ASUS Transformer Book Flip up for grabs, just show ASUS Malaysia your workstation

ASUS Malaysia are offering even more contests, this time around with the ASUS Transformer Book Flip as the main prize. All you have to do is take a picture of your workstation, post it on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook with the hashtag #MyASUSWorkstation and then share a link to that post by commenting on the ASUS Malaysia Facebook Show Us Your Workstation post. The contest is on from now till 30 November 2014 with the lucky winner selected by raffle. According to ASUS Malaysia they want you to get creative and have fun with it so do your best and try it out. They've gone on to say that even non-ASUS devices can still win, so why don't you give it a go?


Intel launches Neural Compute Stick 2 for ~RM414

Intel recently announced their 2nd generation Neural Compute Stick 2 for $99 (~RM414). Designed for developers looking to take advantage of Artificial Intelligence or AI deep learning prototyping, it offers up to 8X better performance compared to the original Intel Movidius Neural Compute Stick.

Utilizing the Intel Distribution OpenVINO toolkit, the Neural Compute Stick 2 works with any USB port without any need for a cloud compute connection. Already in use to identify bacteria in water for CleanWater AI, it should offer AI solution developers a faster way to make smarter apps.

Unfortunately, when we reached out to Intel, the Neural Compute Stick 2 is not officially available here in Malaysia. You can still get it online though but you may have to also expect international shipping costs to apply as well. We hope to cover more things AI related so stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Intel launches #WorkFromHappyPlace campaign with HP

Intel recently launched their #WorkFromHappyPlace campaign in conjunction with Intel-powered devices like the HP Stream 8 tablet and HP Pavilion x2 2in1 convertible. The campaign aims to restore work-life balance, redefine productivity and reinvigorate creativity in the workplace. Utilizing the latest Intel Atom processors, the two HP devices are designed to allow work and play regardless of location with both devices coming with free one-year subscription to Microsoft Office 365 Personal. The HP Stream 8 tablet is priced at RM847 while the HP Pavilion x2 2in1 convertible goes for RM1377. Both should be available at authorized resellers and distributors and there is also a contest for the campaign where you describe your dream place to do work. For more information regarding these devices and the Intel #WorkFromHappyPlace campaign do check out workfrommyhappyplace.com.my. Here's what Intel had to say about it:

“For over 50 years, Intel has been refining microprocessor technology to the beat of Moore’s Law. These microprocessors power the continuing evolution of computing devices - from massive data centers and sleek 2in1 devices to smartphones and tablets. Thanks to the close cooperation we here share with customers like HP, we have been able to offer these innovations to consumers. With Moore's Law celebrating its 50th year anniversary this year, Intel is committed to driving the evolution of the PC with our partners to provide devices that’ll keep up with your every need. Encompassing a wide range of form factor, tasks you wish to complete or how you use your machine - Intel® processors are engineered for performance at every price point, for every need.” Karen Chow, Head of MNC and Telco, Intel Malaysia and Singapore.


Intel may be secretly working on Thunderbolt 5 with up to 80Gbps of speed

In this current age, most PC brand manufacturers are beginning to get rid of USB Type-A ports in favour of Thunderbolt ports on newer laptops. Thunderbolt ports have proven to be effective and fast in transferring but it doesn't stop there, an Intel executive recently just tweeted an image of the upcoming dubbed Thunderbolt 5 which is in development now.

For those who aren't familiar with Thunderbolt 4, it can transfer speeds up to 40Gbps. As for the Thunderbolt 5, the allegedly leaked from Twitter may be capable of reaching 80Gbps. That's twice as much as its predecessor but of course, since it's still in development, the speed is inconclusive.

Day 1 with the @intel Israel team in the books. Great views…incredible opp to see @GetThunderbolt innovation …a validation lab tour and time with the team…can’t wait to see what tomorrow brings! pic.twitter.com/GKOddA6TNi

If you are wondering what was seen in the deleted tweet picture, sources reported that the leaked image showed some key information under the codename "USB 80G". The tweet post is still online, whilst it doesn't mention anything about Thunderbolt 5 but it was a lab tour about the technology. The leaked photo also showcased some explanation of a "novel PAM-3 modulation technology", signalling a different approach to the unannounced Thunderbolt 5 feature.

We think it may take a long time for Thunderbolt 5 to be properly introduced. So until then, do stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Intel might have accidentally revealed that Windows 11 will be released in October

Microsoft's latest operating system update, Windows 11, was announced not long ago and will be coming in late 2021. The update is bringing many useful key features including a Mac-like interface, better Android smartphone integration, and better virtual desktop support. Thanks to Intel, we might already be able to know when the operating system update is being rolled out.

Intel's latest drivers referencing "Windows 11-64 – October 2021 Update – version 21H2" were discovered and it's obvious that they are hinting at an October release window. The "21H2" part suggests that the update will be released in the second half of 2021, which further proves that the Windows 11 update is just a few months away.

Windows 11 is due out later in 2021 and will be delivered over several months. The rollout of the upgrade to Windows 10 devices already in use today will begin in 2022 through the first half of that year.

However, it's still unknown how will Microsoft schedule the rollouts for the update. It is said that it's possible for new laptops and PCs to arrive with the new operating system already installed, while people with existing Windows 10 devices would need to wait a little bit longer.

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


Intel officially announces Thunderbolt 4, expected to be released this year

Today, Intel have announced a new Thunderbolt 4 as the next-gen universal cable. For those who are new to this, the Thunderbolt series is generally known for delivering fast transfer speeds with the most minimum performance requirements.

To truly understand how the new Thunderbolt 4 will make an impact on the PC industry, here's what we know it can do. Compared with the predecessor, the Thunderbolt 4's minimum video and data requirements are twice as much being able to support two 4K monitors (or one 8K monitor), as well as transferring data with a speed up to 3000 MBps on a PCIe at 32Gbps. Moreover, it can support docks with up to four Thunderbolt 4 ports and many more.

According to Intel's website, the Thunderbolt 4 will make its first appearance on Intel's upcoming mobile PC processor (Tiger Lake) and laptops based on "Project Athena". The company is also expected to introduce a new Thunderbolt 4 controller 8000 series - the JHL8440 device controller for accessory makers, as well as the JHL8540 and JHL8340 host controllers for computer makers.

If you wanna learn more about it, you may head over to this webpage. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Intel powered ASUS Zenvolution coming on 30 May 2016?

ASUS have recently put up a countdown page for their upcoming Computex 2016 announcements which they have titled the ASUS Zenvolution. The image doesn't reveal much except that ASUS will be partnering with Intel and that it will happen on 30 May 2016 via live stream.

We assume that there will be new ASUS ZenBook 2-in-1 devices but with Intel's recent announcement on the cancellation of SoFIA and Broxton we don't have very high hopes for an Intel-powered ASUS ZenFone 3 or ASUS ZenPad tablets. We're hoping for a surprise announcement or two then, but only time will tell for sure. Stay tuned to TechNave.com and we'll keep you updated.


Intel releases 6th Generation Intel Core (SkyLake), coming to mobile too

Intel have announced the release of their 6th Generation Intel Core processors built on the new Skylake microarchitecture and 14nm fabrication process the new 6th generation Intel Core processors promise 2.5x better performance, 3x battery life, 30x better graphics than the average 5-year old system. These new processors are also thinner and lighter with faster wake-up time. Featuring a diverse range of processors for desktops, notebook computers and even mobile workstations, it really caught our attention that the new Intel Core m3, m5 and m7 processors may soon be in the next premium tablets to emerge while an Intel Core M processors is also headed for Intel's Compute Stick mini PC. While we hope that this won't be just for Microsoft Surface tablets it is also great news that Intel has released a mobile "K" SKU which means mobile Intel processors that can be overclocked. It opens up whole new possibilities for the enthusiast and performance groups to make the shift from the shrinking desktop PC overclock scene to a whole new tablet and mobile overclocking platform. Intel says more exciting things are coming with Intel Iris and Iris Pro graphics along with better IoT hardware but no details yet on any specific Malaysia release dates or pricing. Check out the Intel site for more information.


Intel's 6th Generation Core processors coming to Malaysia on 7 October 2015

Intel recently sent out invites revealing that Malaysia will see their Intel 6th Generation Core processors on 7 October 2015. Built on the Skylake microarchitecture and a smaller but energy saving 14nm fabrication process, the new processors offer 2.5x better performance, 3x battery life and 30x better graphics than the average 5-year old system. While the range will cover desktops and notebook computers there will also be Intel Core M processors designed for mobile use as well. The release of an unlocked mobile "K" SKU also means mobile Intel processors which can be overclocked. While it does not mean that we'll see overclockable tablets on the reveal date it does mean we could see such devices in the near future, something we're excited to see happen.


Intel's PC Refresh Promotion offers free JBL speakers, discount vouchers and warranties

If you are looking for a new laptop or tablet, Intel has a number of promotional offers which will help you save up to RM567. Under the new Intel PC Refresh Promotion, the company is giving away discount vouchers, JBL speakers, extended warranties and even subscription to antivirus software when you purchase an Intel powered device. To redeem the RM100 discount vouchers, interested customers will have to print out the voucher and go to the event that is held at Concourse Area, Low Yat Plaza. However, not everyone with a voucher will get RM100 off. Only the first 10 customers on weekdays and 20 on weekend will be able to redeem it. Also, the discount is applicable only on select Intel powered devices. Similarly, the RM300 JBL speakers are only available on select products like the Acer Switch 2 and the Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro. Finally, the 3-year warranty and anti-Virus subscription is exclusive to some Acer products. These include the Acer E5, Iconia Tab 8 and Acer Switch 11 and 12 models. This promotional offer started on January 26 and will continue till 1st February 2015. For the applicable devices and full details on the promotion, check out Intel's site.


Intel's upcoming flagship Rocket Lake CPU could be arriving on 15 March

Earlier, the Geekbench test of the Intel Rocket Lake was leaked showing a record-breaking single-core result. With that said, it looks like that the upcoming CPU is something that other CPU makers like AMD should fear (hope so...). Now, it is rumoured that the next-gen Intel CPU will be arriving on 15 March.

