides from that, it's also the association’s members role to develop and share best practices, research, and bring the international VR community together as the technology progresses. The group will be a resource for consumers, policymakers, and industry interested in VR. With a huge potential to be next great computing platform, the non-profit organization will seek to improve sectors ranging from education to healthcare, and contribute the global economy in the coming years.

The founding companies of the GVRA hope to unlock and maximize VR’s potential and ensure those gains are shared as broadly around the world as possible.

For more information, visit www.GVRA.com. And for a list of statements from leaders of each company represented in the association, visit here.


Vaccination status might not be updated in the MySejahtera app if birthdate is excluded

The MySejahtera app has become a permanent fixture for us. It's a way for Malaysians and the government to track possible COVID-19 patients. Moreover, it records our vaccination status, which can be used when travelling.

Recently, the government requested all users to add their date of birth to the app. Those who don't update their MySejahtera profile could find that the app won't display their vaccination status properly. Instead, it could appear as 'partially vaccinated' or 'unvaccinated'. That's bad, as it could lead you to be barred from premises if your vaccination status doesn't show up as 'Fully vaccinated'.

Your fully vaccinated status will not be displayed on MySejahtera profile if you dont update your Date of Birth. Update your DOB immediately!.#mysejahtera #mysejahteratrace #reopeningsafely pic.twitter.com/90t7QpX9WW

Fortunately, fixing that is easy enough. Just open the MySejahtera app, then go to 'My Personal Details' under the settings menu. But it might take some time for the system to update your status, so keep that in mind if you have any plans to travel.

If your status hasn't been updated, try updating your profile to see if it helps. For other news and updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.


Vaio to announce a wide range of laptops soon and the first is said to be based on AMD Ryzen

After parting ways with Sony, Vaio has become an independent brand and continues to serve the laptop market. However, the laptop brand might not be that notable in some of the regions now. To make a change, Vaio has announced that they will be returning to India soon with a mysterious surprise waiting to unfold on 15 January.

It is reported that Hong Kong-based Nexstgo has acquired the licensing rights for the manufacturing, sales, and marketing of Vaio laptops in India. CEO Alex Chung stated that the company is prepared to launch a wide range of finest-quality laptops in the coming three months. With the launch, they aim to expand their distribution network in India and clock a phenomenal growth by 2020. It is worth mentioning that Nexstgo takes care of other Asian markets for Vaio as well in Hong Kong, Macau, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, and other Middle East markets.

For the laptops, it is said that the first one will be based on AMD’s Ryzen platform. It will be a premium offering that is “designed for the modern office". Furthermore, India's online retailer Flipkart has also been announced to be the official sales partner for Vaio’s comeback. For local availability, we will update you as soon as we receive the latest news.

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


Valentines Special - Our Top 7 pink smartphones picks

Hey guys, you might have been busy preparing for Chinese New Year or a short getaway trip this coming weekend. But have you sought out your Valentines Day gift yet? No worries, we're here to help you out. Check out our picks for the top 7 pink smartphones for your special one in no particular order!

As you may already know, the new Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016), Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016), and Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) are already released in Malaysia since just recently and are quite popular with the younger crowd for being budget friendly for a Samsung smartphone. Each of them cost RM1299, RM1599 and RM1899 respectively and also comes in gold colour option. You may check out the tech specs we covered at the event, should you be interested.

On the other hand, there's also a Galaxy Note5 pink edition with a price tag of RM2699 (includes GST). If your girlfriend or wife likes calligraphy drawing, she might really like this one as it also offers the S Pen Stylus that allows users to draw on the device. So to speak, it's a perfect device for the ladies who are looking for a device that harmonizes style and productivity with a touch of femininity, sophistication and grace. This one is a limited edition so we aren't sure if there are anymore stocks left, but it's still worth going to their website to check it out.

Our very own local smartphone manufacturer, EXMobile also have something up their sleeves. The EXMobile iCute Plus smartphone design is really outstanding and can be mistook as a premium device, but it's certainly not priced that way. For only RM369, this mid-range level smartphone features a  MediaTek Quad-Core Processor running on 1GB RAM and 8GB ROM (expandable memory up to 32GB), 5-inch display in full aluminum with glass body design, 8MP rear camera (with flash) + 3MP front camera, 2150 mAh battery and has Android 5.1 Lollipop inside the hood. You can check out our hands-on video below.

If you're looking for something more higher class, the Huawei Mate S can be considered. This device is designed for those who wants class and fashion, it's also comfortable to hold with the device covered beautifully with 2.5D Corning Gorilla Glass 4 and 99.5% premium aviation grade aluminum. The camera feature is good too, the 13MP rear camera is able to mimic the likes of a DSLR with manual adjustments for ISO, exposure compensation, exposure time, white balance, focus and many other functions. In other words, perfect for selfies complete with a secure fingerprint sensor on the back that also doubles as the ideal selfie shutter button.