The launch date was discovered from a Hong Kong-based tech site HKEPC. It also claims that the launch event will announce the Rocket Lake-S chips for the market. Before this, there was another rumour claiming that the Intel CPU will be launched in Q1 2021. Therefore, it could really be happening since both of the rumours don't have conflicts.

It is said that one of the models Core i9-11900K will be an 8-core flagship that comes with a top boost clock of 5.3GHz (with Thermal Velocity Boost), and a base clock of 3.5GHz (although the latter would be 200MHz slower than the 10900K). This is also the one that sets a record by scoring 1,905 in single-core, with 10,994 in multi-core in the benchmark test.

Let us know what you think about the upcoming Intel Rocket Lake CPU on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech news like this one.


2018 NEXT-IMAGE Award winners take photography to another level with the Huawei Mate 20 Pro

You've seen our attempts at using the Huawei Mate 20 Pro for both landscape and close-up photography but would you like to see what the pros can do with it? Huawei's recent 2018 NEXT-IMAGE Award winners recently took the Huawei Mate 20 Pro for a spin, and the results are incredible.

2018 NEXT-IMAGE Award winners James Yu, Danilo Guererro, Fang Zhonglin, Pan Chaoyue, Raykoo, Yang Xu, AlexanDeng and He Jianhua took the images at Australia, Shanghai, Iceland and more with the stunning results a showcase of the Mate 20 Pro's Matrix Camera system. Revamping the previous Triple Rear camera setup from the P20 Pro, the Mate 20 Pro added on a 16mm Leica Ultra-Wide Angle Lens, allowing users to take almost 3D-like wide-angle shots with crisp details in both low-light and well lit conditions.

Seeing how all these professionals can pull off such awesome pictures with just a smartphone like the Huawei Mate 20 Pro, it really seems like the perfect cameraphone for those looking for a device that can take better pictures. Considering that most DSLR cameras capable of taking such pictures cost upwards of RM5000 to RM10000 (just for the body!), the RM3599 asking price of the Huawei Mate 20 Pro hardly seems like a lot, so if you're interested in checking it out, feel free to drop by a Huawei Experience Store and see what it can do.

Of course we're not saying that the Mate 20 Pro can do as much as a skilled photographer with a good (and expensive!) set of DSLR camera, various lens, flash and other photography tools, but the pictures above are definite proof of what you can do with the Mate 20 Pro. If you're looking to pick up your own Mate 20 Pro, you can always drop by Huawei's official online channels for an elite cameraphone of your own.


ASUS Transformer Book T100 Malaysia stocks refreshed, available next week

The interest in Windows 8.1 tablets and convertible laptops is rising, especially for models that offer a good keyboard convertible option and are relatively affordable, which accurately describes the ASUS Transformer Book T100 (T100TA-DK005H) 2-in-1 ultra portable laptop and tablet combo. Demand has been overwhelming, so much so that current stocks of the tablet convertible have been depleted. Seeing this ASUS have since ordered a new batch of the ASUS Transformer Book T100 (T100TA-DK005H) which is expected to be available next week.

For those not in the know or just catching up with the ASUS Transformer Book T100 (T100TA-DK005H), the device is a 2-in-1 10.1-inch Windows 8.1 tablet which fits into a keyboard dock to become an ultra-portable laptop. Tech specs and features of the ASUS Transformer Book T100 (T100TA-DK005H) include an Intel Atom Bay Trail quad-core processor but the full tech specs can be seen below:


Intel set to manufacture chips for MediaTek in new strategic foundry partnership

Intel and MediaTek have announced a strategic partnership under the former’s foundry services, whereby Intel will be manufacturing chips for the Taiwanese fabless semiconductor company. The partnership is meant to help MediaTek build a more balanced, resilient supply chain.

In a statement yesterday (25 July 2022), Intel Foundry Services (IFS) will provide such services for MediaTek thanks to its significant capacity in the United States and Europe. Furthermore, MediaTek is also planning to use Intel process technologies to manufacture multiple chips for a range of smart edge devices.

IFS President Randhir Thakur lauded the new partnership, asserting that MediaTek is a terrific partner as the company is the world’s leading fabless chip designers powering more than 2 billion devices a year. Randhir further commented that IFS is eager to help MediaTek to deliver the next billion connected devices across a range of applications.

Both Intel and MediaTek already have an existing partnership together in the form of 5G data card business and the Taiwanese company is excited to extend that relationship further. MediaTek’s corporate senior vice president of Platform Technology & Manufacturing Operations, NS Tsai stressed that the company is looking forward to building a long-term partnership with Intel to serve the fast-growing demand for its products and customers across the globe.

The strategic partnership with MediaTek is IFS’ first major business partner since its establishment last year. According to Intel, IFS is differentiated from other foundry offerings with a combination of leading-edge process and packaging technology, a world-class IP portfolio, and committed capacity in the United States and Europe.

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


Intel shares about the Tiger Lake chips and the first generation of Xe Graphics

The Intel's Architecture Day 2020 took place today and gave us some insights about its next-generation Tiger Lake processors (Intel’s 11th Gen Core processors). Other than that, the company has also shared some updates regarding the first generation of Intel’s Xe-LP integrated graphics. Let us find out what else Intel has promised to bring in the near future!

Starting from the Tiger Lake processors, Intel has adopted the 10nm SuperFin design that offers dramatically better frequency speeds by drawing less power. With that said, users can expect a big performance boost at the same voltage levels as of the Ice Lake processors. Other than that, the upcoming processor will also be supporting Thunderbolt 4 and USB4, DDR5 RAM at up to 5400MHz (in addition to DDR4 at up to 3200MHz and LPDDR4X at up to 4767MHz), and PCIe Gen 4.0 (offering speeds of up to 8GB per second to memory).

Furthermore, the debut of Intel's Xe graphics will be happening with the Tiger Lake processors as well. Intel is promising big improvements to gaming across Intel’s lineup with the Xe-LP (low power). At the event, they have showcased games like PUBG, Grid, Doom Eternal, and Battlefield V running smoothly at 1080p. The Xe-LP also promises better performance for creators and display performance, with support for up to 8K UHD with HDR10 and Dolby vision panels, up to 360Hz refresh rates, and up to two times the performance for encoding and decoding video.

Besides the Xe-LP, the demo for the Xe-HP (high power) has also been shared. However, we are not seeing a release until 2021. The Xe-HPG which will be focusing specifically on gaming has also been presented to compete with the likes of AMD and Nvidia. It's expected to feature hardware-accelerated ray tracing and support for GDDR6 memory. The Xe-HPG will start shipping next year.

Let us know what you think about these Intel's announcements on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting tech news.


Intel to cut down thousands of employees amid PC market decline

Intel could be planning for another huge employee cutdown since 2016. Reports are saying that the chip-making company will do so to cope with the PC market decline. If it were true, the layoffs would get announced as early as this month.

The company has 113,700 employees as of July. According to the people familiar with the situation, divisions, including Intel's sales and marketing group, could see cuts affecting about 20% of staff. The last time Intel had a big wave of layoffs was in 2016 when it trimmed about 12,000 jobs or 11% of its total. Since then, it has made smaller cuts and shuttered several divisions, including its cellular modem and drone units.

Intel is facing a steep decline in the demand for PC processors, which happens to be the company's main business. In July, the company warned that its 2022 sales would be about US$11 billion lower than previously anticipated. Analysts are also predicting a third-quarter revenue drop of nearly 20%. Furthermore, Intel's once-enviable margins have shrivelled. They're about 15 percentage points narrower than historical numbers of around 60%. On top of these, it's struggling to win back the market share lost to rivals like Advanced Micro Devices Inc, also known as AMD.

What do you think about the news? Share your opinion by leaving a comment, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest tech news.


Intel to implement Intel Unison to connect PCs, iOS and Android together

During the Intel Innovation event, Intel not only unveiled the latest 13th Gen Intel Core processors but as well as a new Intel Unison. Intel Unison is a software solution that seamlessly connects your PC and devices for a universal, easy-to-use experience across operating systems.

According to Intel, Intel Unison will offer a continuous and seamless connectivity experience between a PC and phone, starting with iOS and Android. Users can utilize it to transfer files, photos and videos between the devices. This also includes editing on the PIC while taking continuous photos or videos on the phone.

On the other hand, users will also be able to send and receive text messages from PCs easily, as well as accessing to voice calls from their phone's full contact list. Last but not least, users can receive and manage phone notifications from a PC to stay connected and maintain control.

Intel will continue to make changes to Intel Unison's form factors, functionality and operating systems in the future. So expect to see it launching on select Intel Evo laptops based on 12th Gen Intel Core processors from Acer, HP and Lenovo this year. 13th Gen Intel Core-based designs should also receive the feature starting early in 2023.

What do you think of this feature? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Intel to invest a $7 billion chipmaking facility in Penang to battle semiconductor shortages

In case you didn't know, Intel has a branch in Penang, Malaysia and it was recently announced by Bloomberg.com that there's an upcoming investment. According to the source, Intel Corp will be spending $7 billion to build a new chip packaging facility to address the "endemic global semiconductor shortages".

To roughly translate the budget, that's about RM30 billion just to enhance the chipmaking capabilities. Not only is this a great opportunity to help boost Malaysia's economic status but in the hope to meet the demands of the chipset shortages over the past year. Keep in mind that other than computers, but phones and cars also tend to use chips.

Besides Penang, it was also reported that other global industry players are under-invested for years. The sudden surge in the demand for computing devices during the pandemic has certainly caused the shortage and thus hiking up the price such as GPUs. With this investment in mind, Intel CEO expressed his desire for his company to be the leader in semiconductor production against its rival, TSMC.

In relation to the news, Intel Malaysia also recently upgraded its area with the largest solar farm here. The 3.2 megawatts (MW) solar installation was completed in January this year and the installation achieved 4.1MW in total installed capacity. The technology was provided by NEFIN, a renewable energy developer.

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


Intel to release more information on their 10nm Tremont processor on 23 and 24 October 2019

Intel is expected to hold a press conference on 23 and 24 October 2019, where they will most likely release new information on their upcoming Tremont processor. The new Tremont processor is a highly efficient processing unit, which would most likely be used in devices such as tablets, IoT, microservers and more.

In addition to that, the Microsoft Surface Neo which has dual screens could come with the aforementioned Tremont as well. With all that said, official information for the Tremont processor is quite limited for now. However, we can expect Intel to release more information during the conference. Would you purchase any electronic devices with the Tremont processor embedded in it? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Intel unveiled new 11th Gen Intel Core Mobile Processors and 5G technology for thin-and-light Windows laptops

With Computex 2021 hitting off, Intel proudly presented two new 11th Gen Intel Core Mobile Processors - the i7-1195G7 and i5-1155G7. These processors will be used for thin and light Windows-based laptops and not only that but a new and first 5G product, the Intel 5G Solution 5000 was also introduced alongside the processors.

According to Intel, the new 11th Gen Intel Core processor-based laptops can deliver up to 5GHz which increases 25% on overall application performance advantage. This means that the ISV optimisation is up to 8x faster transcoding and video editing is twice as fast as ever. Frame rate is also 2.7 higher than before.

On the other hand, the Intel 5G Solution 5000 is the company's first 5G M.2 solution with worldwide carrier certification which is capable of delivering nearly 5x speed increases over Intel Gigabit Long-Term Evolution (LTE) from anywhere. Intel apparently partnered with MediaTek on product definition, development, certification and support of 5G modem solutions for the next generation of PC experiences and Fibocom to supply 5G M.2 solutions (FM350-GL).

Over 60 laptops are expected to feature the Intel Core i7-1195G7 and Intel Core i5-1155G7 are expected by this holiday season. This includes Acer, ASUS, Lenovo and MSI in the upcoming summer holidays (August) and nearly 250 laptops will have it as well by this holiday season (December). Moreover, Acer, ASUS and HP are among the first OEMs expected this year to enable modern connected laptops with the Intel 5G Solution 5000 based on 11th Gen Intel Core U- and H-series processors.

We expect to see new laptops featuring the aforementioned processors and 5G technology by the end of this year in Malaysia. What do you think about it? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Intel unveils its new Arc A-series of discrete GPUs dedicated for laptops

After months of rumours, Intel has finally unveiled the new series of discrete graphic processors based on its new Xe HPG architecture. Officially called the Arc A-series, Intel during a livestream event yesterday announced the first batch of the Arc A-series GPU dedicated for laptops, which is the Intel Arc 3 series.

The Arc 3 GPUs are now available in models such as the Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro and in laptops from other OEMs, including ASUS, Lenovo, Acer, HP, and more. Furthermore, the tech giant also revealed that desktop and workstation versions of the Arc A-series, the Arc 5 and Arc 7 will be arriving later this year.

Out of the three, the Arc 3 is the entry-level series and is based on the smaller ACM-G11 die. Meanwhile, the Arc 5 and Arc 7 are based on the larger ACM-G10 die.

Intel unveiled two models of the Arc 3 series, the A350M and the A370M. Both features 64-bit wide memory bus and 4GB GDDR6 memory.

As for the A370M, it has 8 Xe-cores, 8 ray tracing units, and 1550MHz graphics clock and 35-50W power envelope. Meanwhile, the A350M features 6 Xe-cores, 6 ray tracing cores, and 1150MHz graphics clock and a 25W to 35W power envelope.

Moreover, the GPU includes XMX AI engine which enables machine learning and AI-acceleration. This powers features such as XeSS, the version of DLSS by Intel.

The Arc A-series GPU also features a new media engine that is the first in the industry to support hardware accelerated AV1 encdoing. With this, users can create content in an efficient codec that are fast becoming the industry standard.

As for gaming, Intel said that the Arc 3 series are perfect for 1080p60fps gaming. The company claimed that the Arc 370M with the Core i7-12700H achieves over 90fps for esports titles and over 60fps in several AAA titles at medium setting.

Besides that, Intel also unveiled a feature called Deep Link, which shares resources between the Arc GPU and the Intel CPU to improve performances. These enables features such as Dynamic Power Share which automatically adjusts power allocation between CPU and GPU, Hyper Compute which accelerates tasks by 24% and Hyper Encode to speed up encoding by up to 60%.

At the tail end of the livestream, Intel also teased a very brief look at its upcoming desktop graphics card. However, no further details were provided regarding the desktop GPU.

What do you guys think of Intel’s new Arc A-series GPU? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for all the latest trending tech news!


Intel ushers in Year of the Goat with device refresh

Refreshing their earlier PC refresh campaign, Intel Malaysia are offering updated deals and devices for this Chinese New Year. While the Year of the Wooden Goat officially started on 4 February 2015 this refresh sees new devices powered by the latest 5th generation Intel Core and 64-bit Intel Bay Trail processors. Like previously, users can opt to trade-in their existing devices for a discount to rebates for winning Air Asia BIG points so you can get a free holiday. Devices include brands such as Acer, ASUS, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Microsoft and SNS networks. For all the latest deals for the Year of the Goat, check out pcrefresh.intel.my/ or the Intel CNY GiftGuide below.


Intel wants you to make anything with the Intel Galileo

What would you do if you had an idea for a device but couldn't find it being sold anywhere? While you could try and prototype it or make it, previously it wasn't easy to put together a working computer platform designed specifically for those who like to tinker and make things. However, in this day and age, those who make things or 'Makers' now have access to system-on-chip boards and platforms designed to be modular for easy attachment of sensors and servos. The maker movement in Malaysia is quickly picking up steam, with more makers of every age appearing with bright ideas about devices you cannot find on the shelf but are nonetheless useful. The Intel Galileo board is Intel's solution for Makers and we were privilaged enough to get our hands-on with an Intel Galileo set which you can see in the video below:

While it isn't as readily available in your average computer store here in Malaysia, the Intel Galileo board can be found online for around RM350 or so but you will also need sensors and various other parts to make it do more. Intel have a thriving communities page for those interested in starting out with Intel Galileo as well as various activities aimed at reaching out to budding Makers here in Malaysia. The Intel Galileo board and other Intel maker technologies like Edison and Curie are expected to help push the development for the Internet of Things (IoT) where everything is eventually connected. While we don't have any specific dates, the next Intel Maker's event is expected sometime in October 2015. Here's what Intel have to say about "making" with the Intel Galileo platform:

We encourage everyone to continue making what they love and be part of the maker community to share, learn and network with other makers. Apart from compatibility with the Arduino platform and the performance with Linux OS, we help you to achieve your goals with our Community Page that offers online help to get you started, speed your development and the tools to go big with IoT with our IoT development Kit. We believe If It Computes and Connects, It's Best with Intel. Kanapathy Murugayah, Platform Solution Architect, Intel Malaysia and Ng Hoon Leng, Platform Application Engineer, Intel Malaysia


ASUS ViVoTab Note 8 announced with digitizer stylus and Windows 8.1

The number of Windows 8.1 tablets continues to grow with the latest ASUS VivoTab Note 8 tablet. Featuring tech specs which include a Wacom digitizer stylus, quad-core Intel Atom Z3740 processor, 8-inch HD IPS display with 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, 2GB RAM, up to 64GB storage with up to 64GB microSD support and a 5MP rear camera wtih HD front camera, the tablet is aimed at the stylus using tablet user. A 15.5 Whr battery rounds the tech specs up with the tablet weighing in at 380g and the usual free Office software supplement. ASUS are also bundling unlimited ASUS WebStorage for 1 year along with it.

While there isn't any pricing or Malaysia release dates just yet we expect it to hit Malaysia soon within Q1 of 2014. Other tech specs of note include two large rear stereo speakers with SonicMaster audio so the VivoTab Note 8 should sound pretty good too. The tech specs look rather upper end, but the pricing is quite good from $299 (RM982) for the 32GB version. The digitizer stylus gives the VivoTab Note 8 more precision and should be a great mobile tablet for the designer and student or business note taker out there. For more information, check out the Press release.[Source]


Interesting things you can find out up close with super macro mode

We've already seen a little bit of what the Huawei Mate 20 Pro and other Mate 20 series smartphones can do with their new LEICA Triple rear cameras and Super Macro mode with our previous close-up photos. Capable of going from wide-angle to a super close 2.5cm away, the Huawei Mate 20 Pro and the Super Macro mode really lets you get up close without having to use any extra macro lens.

However, there's a whole bunch of other interesting things you can find out if you really can go up as close as the Huawei Mate 20 Pro. Taking that into account we went even closer than before to see what else you can find with Super Macro mode. Check them out in no particular order below.

Visible on nearly all Malaysian ringgit notes, the portrait of the first Agong of Malaysia, Seri Paduka Baginda Yang DiPertuan Agong Pertama Tuanku Almarhum Abdul Rahman ibni Tuanku Muhammad is not only visible as a shadow when you shine light on the back, his name is also hidden in the portrait. Just go close with your Mate 20 series smartphone, let the Super Macro mode engage and snap, for those who can't see it, it’s written within the tengkolok or head dress, following the curve of the line.

Useful security or anti-counterfeit feature? We don't know, but it is certainly a cool thing to be able to find his name hidden on your ringgit note. There's also a whole bunch of other hidden things on our ringgit that you probably didn't know about, so feel free to take the Super Macro mode for a spin and see what other things you can find.

At first glance, this fork and spoon seem clean enough, but if you look a bit closer, the dish washer definitely missed a couple of spots here and there. Sure, we know when you're hungry, you might just grab whatever utensil is available but you should probably pick a different pair than these 2.

Truth be told, I just picked this up without looking, but upon closer inspection of the fork, I quickly changed it

Fresh vegetables can be great healthy snacks but you should always wash your vegetables first. A closer look at this cherry tomato reveals what looks like dust or fibers from the cloth it was collected in. So, if you were to pop this one into your mouth you'd not only be eating healthy tomato, but bits of dust or cloth fibers too.

You should probably wash this one more thoroughly first.