The Mate S is currently priced at RM2698 and you can visit their Facebook page for more information.

Ah, who could forget the Apple iPhone 6s Plus, along with the Mate S, the Rose Gold iPhone 6s Plus is one of the most beautiful smartphones we've seen in Malaysia yet and women also tend to like smartphones that have a larger display. Apple is no stranger when it comes to durable hardware in the long term, and it also offers a fingerprint sensor for better security. It costs RM3349 or higher.

If you don't want an iPhone but something close, maybe you can consider the HTC One A9. It also has a pink colour option and looks nearly identical to the Apple iPhone but comes with a slightly thicker 7.3mm aluminum unibody chassis. Tech specs are excellent too, especially the 3GB RAM and 32GB storage (expandable memory up to 2TB), it also features a Dolby Audio speaker, a fingerprint sensor, Android 6.0 Marshmallow, and HTC Sense. It's available for RM1969 – RM2069.

Sony didn't forget to jump on the bandwagon revealing their pink Xperia Z5 designed by Rikke Gertsen Constein. The device will be available in February this month but there's no price tag yet. The tech specs of the pink Xperia Z5 is more or less the same with the rest of the Z5 series, with a couple of perks. It's said to feature an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor, the latest Sony camera, integrated fingerprint sensor power button, 64 bit capabilities, ultra fast 4G LTE speed, two-days of battery life with innovative power-saving technology, and comes in full metal and frosted glass back.

Last but not least, the new comer from France, Wiko Mobile has an added advantage from the rest. Not only is the Highway Pure is the slimmest and lightest 4G smartphone in the world, but it also has 16 Swarovski Zirconia stones on the volume and power buttons. So if diamonds are a girl's best friend, maybe the Highway Pure can be their new BFF too. And it only costs RM999.

That's all we have for now, so perhaps you can get to shopping one of these lovely pink rose gold smartphones for your significant other. Thanks for reading and have a great Chinese New Year and Valentines in advance!


Apple iPad 2 Review

Apple iPad 2 has been revealed by Steve Jobs at 10am PST, March 2, 2011. According to Malaysia’s largest Apple retailers — Machines — the iPad 2 will be available in Malaysia on 29-April-2011.

In this article, you will learn all about iPad 2: features, specs, apps, and prices.

In term of design, the new iPad 2 looks very similar to iPad 1. Still using the same aluminum body but much thinner and lighter. iPad 2 is 33% thinner and up to 15% lighter, only 0.34″ thick and weight 1.33 pounds (601 gram).

Beside black color, new iPad 2 will be available in white color and shipping together from day one. No waiting for white iPad 2.

iPad 2 is now powered by new 1GHz A5 dual-core processor. Apple claims that the processor is 2x more processing power and 9x faster graphics performance than previous iPad 1′s A4 processor.

Better performance is great but will iPad 2 keeps the same long battery life? The answer is, YES.

While more powerful than iPad 1, iPad 2 still have the same 10-hour battery life for your whole day usage. That’s cool!

Beside new A5 processor, iPad 2 now build-in, not one, but two cameras – one on the front and one on the back. The back camera capable to take HD video (720p / 1280×720 pixels) and 5x digital zoom for photo shooting; the front camera takes VGA quality video and photos.

With the build-in cameras, iPad 2 now has 3 additional build-in camera apps: Camera, FaceTime and Photo Booth.

Camera app allows you to take photos and record videos. FaceTime for iPad can make video calls to other users’ iPad 2, iPhone 4, iPod touch, or Mac over WiFi connection. Like the Photo Booth for Mac OS X, Photo Booth for iPad takes snapshots and add special effects for fun.

iPad 2 will be shipped with iOS 4.3 which gives features like faster Safari web browser, setting to customize the switch above volume control to either mute or screen rotation lock, iTunes Home Sharing to play iTunes library content over WiFi network.

iPad 2 Smart Cover (USD$39, polyurethane; USD$69, leather) — a foldable screen protector with magnetic hinge for your iPad 2 without covering the aluminum back. You can fold it to make it becomes an iPad stand (horizontal) for video watching or comfortable typing angle. When you close smart cover, iPad 2 will automatically switch to sleep mode; when you open it, iPad 2 instantly wake up (no need to swipe to unlock).

Apple Digital AV Adapter (USD$39) — allows you to do video mirroring, output iPad display to TV, video projector, or other HDMI compatible display. Works on any app, no setup required. The adapter has a second connector for you to charge iPad while mirroring video. Digital AV Adapter support video out (no mirroring) for original iPad, iPhone 4, and 4th-generation iPod touch.

iPad 2 is thinner, lighter, faster, and added camera. These are good improvement but I don’t feel any surprise from the gadget itself. Nvertheless, the iPad 2 Smart Cover is an amazing product, full of creativity and again it should leads the market to a new revolution of gadget's cover's design.