Following on with being careful about what you put into your mouth, a closer look at this dried pineapple piece reveals that it is literally crusted in sugar. So much so that you can see individual grains of sugar. Too much sugar is definitely not good for you, so even if the dried pineapple does offer plenty of fiber, you should probably reduce how much you eat due to the coating of sugar.

That's a lot of sugar! Having second thoughts?

To be a fly on the wall... or in this case, a pole in the MRT

Most insects are tiny things, so much so that their legs seem like smooth slivers. A closer look at the legs of a fly reveal that its legs are actually quite hairy or seems to be, but this is probably because flies tend to taste their food with their feet.

At first glance, this little yellow flower is laying on a piece of wood, but upon closer inspection, the wood is actually a twig and the flower is even smaller than you first thought. It's so small that you can actually see the cobwebs stuck around the twig, but flowers can certainly come in many sizes.

Plant life can find hope and grow in various places as these photos show. Take a closer look next time and you can see these pretty plants grow in wood, rock and more. If they can live like that, maybe we should take a closer look at our own lives and see if we can't find some life and hope for ourselves too.

The LEICA lens and cameras plus the Super Macro mode that made these close-up shots possible are available for the Huawei Mate 20, Mate 20 Pro and Mate 20 X, no additional macro lens required. If you're interested in picking up one for yourself, check out the Huawei site or drop by any Huawei Experience store and look real close all around you. You may find out more than you thought. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech close ups.


Internal structure for Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra cameras revealed

Rumours of the Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro and Ultra been rampant in recent weeks. Earlier this week, an official certification confirmed that it would come with 67W fast-charging. Now, sources have found a casing showing the internal structure for the phone's camera module.

According to Realmicentral, a blogger has leaked the internal casing for the Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro's camera module. However, we believe that this is actually for the Mi 11 Ultra. Regardless, this model is expected to come with a triple-camera module and dual-LED flash. Moreover, the section on the right is clearly for the rumoured mini secondary display, which the Pro variant will not have.

A previous leak showing the Mi 11 Ultra's rear camera module

Speaking of cameras, a previous leak suggested that the Mi 11 Ultra has a 48MP+48MP+50MP triple-camera setup. The 50MP camera is most likely the periscope camera, which is expected to have a whopping 120x zoom. Besides the cameras, the phone will pack Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 888 chipset. Since it's the best variant, we also expect it to have 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage.

Will the Mi 11 Ultra really come with a mini display at the back? If it does, that would make it the most unique device to be launched in 2021 so far. But what do you think, would you find it useful at all? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for further updates about it.


Internal troubles result in indefinite delays for Overwatch 2 and Diablo 4

Were you hoping to get a crack at the new Overwatch or Diablo? Well, you're going to have to wait for a long time, as Blizzard won't be launching them anytime soon. It's long been confirmed that the game won't be out this year, but it might not even launch in 2022.

According to an update posted online, the launch of Overwatch 2 and Diablo 4 will happen much later than originally planned. The exact dates were not mentioned, but it's probably safe to assume that we won't be seeing these two games in 2021 or even 2022. These delays were likely caused by the problems Blizzard has been facing in recent months.

Diablo IV and Overwatch 2 delayed pic.twitter.com/4pr9c0OEdz

Blizzard has been haemorrhaging talent in 2021, with senior staff like Jeff Kaplan (Director for Overwatch) and even company president J. Allen Brack resigning in August. The company has also been embroiled in controversy this year. Specifically, it faces an ongoing lawsuit from the California courts for sexual harassment and discrimination at the workplace.

If Blizzard were to change for the better, could it result in better games? Some food for thought there. Let us know what you think about the topic below, and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest news on gadgets and games.


International Android 4.3 updates for Samsung Galaxy SIII resumes

After some minor bugs due to the Android 4.3 update, Samsung Galaxy SIII users can now continue their updates as Samsung have announced the updating process to resume. While this is all good news for Samsung Galaxy SIII users in Malaysia as well, the more interesting news is that after the update, you can finally use the Samsung Galaxy Gear smartwatch with the Samsung Galaxy SIII. Do note, some functions which can only be found on the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 are not available for SIII users even with the update. In related news, Android 4.4 looks to be coming to Samsung users as early as March or April 2014, so stay tuned.


International Olympic Committee member confirms that postponement of Olympics 2020 is imminent

Many have dreaded it but it was an inevitable outcome. With the current coronavirus pandemic hitting the world, the writing was on the wall and a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has strongly hinted that it could postpone the Olympics 2020.

According to USAToday, IOC senior member Dick Pound made this claim in a phone interview. Although both the IOC itself and Tokyo 2020 organising committee has not made an official announcement on this matter, Pound is convinced that the Olympics 2020 will be postponed. This would mean that the sporting event will no longer take place starting on 24 July 2020 as scheduled, but will likely be moved to a new date in 2021.

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the chances of a postponement is indeed high. IOC president Thomas Bach first suggested the possibility of a postponement on Sunday, though he also mentioned that the IOC is considering other ways of conducting the games. Regardless, IOC will make a final decision on this within the next four weeks.

Unlike other events such as the MWC or E3, a major global sporting event like the Olympics has much more economic and cultural significance. Cancelling it is certainly out of the question, but how much of an impact would postponement bring? Let us know what you think on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


International Women's Day 2017- #MakeWhatsNext (an editorial by Microsoft)

As the world celebrate International Women's Day (8/3/2017), we are actually entering what is widely referred to as the 4th Industrial Revolution, an era where the development of new materials, breakthroughs in the field of genetic engineering and digital transformation are increasingly blurring the lines between the physical, biological and digital worlds. But where do women stand in this era?

According to the World Economic Forum study, women are somehow still disproportionately negatively impacted. One key reason is because that they are relatively under-represented when it comes to jobs which are expected to have the most growth in the next five years in STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematical) professions.

Also, according to a list of the Most Promising Jobs of 2017 published by LinkedIn, the top 20 occupations require STEM skills; despite the opportunities, though, there remains a persistent gender gap. Globally, UNESCO estimates that only about 3 in 10 researchers in science, technology and innovation are female while LinkedIn estimated that women account for only about 2 in 10 tech jobs.

That sounds underwhelming, but here’s the good news, there are some misperceptions on that and here’s a quick run through:

There is no better time than on International Women’s Day to celebrate diversity and the incredible potential of women and girls to make an exponential impact in the world. Through initiatives that provide support and opportunities in computer science and technology, Microsoft hope to inspire girls with courage and a huge dose of creativity to go beyond prescribed boundaries to #MakeWhatsNext, today.

To read the full article about it, kindly visit their blog post at their website and stay tuned for more Microsoft news at TechNave.com.


Internet Archive now houses over 1000 Flash-based content

A few weeks ago, Microsoft announced that it will stop supporting Adobe Flash Player for Windows 10. What the optional update will do is remove Adobe Flash Player from Windows PCs and block it from being reinstalled. This means that the vast majority of users won't be able to access Flash content anymore, but some people have decided to collect all of the Flash content out there.

Thanks to the people from the Internet Archive, more than 1000 Flash-based content have been archived on the website for people around the world to enjoy. The website lets you run Flash animations or games, without having to worry about any security issues. This is possible with the use of the Ruffle emulator, which is said to be capable of supporting most of the content uploaded on the site.

Dear @StrongBadActual,What would a history of the internet be without sbemails? It took us a while (storing 70 PB you know...) but here you go, Flash Animation via emulation in @InternetArchive:https://t.co/s6mjPrAelMUpload your favorites Strong Bads:https://t.co/BFFWDB8W1Z https://t.co/5jA8FrCFWq

Mind you, it's still possible to use a Flash Player on your PC after the update. While you won't the Adobe Flash plugin for Windows, you can still download the standalone version of Adobe Flash Player. You can also use browsers with WebAssembly, which most modern browser support. But do note that you'll have to worry about security issues in this case.

With that said, do you have a favourite Flash animation or game? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Internet connection in Penang disrupted due to TM node catching on fire

Telekom Malaysia has recently released a statement on their Facebook page, stating that users in Penang might experience internet disruption due to a node catching on fire at 12:07 AM. But that’s not all, TM also stated that mobile connectivity may be affected due to the fact that the aforementioned node functions as a backhaul for third-party mobile networks.

Thankfully, there were no reports of injuries or death at the scene where the fire broke out. Telekom Malaysia is currently working the best they could, to restore all services that were affected by the fire.

With all that said, were you affected by the service disruption caused by the fire? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Internet security company reports too many fake websites are running rampant on Facebook ads in Malaysia

From time to time, we would hear news of how Malaysians get scammed online. In this news, a researcher from a Slovak internet security company, ESET, Lukáš Štefanko made a discovery and detected many fake websites are disguised as legitimate services with similar domain names in Malaysia.

According to Štefanko, Malaysian online shoppers often get tricked by a certain fake website through a campaign run by scammers through Facebook ads. However, the website didn't provide the option to shop directly through them but tricked them into downloading apps from the Google Play Store instead. Oh, it's not really a Google Play Store either but a server under the control of the scammers.

He also mentioned eight Malaysian banks were targeted as well including Maybank, Affin Bank, Public Bank, CIMB Bank, BSN, RHB, Bank Islam Malaysia and Hong Leong Bank. When victims submitted their banking information, they will receive a fake message saying their user ID or password is incorrect. At this point, their bank account details were sent to the "malware" operator.

To further access the victim's bank account, the fake e-store app will send all SMS messages as if sent by the bank about the two-factor verification code (2FA). Štefanko warns online users to be careful with clicking on ads and paid search engine search results if they don't bring them to the official website. Moreover, it was encouraged to use 2FA software or hardware instead of SMS for greater security.

The report has listed seven fake websites and three malicious Android apps recently in Malaysia. We hope all of you don't fall to such obvious scams online even when things are too good to be true. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Introducing ASUS ZenFone 4 Max with 5000mAh battery and dual-camera setup

The rumours were indeed true! ASUS' latest unveiling, the ASUS ZenFone 4 Max was recently released with a giant 5000 mAh battery capacity as speculated.

Complementing the large battery is the built-in PowerMaster power saving mode which almost guarantees an extended battery life.

The ZenFone 4 Max will come in two versions; one model with a Snapdragon 430 (octa-core) and one with a Snapdragon 425 (quad-core) with up to 4GB of RAM. Storage options starts from 16GB to 64GB expandable memory.

As for the dual-camera setup, it will comprise of a dual 13MP sensor with a 120° field of view. Clearly outclassing most mid-range phones by a mile. There’s also the 8MP front camera which is featured to be able to take 140° selfie panoramas.

Not much news yet on the pricings or Malaysian releases for now, but we do know that the ASUS ZenFone 4 Max will launch in Russia for 13900RUB which will be around the Malaysian equivalent of about RM1000 (Hey that’s pretty good). Keep in mind that devices sold in Russia are usually pricier than normal so do expect this one to be slightly less than what’s expected.

With two ZenFone 4 units released so far, we can expect the rest of the lineup to be unveiled real soon with the Malaysian release right after that. Where’s the best place to get your daily updates? TechNave.com of course, so stay tuned.


ASUS VivoBook 14 Malaysia release: 10th Gen Intel Core i5 and 512GB SSD at RM2899

ASUS has officially unveiled the VivoBook 14 in Malaysia, which comes equipped with notable tech specs such as a 10th Gen Intel Core i5, 512GB SSD and more from the price of RM2899. Not only that, but if you were to be the first 30 to purchase the aforementioned laptop from either Shopee or Lazada before 27 September 2020, you’ll be eligible to get an RM100 Grab voucher for free.

To go into more detail in regards to the tech specs of the VivoBook 14, it comes equipped with tech specs such as the processor mentioned above, up to an Nvidia GeForce MX330 graphics processor, 14-inch FHD display, 4GB RAM, as well as a 42Wh battery. In terms of the I/O ports, it has a USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C, two USB2.0, HDMI 1.4 port, 3.5mm combo audio jack, and a MicroSD card reader.

With all that said, would you be interested in getting the VivoBook 14 on either Lazada or Shopee? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Introducing General Mobile and their latest smartphone, the GM 5 Plus into Malaysia from RM899

We have a new player in the smartphone ballpark of Malaysia, in the form of General Mobile, with their latest smartphone the GM 5 Plus.

General Mobile is a Turkish mobile and tablet brand who is Google’s Android One partner, offering a Pure-Android experience to smartphone users all over the world. With simplicity as their main principle, General Mobile adopts simplicity in their product offerings, price range, point-of-sales and post sales services.

Today, General Mobile is actively selling smartphones across 30 different countries. In Malaysia, they have selected KWS Distribution to lead the sales of all General Mobile products.

Onwards to their latest smartphone device, the GM 5 Plus. The 5 Plus is a 5.5-inch IPS FHD display smartphone with a Snapdragon 617, 64bit octa-core chipset. The device boasts an extremely durable titanium and aluminium alloy frame which we usually see in the aviation industry. For the photo enthusiasts, the GM 5 Plus also comes with a 13MP dual-LED flash, Sony imx258 camera and a 13MP front shooter.

Here comes the kicker, General Mobile’s GM 5 Plus device will come with Google’s own optimized Android One feature. This will allow users the privilege to be one of the first to experience the latest and purest Android features and updates as well. Thus of course, the smartphone will come with the latest Android 7.1.1 out of the box.

The full specs of the GM 5 Plus can be found below:

5.5-inch IPS LTPS FHD (1920x1080) 2.5D Gorilla Glass 4 (~79% screen-to-body)

Qualcomm Snapdragon 617, 64bit Octa Core up to 1.5 GHz

Rear: 13MP AF Dual Flash Sony imx258 sensor, Front: 13MP AF Flash

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth® v 4.1, Type C

3GB RAM + 32GB Storage, Micro SD slot (up to 128GB)

Accelerometer, Proximity, E-Compass, Gyro, Hall Switch, Light

The GM 5 Plus smartphone is available through their main distributor, KWS Distribution, via their online channels by mid-July 2017 at RM899 only. You can check out the phone and much more information through www.generalmobile.com and www.shop.kws.my.


Introducing the Essential Phone, the true personal flagship smartphone. Launched in USA

Andy Rubin, the creator of Android has come up with another potential masterpiece. His take on a true personal flagship, no strings attached or bloatware, the Essential Phone.

The Essential Phone is Andy’s idea on what the Android phone of the future should look like based on his philosophies:

A true bezel-less 5.71-inch LTPS LCD Quad-HD display that upstages even Samsung’s infinity display, the phone also features a legendary titanium edge that will not bend or scratch like aluminium on top of a full solid ceramic back. Specifications-wise, the phone is very atypical to that of a premium flagship that we have seen time and time again which can be referred by the following:

Do note that the dual-camera on the back of the Essential is by no means similar to every other dual-cameras out there. The secondary main camera uses a monochrome-fusion system that captures much, much more light. The combination of the main cameras should produce an incredibly superior shot. The front camera is just as impressive, with an 8MP setup that is able to record videos in 4k.

With all the specs and other things aside, the real kicker for this phone is the entirely novel system of accessories and modules that comes or is coming with this phone. On the back of the Essential Phone is a magnetic connector in the form of two very small dots where you can snap additional modules, kind of like the Moto Mods with Moto Z phones but much smaller.

The highlighted module at the moment is the “smallest 360-degree camera in the world” where you can just snap it on the camera to use. Additionally, there is a specialised charging dock that can also be used with the module connector. Those are the only mods available for now, but you can almost bet that they will come up with more.

The phone is actually up for pre-order right now starting 30 May 2017 in the USA through their official website for a price of $700 (RM3000) with Black Moon, Stellar Gray, Pure White and Ocean depths colour options. The 360-degree camera is bundled with the phone right now for an additional $50 (RM220) if you pre-order.

So what do you think? Will it be able to compete with Samsung or Apple in Malaysia? The price is right up there with the big boys but it is reportedly unclear that the Essential Phone would be available outside of the USA but we are hoping it will launch in Malaysia in the near future so make sure you stay tuned to TechNave.com for any updates on this masterpiece of a phone.


Introducing the Fitbit Ionic, Fitbit’s first attempt in the smartwatch business

The sport enthusiast’s faithful companion and must-have accessory brand Fitbit has come up with an exciting new concept to their line of fitness trackers, the smartwatch, namely the FitBit Ionic smartwatch.

You would think that it would run the latest AndroidOS but no, the Fitbit Ionic will run their very own IonicOS. Based on their official blog, although the Fitbit IonicOS does not have the benefits of an AndroidWear, the IonicOS does have its own advantages such as rich notifications from social media such as Facebook etc. and also is able to run fitness apps such as Strava, Pandora and Accuweather. On top of that, the Ionic will pack a whooping four day battery life on normal and 10 hour operation if you are using the GPS/GLONASS tracking. Did we mention it can also play music?

As a smartwatch, the Ionic is bound to pack tons of features such as the usual Fitbit training modes (including swimming), water resistance up to 50m and a real-time heart rate tracker. Yes, it is able to track your heart 24/7 even during resting.

The Fitbit Ionic will be released in the US starting in October around the price of $300 (RM1300) but there’s no news yet on when and whether it will come to Malaysia in the future. We’ll just have to wait and see. In the meantime, do stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest gadget news.


Introducing the world's smallest portable wireless speaker - Sony h.ear go

This week, Sony Malaysia is proud to present Malaysians everywhere with their latest and smallest portable wireless speaker in the world - the Sony h.ear go. Available in Lime Yellow, Cinnabar Red, Bordeaux Pink, Charcoal Black & Viridian Blue, the High-Resolution Audio compatible device is now at all Sony Stores and Sony Centres across Malaysia. Below is the official tech-specs:

Thanks to its newly-designed 35mm diameter High-Resolution full-range speaker unit, it packs a power audio punch on both left and right channel speaker chambers. The h.ear go speakers are complemented by a dual-passive radiators that extend low-end response, resulting a good surround sound and can fill your room with extra bass for as long as 12 hours.

Features-wise, the h.ear go can be set up as a multi-room or standalone speaker. Multi-Room compatibility opens up exciting new listening experiences powered by Sony’s SongPal app and even link two h.ear go units for a wireless stereo speaker system, or add h.ear go as wireless surround extension speakers to boost your customized home theatre environment. To add on to that, there are music options to explore with built-in support for Google CastTM and Spotify Connect.

If you're interested in the device, the price tag is RM799. Stay tuned for more news at Technave.com!


Iris scanning tablet – a first from Samsung

While people think tablets are meant for multimedia consumption, some government agencies around the world are actively using tablets as part of their day to day working tool. Samsung agrees with that stance, and just announced their first tablet with a built-in iris scanner – aptly named the Samsung Galaxy Tab Iris.

The Tab Iris is powered by a 1.2GHz quad-core SoC with 1.5GB RAM, 7-inch display with a resolution of 1024×600, built-in 3G, a 5MP rear cam, and comes with 8GB storage with microSD for expansion purposes. While it is a mid-range device, what makes it special is the dual-eye scanner at the back of the device.

It is priced at USD 200 (about RM 820), and it will first be used by the UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India) as an identification confirmation platform. This is not the first device in the world that has an iris scanner, but it looks to be the cheapest by far. We have to wait and see if any other government around the world will adopt this technology, including Malaysia.


Iron Man themed Samsung Galaxy S6 edge announced, not coming to Malaysia yet

Red and gold are already a pretty nice colour combination but this time around we finally get the official announcement for the Iron Man Samsung Galaxy S6 edge in conjunction with the recent Avengers 2: Age of Ultron movie. Featuring the aforementioned colours with the gold accents for the metal parts, this version of the Galaxy S6 Edge certainly looks nice and the bundled wireless charger has also been rebranded to look like an arc reactor (that thing in the center of Iron Man's chest). Tech specs and features should remain the same as the 64GB storage version though, but we expect the price to be a bit higher than the current retail pricing of RM3599. You do get an Iron Man theme, box and extra back casing though. For now, there are still no Malaysia release dates as it will be going Korea first on 27 May 2015, followed by China and Hong Kong in June. Check out the official unboxing video below:


Is Apple planning to change the name of the iPhone and iOS?

The Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2020 may be online this year but it's expected to have plenty of new reveals. Besides new MacBooks with ARM CPUs and an iMac with Face ID, sources claim that Apple could announce a name change for both the iPhone and iOS.

In a tweet posted earlier today, Jon Prosser dropped the words "iPhone OS". Max Weinbach followed up by claiming he received an email informing him that Apple has plans to rename iOS to iPhone OS, while the iPhone could be rebranded as the Apple Phone. The two leakers are known for fairly reliable leaks, so there's a chance that this could be true.

Dude I got a random email saying Apple would rename iOS to iPhone OS and the iPhone to Apple Phone and I didn't believe it...wow

This isn't the first time Apple has renamed something, with the company having made a derivative version of iOS for the iPad and naming it the iPadOS last year. However, if the iOS is to be renamed to the iPhone OS, then why rename the iPhone to Apple Phone? Thematically, that wouldn't fit anymore.

There's also the possibility that this name change is a wild rumour, so do take it with a grain of salt. Then again, we'll know whether it's true or not after next week's WWDC. Having said that, what do you think of the name change? Let us know what you think on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Is Apple trying to fill that void by releasing iPhone 9?

If you’ve been following our Apple iPhone rumours recently, you must know that the iPhone SE is reportedly making its comeback in 2020. However, we found out from a Japanese source saying that the Apple iPhone SE 2 will be named as iPhone 9, and it will sport an A13 Bionic chip. The rumour struck us as a surprise as well but its explanation makes total sense, let’s find out!

The first, or to say the only, iPhone SE was released in 2017 and it didn’t get a successor after that. Apple has been focusing on the new design of iPhones and doesn’t seem to bother to bring the iPhone 5’s design back on its track. Now, the source said that we should wave goodbye to the hope for another iPhone SE to be released in the future.

The source also mentioned that the new iPhone 9 or iPhone SE 2 is going to have a similar design as the iPhone 8. It is still unclear if the home button is going to be revived from its sudden death.

The chipset used will be the same as the iPhone 11 series which is an A13 Bionic chip. We won’t complain about that since it’s still a strong and reliable chipset. Not to mention that the iPhone 9 or iPhone SE 2 is rumoured to start from the price of 449 to 499 USD (~RM1868.29 to ~RM2076.34), becoming the cheapest iPhone available in the market.

For your information, the Japanese site had a decent record with Apple predictions in the past, which makes the rumour more trustworthy at the moment. Let us know what you think about this rumour on our Facebook page! For more smartphone rumours, stay tuned on TechNave.com.


Is BlackBerry going to bring the iconic keyboard back into the industry?

There are a lot of smartphone brands nowadays and we won't even blame you if you've forgotten some of the old ones. With that said, a prominent smartphone brand from the past is going to make a comeback in 2021. In the olden days, BlackBerry has stood strong in the communication industry with its iconic keyboard. Now, will it continue to make some breakouts with the keyboard or cave in for the touch screens?

Earlier this year, BlackBerry has ended their partnership with TLC. Now, they're turning to a not-really-well-known mobile security brand Onward Mobility to work on their upcoming smartphones. It is said that Onward Mobility will offer a “suite of end-to-end security solutions" to make the BlackBerry devices highly secure.

Furthermore, the brand's website has also announced that they will be working with Foxconn subsidiary FIH Mobile to design and manufacture the upcoming phones. It is also worth mentioning that a teaser is already up on the website for the upcoming 5G smartphones.

Let us know what you think about BlackBerry's comeback on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting smartphone news.


Is DJI developing a remote-controlled car with a camera?

Technology has helped make the movie-making process easier as the years went along. For example, instead of having a cameraman follow via helicopter, using drones to do the same thing is more cost-effective. Now, DJI could be developing another method for movie-makers to capture land shots in rough terrain.

According to DroneDJ, DJI has a new patent that reveals what seems to be a remote-controlled camera car. Like the flying drones the company is famous for, users can operate these from afar and make use of the camera attached to it. With this type of land drone, it's possible to capture action shots from a low angle on the ground. The patent also detailed four wheels that can supposedly turn 360-degrees, allowing it to handle a variety of terrain.

Also, DJI has another patent that details a camera that's attached to a gimbal with a removable frame. We're assuming that this is the camera that is to be secured to the land-based drone in development, which will then combine good stabilisation techniques to ensure that users can get clear footage.

It'll be interesting to see how this project pans out, but do you think a remote control car like this would be useful to you? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


ASUS VivoBook Pro 14 release: Ryzen 5800H CPU, 90Hz OLED display, and Harman-Kardon speakers from ~RM2927

When it comes to laptop brands, ASUS is probably one of the most well known in Malaysia. The company just launched a new VivoBook model in China and we can expect it to be available here. But first, let's take a look at the new VivoBook Pro 14.

Now available for pre-order via Jingdong (China), the ASUS VivoBook Pro 14 is a mainstream ultrabook targeted at the mobile workforce. It comes in two configurations, one with an AMD Ryzen 5 5600H CPU and the other with a more powerful Ryzen 7 5800H CPU. Both will have 16GB of RAM and 512GB of SSD storage. Moreover, it a thickness of just 17.9mm and weighs only 1.35kg, making it a highly portable laptop.

The VivoBook Pro 14's best feature is its 14-inch OLED screen. It has a max resolution of 2880 x 1800, a refresh rate of 90Hz, and covers 100% of the DCI-P3 colour gamut. Besides the display, it has a 45W cooling system to help improve performance, Harman Kardon speakers, webcam protection, and an integrated fingerprint reader on the power button.

ASUS is pricing the Ryzen 5 model at 4599 yuan (~RM2927), while the Ryzen 7 model has a price tag of 4999 yuan (~RM3181). Would you be interested in getting one for yourself once it's available here? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for further updates about this.


Is Dato Sri Siti Nurhaliza going to be the brand ambassador for vivo APEX 2019?

In this short news, vivo Malaysia's official Facebook page has hinted us that the company's previous ambassador, Dato Sri Siti Nurhaliza will return as the brand ambassador once again. But we think there's actually more than that.

It's not uncommon for brands to hire celebrities to become its brand ambassador for a certain product. Previously, Dato Sri Siti Nurhaliza was the brand ambassador for the vivo V5 series in late 2016 and since she's coming back again, it's quite possible that she will be the new ambassador for the upcoming vivo APEX 2019 which was hinted on the page as well, which we don't really know much about except for the fact that it will have a "Waterdrop" design and if that's the case, then everything we know about the rumoured APEX phone last year is pretty much buried.

Or, it could be just the vivo NEX Dual Display in a different name. God knows. Stay tuned as we will find out in just two more days at TechNave.com.


Is Facebook going to remove Donald Trump’s post?

You might be wondering who is the lady in the cover photo. Well, she is Sheryl Sandberg, the COO of Facebook. Earlier this month, US President Donald Trump posted a video about children being “immune” toward the COVID-19, and now the video has been removed from his page by Facebook.

Obviously, a statement like that is clearly false information that has violated Facebook’s policy. In fact, Sandberg mentioned that any false information and hate speech upon Trump’s election will be removed from Trump’s Facebook page. Back in May, Trump posted an insensitive comment regarding “Black Lives Matter”, which came under fire by Facebook’s own employees.

On the other hand, Sandberg said that Facebook just launched a ‘Voting Information Center’ for the users to provide accurate information upon their upcoming election held in November 2020. Do you think Sheryl Sandberg is doing a good job by removing Donald Trump’s insensitive posts on Facebook? Let us know in the comments below, be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Is Google Pixel 5 coming in a new colour variant?

There are plenty of leaks about the Pixel 5 tech specs such as the Snapdragon 865 or 865+ chipset, 90Hz refresh rate, 18W fast charge technology, and more. Here’s another new leak about the colour variant and design.

According to evleaks, he posted an image on his Twitter about the Pixel 5 that will come in Mint Green variant and also the norm Just Black variant. From the image, we think it could come with the matte surface and an anti-fingerprint stain design. Previously, the predecessor didn’t have the Mint Green colour variant, so we think it might be a big surprise and another option for the users to choose from.

The Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G will be unveiled on 30 September, so let’s wait for the official announcement. To read the previous leaks about the Pixel 5, you may click here. Would you get this Mint Green colour variant if it is launched in the Malaysian market, even though it is not going to happen? Let us know in the comments below, be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Is Google launching the Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5 5G on 8 October?!

A few days ago, the Google Pixel 4a was launched with a price tag of $349 (~RM1470). However,  the Google Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5 5G were not announced, but we got some news that they are going to launch the devices on 8 October.

According to the leaks, a tipster claimed the Google Pixel 4a 5G could cost $499 (~RM2090) but there’s not much information about the tech specs for both devices. According to 9to5Google reader, there was some information leaked by Google France about the launching date but it was taken down. As for the English version side, the deleted post was not seen on their blog site.

For the Pixel 4a 5G, it could house a 6.1-inch OLED display and a plastic body build with a better camera setup to the Pixel 4a. Besides that, the device could come with 6GB of RAM and 128GB internal storage. As for the chipset, it could feature a Snapdragon 690 or Snapdragon 765G chipset.

On the other hand, the price tag of the Pixel 5 5G could be around $649 (~RM2718) to $699 (~RM2927). The device could feature a 5.8-inch display or 6.67-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Lastly,  the chipset could be a Snapdragon 765G.

All of these rumours are not confirmed so we should just take it with a pinch of salt. What do you expect from the upcoming smartphones from Google? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Is Google launching the Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5 5G soon?

Over the past few months, there have been some leaks on the new Google Pixel. Now there are leaks that they could launch the Google Pixel 4a XL 5G and Pixel 5 5G smartphones. This leak came from Twitter user @ishanagarwal24 and it could be the Pixel 4a series that is launching tomorrow in the US (3 August).

According to the leaks, the Pixel 5 5G could feature a Snapdragon 765G chipset which would not make it as a flagship-level smartphone. As for the Pixel 4a XL 5G, it is expected to sport a slightly less powerful chipset to the Pixel 5 5G and with the XL in the name, it would be a bigger Pixel 4a variant. These devices are expected to launch in October with the starting price tag of $499 (~RM2114).

The tweet about the Google Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5 5G

Please take this news with a pinch of salt as we still waiting for the official announcement upon these phones. It would be great if Google brings in the Pixel series into the Malaysian market, but we shall see. So what do you think? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Is Huawei Watch GT 2 the best all-rounded smartwatch with 14-day battery life?

With 2019 coming to an end, it is not unusual for someone to make all kinds of New Year’s resolution such as picking up a new skill, reading a book every week and so on. With that in mind, losing weight and getting fit is usually one of the most common resolutions made by the general public.

That being said, accessories such as a fitness tracker or a smartwatch would be very useful due to the fact that not only does it tell the time, but it also monitors various aspects of your body such as your heart rate and sleep pattern. The Huawei Watch GT 2 priced from RM799 not only fits the criteria mentioned above, but it also doubles as a fashionable watch that could be worn on any occasion.

To go into more detail, the Huawei Watch GT 2 comes equipped with a combination of sensors to track up to 15 different kinds of sports such as running, cycling, and hiking. Not only that, but it's also able to track various kinds of water sports like swimming because the smartwatch is water-resistant up to 5 ATM. It also has a feature that warns the user if their heart rate becomes either too low or too high, in order to reduce the chance of an injury.

In terms of the battery life, the Watch GT 2 42mm is able to last up to 7 days in a single charge and up to 14 days for the 46mm variant. This is due to the fact that both the smartwatch mentioned comes equipped with the highly efficient HiSilicon Kirin A1 chipset, which drastically improves battery life thanks to the dual-chip architecture.

Other than that, the aforementioned watch allows the user to participate in voice calls and okay music thanks to the microphone and speaker system embedded in it. Also, you can give it a more personalised look by customizing the watch face to your liking.

The 42mm Watch GT 2 variant comes with a 3D curved glass display not only gives a more elegant look suitable for ladies, but it also comes with a rather unique Lake Cyan colour which goes well with most outfits out there. If that doesn't pique your interest, you could opt for the good ol' black strap which isn't as noticeable.

The 46mm variant, on the other hand, comes with a black rubber strap which sleek and water repellent which makes it suitable for various kinds of water sports. However, if you're looking for something a little more formal, you can opt for the gravel brown variant which has a stylish faux leather strap for only RM899.

If you are interested in getting any of the Huawei Watch GT 2 variants mentioned above, head over to Huawei's official website. Speaking of which, there's a much easier way to get the Huawei Watch GT 2 and more via the Huawei Smart Life package.

The Huawei Smart Life package allows customers to own selected Huawei products, starting from a low price of RM8.97 a day. If you are keen on finding out more, head over to their official website and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Is Huawei developing an under-display selfie camera right now?

A bunch of patent from Huawei suggests that they could be working on a smartphone, which is equipped with an under-display selfie camera very soon. This is due to the fact that the patent shows that there is no notch for the front-facing selfie camera visible towards the top of the display.

Not only that, but the patent also hints that the aforementioned smartphone will come equipped with 2 image sensor as well as 1 periscope image sensor at the rear. With all that, do take some of the information mentioned with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Huawei has yet to confirm leaks.

Would you be interested in getting a Huawei smartphone with an in-display camera sensor? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Is Huawei going back to making phones with physical keypads?

Hour ago, certain sites started reporting about how two Huawei phones with physical numeric keyboards have appeared on the website of TENAA, the Chinese Telecoms regulatory certifications agency. These two phones are simply identified as the Huawei R952 and the Huawei R662, and they looked out of place in this era of touchscreen smartphones.

Did someone just turned the wrong stone and we have drifted back in time? At a glance, both phones looks like those “brick phones” from an era gone by, something from circa year 2000. Even the venerable Nokia 3310 is more petite than it in physical size!

It turns out, it was a false alarm, Huawei didn’t go back to making candybar feature phones, but, these are actually very purpose built devices, designed for railway staff working in extreme conditions, and is able to withstand shocks and vibration, as well as various temperature (-25°C to +55°C) and humidity conditions. They even feature dedicated PTT (Push-To-Talk) buttons, which effectively made them walkie-talkies too.

The Huawei R662 is a GSM-R GPH (General Purpose Handheld) device, and is to be used as standard mobile from non-operational staff, while the Huawei R952 is a GSM-R OPH (Operational Purpose Handheld) device, and is fitted with higher capacity batteries suitable for use in low temperatures. The Huawei R952 is also has a IP65 rating. Both devices do not seem to be running any version of Android and most likely run some proprietary OS instead.

So, it looks like some false alarm. Huawei is not going backwards and start making feature phones. They are, afterall, not just a smartphone manufacturer, but is also the largest telecommunications equipment manufacturer in the world. This is probably some of the phones they made, that is not sold on the open market due to its very specific usage.


Is Huawei going introduce a new stylus for the new Mate 20 series?

Can you believe it? The Huawei Mate 20 series will be unveiled this week in London! There have been many leaks here and there, but the latest one is probably the most surprising because according to the leaked photo, it seems that one of the models is going to have a stylus.

At first glance from the source, it really looked like it was a leaked photo from an actual Huawei store but it's actually just a brochure showing all how the new Mate 20 models will be showcased after the reveal. A closer look at it shows a stylus standing next to the biggest phone which is probably the Mate 20X which was teased a few days ago, carrying a rumoured 7.21-inch display. Obviously, the stylus looks like an additional accessory and there's no way it can fit into the phone like the Samsung Galaxy Note 9.

Besides the rumoured 7.21-inch display, the Kirin 980 is probably on board on the Mate 20X and it appears to have a huge memory capacity, going up to 8GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. Combining with the teased cooling system and a "gigantic" battery, it does seem that Huawei is trying to challenge Samsung in the phablet category. The other two phones on the left should be the Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro.

Everything will be unveiled soon, so stay tuned for our official coverage in London at TechNave.com.


Is Huawei putting a front camera on the screen panel itself?

In the near future, we are probably going to see the end of notched smartphones. This includes Huawei and according to a media report from South Korea, they are claiming Huawei is designing a strange device and it is indeed quite weird, here's what we found out.

As you can see from the cover image, you can see that the current smartphone designs are the ones on the left and middle. The one on the right? Boy, that's an actual camera slapped on the screen panel itself and we told you it's weird. While the bezels around the screen panel are heavily minimized, the fact that the front camera appearing there surrounded by the display will probably trigger OCD users off. Of course, this report is just a speculation and we doubt Huawei would try something impractical.

Moreover, the report further states that the screen panel would be 6.39-inch long and could be revealed as a demo unit in the fourth quarter of 2018. This is actually tallying with Huawei's roadmap plan for this year with the code name "Mate PRO" or "Mate LITE", but maybe Huawei can prove us wrong otherwise with that odd design. Like maybe having a mechanical front camera that comes out of the display (lol).

So what do you think of this leaked schematics? Best to take it with a grain of salt and stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


ASUS VivoBook S14 & S15 Malaysia release: 10th Gen Intel CPU, NanoEdge display and Intel Optane Memory from RM3199

Last month, ASUS unveiled its new lineup of AMD Ryzen PCs that are coming to Malaysia. Many of these have gradually become available, such as the ROG Zephyrus G14 that launched yesterday and the TUF Gaming A15 we reviewed a while back. Now, ASUS has announced Intel variants of the latest VivoBook S14 and S15, which will be available starting today.

Let's start with the VivoBook S14 (S433) first. This is the variant that comes with an Intel Core i7-10510U CPU, Nvidia GeForce MX250 GPU, and 8GB of DDR4 RAM. It also has 32GB of Intel Optane Memory for great performance on the laptop and 512GB of fast NVMe SSD storage. As for the VivoBook S15 (S533), most of its specs are the same as the S14. While it has a larger 15-inch display, the CPU is a slightly weaker Intel Core i5-10210U CPU. The VivoBook S14 is available for RM3699, while the VivoBook S15 is priced at RM3199.

In terms of design, the two models are also identical. Both come with the same Dreamy Silver, Indie Black, Gaia Green, and Resolute Red colours. They'll also have a colour-coded Enter key that's slightly elevated, making it easy for you to press without hitting another key by mistake. The VivoBook S14 is a smaller 14-inch device that weighs just 1.4kg, but the VivoBook S15 is a 15-inch laptop that heavier at 1.8kg.

To celebrate the launch, ASUS is running a promotion on Lazada and Shopee just for today (30 June 2020), with RM100 off the VivoBook S15 with the voucher code "ASUSVS100". With that said, would you be interested in getting this laptop? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news on the latest gadgets.


Is Huawei's Hongmeng OS coming in fall 2019?

Richard Yu, CEO of Huawei Consumer Business group was recently reported to have mentioned that Huawei's homegrown Plan B operating system will be coming to phones, computers, TVs, cars and wearables by Fall 2019. He went on to say that it is based on Android or is similar to Android, so we assume that it still works with the latest Android apps. No exact Malaysia release dates on when, but if we consider Fall to begin in July then it still falls within the earlier 3-month temporary license period we reported on earlier.

According to the folks at Huawei Central, Huawei's Plan B operating system for its devices could be named or codenamed Hongmeng. Supposedly in development since 2012 and tested on Huawei devices, it's not the first time Huawei have opted out of Google's nominated OS (remember the Huawei watch GT with 2 weeks battery life that didn't use Android Wear or was that actually Hongmeng?).

They go on to mention that Huawei and Honor devices will not receive anymore Huawei EMUI updates after Google stops supporting them to be replaced with the Hongmeng OS. Doing a direct word translation of 鸿蒙 or Hongmeng could result in Profound Mist or Primal Chaos in English (like the beginning of the Universe, lol), but it reveals nothing about what the upcoming Plan B operating system may look like.

Our own assumptions of HongMeng assume that it will likely look a lot like EMUI 9.1, thus retaining the same look and feel as the current Android based operating system (probably an AOSP fork of some sort). However, as always with such rumours, do take it with a good pinch of salt.

What else would you want to see in Huawei's Hongmeng? We want Maps, GDrive and Google Docs suite alternatives. Let us know and stay tuned to TechNave.com


Is Huawei's next smartband and smartwatch on the way soon?

It was rumoured back in May that a new Huawei Mate Watch could launch this year. We've not heard much of it since then, but a new leak hints that Huawei's next smartwatch and smartband could be coming soon.

According to a Chinese blogger, a new smartband with the codename 'Fides' and smartwatch with codename 'Stia' is on the way. There are no concrete details on them yet, but the placeholder images show that they'll have the same shape and design as previous models. This suggests that they could be direct successors to the Huawei Band 4 series and Huawei Watch GT2 series.

On the topic of Huawei wearables, this upcoming smartwatch should come with the HongMeng OS. Supposedly, this OS would be faster than Android, though no proof was ever given. The watch is expected to launch along with the Huawei Mate 40 series in August 2020, so more details on it could be revealed in the coming weeks.

Since there are only codenames and placeholder images in this leak, it's probably best to take it with a grain of salt. Having said that, what kind of new features would you want from these new wearables? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Is Mario Royale the Battle Royale game we've been waiting for?

Battle Royale games have attracted quite a huge crowd in the last couple of years, and we don’t expect the hype to die down soon. In fact, almost all Triple-A title games come included with some form of Battle Royale mode, such as Call Of Duty: Black Ops 4 Blackout mode and Battlefield 5’s Firestorm.

That being said, the most unlikely game to receive the Battle Royale treatment is Super Mario Bros called Mario Royale. In this game, players race against 74 other Marios to be the first to reach Bowser’s castle or be the last Mario standing.

The highlight of this game is that it can be played for free at almost anywhere around the world, including Malaysia. Heck, you don't even need beefy tech specs on your computer to run the game either. In addition to that, the game also supports almost every single gamepad you connect.

How many wins can you rack up? Let us know on our Facebook page, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates like this.


Is Microsoft’s new Xbox Series S going to launch in August before Series X?

We know the Xbox Series X is probably releasing at the end of the year, but there’s a new rumour about Microsoft having an affordable gaming console called the Xbox Series S. This was spotted by Zak S in Twitter posting a tweet about purchasing an Xbox controller online which looks genuine.

This is the first time that we heard about an Xbox Series S and the company didn’t officially unveil it on the market. This goes the same to the white Xbox Series X controller. According to Zak S, the new controller was spotted on a resale website, and the documentation in the box did mention that it can support Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S,Xbox One, Windows 10, Android, and iOS.

Xbox series X controller found in the wild!! pic.twitter.com/TEns4z45CB

We believe the Xbox Series S could be Microsoft’s cheaper version of the Xbox, it could be the ‘Lockhart’ project that was leaked back in June and it could unveil this month. Back in June, there was a leak of a document about the company’s plan for the next generation console. It could be Microsoft’s Xbox Series X devkit (code name ‘Dante’), which allows the game developers to enable a special Lockhart mode that Microsoft wants to apply on.

According to the leaks, the Xbox Series S could feature 7.5GB of RAM, 4 teraflops of GPU performance, and could sport the same CPU with the Xbox Series X. You can also pay a visit here to learn more about Xbox Series X. What do you think about having an Xbox Series S? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Is Nokia going to unveil the "Wolverine" at IFA Berlin 2020?

IFA Berlin 2020 is just around the corner, and there are plenty of companies that will have a conference showcasing the latest technology and possibly a new gadget. There is a new rumour that Nokia might unveil the Nokia 2.4 as know as "Wolverine" along with the Nokia 3.4 and the other mid-range level phones.

According to the leaker - Evleaks, the Nokia 2.4 (model number TA-1270) could come with a fingerprint scanner at the back of the phone. Comparing with the previous model, the Nokia 2.3 only supports face unlock. The Nokia 2.4 size is bigger as well, which could come with a 6.5-inch display and measure 165.85 x 76.3mm.

Nokia 2.4 press image leaked by Evleaks https://t.co/WmQ2JU27fe

On the other hand, this phone could come with a MediaTek Helio P22 chipset, up to 2GB of RAM, and up to 16GB of internal storage. There’s also a rumour that said it could come with another configuration as well, which is 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. Guess the price might be slightly different between these two configurations.

As for the camera, it could come with a dual-rear camera setup with a 13MP (main camera) + 2MP (depth lens). For the selfie sensor, it could still remain the same 5MP selfie snapper that is at the teardrop notch at the front of the phone. Besides that, the battery life could also be upgraded from 4000mAh to 4800mAh battery capacity with 10W charging.

Well all of these are just rumours, so just take a pinch of salt as we will know after the IFA Berlin event. Nokia might not even unveil any gadgets at the event. Would you like to purchase the upcoming Nokia smartphone if it is launched in the Malaysian market? Let us know in the comments below, be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Is OnePlus Nord going to launch another colour variant?!

Based on past devices by OnePlus, there isn’t many colour choices. Last month, OnePlus Nord was launched with two colour variants which are Blue Marble and Gray Onyx. Now there is a new rumour by Roland Quandt that the company could launch another colour variant and different tech specs.

According to the leaks, the new colour variant could be the Gray Ash and it could supposedly launch at the beginning of October. Besides that, the phone also will come with a cheaper version with a 6GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage and it will be launching in India next month.

So what is the difference between Gray Onyx and Gray Ash? We think colour would be slightly different or the finish could totally change. The OnePlus Nord will be launching on 18 August in Malaysia, but would you wait for the Gray Ash variant? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Is POCO teasing the arrival of the POCO F2 series? Here's what we know so far

As big fans of the legendary Pocophone F1, we got pretty excited when the POCO F2 got announced but the company is still keeping their lips tied on the official name. Now rolling into May, it seems that POCO is getting ready to reveal the phone as they have started teasing it on their Twitter page.

We previously reported that the POCO F2 could be unveiled in May and the timing could not have been any perfect. The company started teasing since Labour Day with the hashtag #WakeUpPOCO and has been doing so every day until now. If you want to know what are the tech specs, they are very much kept in the dark but rumours have it that it could be a Redmi K30 Pro in disguise (which POCO denied).

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According to rumours, there could be 2 variants - a vanilla and a pro model which are promptly the POCO F2 and F2 Pro. The 2 variants are said to feature a 6GB + 128GB and an 8GB + 256GB memory capacity respectively, as well as costing 649 and 749 Euros (~RM3075 and ~RM3548) too. While there's nothing much on the POCO F2, the F2 Pro is rumoured to sport a Snapdragon 865 chipset, a 6.67-inch LCD screen panel with a pop-up 20MP front camera, a quad 64MP + 13MP + 5MP + 2MP rear camera, and a 4700mAh battery with 33W fast charging.

We expect the global launch is coming pretty soon so do stay tuned for that. Until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Is Qualcomm and Niantic's new smart glasses the AR gaming platform we've been waiting for?

Many attempts at making smart glasses were done over the years but none made any lasting impact. Now, the latest news in that space is that Niantic will be partnering with Qualcomm for a new one. Hey, maybe we'd get to play Pokemon Go and Harry Potter: Wizards Unite with this?

The smart glass is set to come with Qualcomm's new ARVR Snapdragon XR2 chip, which was revealed on the same day as the Snapdragon 865 and 765 chipsets. With the new chip as the core, Qualcomm has created a reference design smart glasses, which other companies like Niantic can make use of. The company's aim is to make AR headsets that are more accessible to consumers.

In terms of features and tech specs, there were quite a few interesting things to take note of. Besides the performance gains over the Snapdragon 835 chipset, the reference design will support 4K resolution at 120FPS, HDR support, has seven concurrent cameras and more. From what we've heard of so far, the new smart glass sounds like it will be a very impressive piece of technology.

As for Niantic's part in the venture, CTO Phil Keslin confirmed that Niantic "has entered into a multi-year collaboration with Qualcomm to create a new category of augmented reality glasses aimed at consumers." That doesn't tell us much, but we think it means Niantic will provide the software (Real World Platform), while Qualcomm provides the hardware (new reference design). Whether there will be any active co-development was not confirmed.

What are your thoughts on being able to play AR games without having to stare at your phone? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech news.


Is Qualcomm collaborating with Leica to develop the next generation Snapdragon chipset?

There was a recent report by WinFuture.de which seems to hint that Qualcomm could be collaborating with Leica to develop the next generation flagship Snapdragon chipset which comes equipped with a module with the codename Leica 1. While not much is known in regards to the official name of the chipset in question, our source did hint that it is currently developed under the model number SM8450 for now.

As of now, the developer samples are currently running on 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM as well as 256GB UFS memory. With all that said, do take most of the information stated with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Qualcomm and Leica have yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on which smartphone will come equipped with the chipset in question, as well as when it will be available in the local market. With all that said, what are your thoughts on Qualcomm and Leica working together to develop the next Snapdragon chipset? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Is Qualcomm going to launch a non 5G mid-range chipset in September?

Qualcomm have made plenty of processors and now there is a new rumour about another new mid-range chipset. The rumour is that the company could launch the Snapdragon 732G in September 2020.

According to the leaker Chun, the chipset features 2 Kyro Gold cores up to 2.3GHz and 6 Kyro 470 Silver cores up to 1.8GHz. As for the GPU, it could sport an Adreno 618 and the size of the chipset is 8nm. Besides that, the chipset could support 4G only instead of 5G, guess that can help the company to save cost (LOL).

Snapdragon 732G2 Kryo 470 Gold cores 2.3Ghz instead 2.2 and 6 Kryo 470 Sliver cores 1.8GHz8nmAdreno 618Better AI comparability4G onlyRelease very soon and a phone with Snapdragon 732G will on sale in Vietnam in September, priced under $300

On the other hand, the leak also said that a new phone with the new chipset could be launched in Vietnam. The phone could cost under $300, which is roughly around ~RM1255. From the chipset’s name, it could be an upgraded version of the Snapdragon 730G as they have the same SoC architecture as well. Of course, we expect the Snapdragon 732G chipset to come with AI features.

Since this is just a rumour, we should just take it with a pinch of salt and wait for the official announcement. But which phone do you think would feature the Snapdragon 732G chipset? Let us know in the comment below, be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.