Rumours: Apple's wireless charging technology coming to fruition

So here we go again, we just go some news report from Fast Company, about Apple's supplier Dialog Semiconductor recent investment deal with a company called Energous, which deals with developing wireless charging technology. Yup, another rumour news of Apple's wireless technology.

“We’re actually transferring all of our silicon operations to Dialog,” says Energous CEO Steve Rizzone. “All the Energous technology will be sold under the Dialog branding and all sales orders will be going through Dialog. It’ll take us about 90 days to do all that,” Rizzone said.

While this seems like a normal business thing going on, but it's quite a big deal. First, there were already reports of Energous and Apple working together since February this year, it's also noted that Energous has been working with a "tier 1" smartphone manufacturer. So with all the Energous technology going under Dialog (note, one of Apple's suppliers), it's quite possible to see a futuristic wireless charging technology to be featured on the 10th Anniversary iPhone next year.

Speaking of wireless charging, Energous has also come up a way for devices to be charged wirelessly from 15 feet away, which is very impressive. How they accomplish this was positioning a base station, and a tiny chip inside the device that can connect with the base station, then be charged through the air.

Furthermore, KGI analyst Ming-Chi Kuo also believes "one of the reasons why new iPhones will switch from metal casing to glass casing is to support wireless charging,”

“In order to ensure a superior performance, we believe it is most appropriate for EMS suppliers to develop and make the wireless charger because then a comprehensive test can be conducted. As Hon Hai needs to deploy most resources to develop and produce OLED iPhone, we expect Pegatron will be the exclusive supplier of the wireless charger.” he said.

iPhone 8 is still several months away, but this can be a game changer and breakthrough for wireless charging should Apple succeed. Stay tuned for more Apple news at Technave.com.


Rumours: Apple's wireless charging technology is not built-in and no more Lightning to Headphone Jack cable?

It’s Monday again and we are having more Apple rumours (yay…), according to some “reliable source” online from Apple’s supply chain, we gotten some interesting news about the upcoming 10th Anniversary iPhone, which kind of contradicts reports from KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo and Nikkeireport.

So first off, Apple’s supply chain, Catcher Technology is claiming that only one iPhone model will be adopting the glass casing + wireless charging, as opposed to both Kuo and Nikkei’s report on all iPhones going in that direction.

Also based on Luxshare, who’s rumoured to be the sole supplier of Apple’s new wireless charging, reported that the wireless charging accessory is also a separated accessory instead of a built-in one. This also means that Apple could be adopting a charging dock instead of a true wireless charging experience.

Meanwhile, there are some reports that Apple won’t be putting in the Lightning to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter in the box for this year’s anniversary, while the Lightning to USB-C cable will remain as a optional purchase. This was reported by Mac Otakara, which was the first source to claim that the headphone jack port on the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus would be removed, so as the new Jet Black design. However, their claim of the Jet White colour has not come to fruition.

These are the rumours so far, do take them with a inch of salt and stay tuned for more Apple news at Technave.com.


Alibaba Cloud launches EasyDispatch AI logistics solution, signs MoU with Global Track & EasyParcel

[L-R] Clarence Leong, Founder & CEO of EasyParcel, Kun Huang, General Manager of Malaysia, Alibaba Cloud Intelligence, and Joseph Lee Kha Sheng, Co-founder and CEO of Global Track exchanged MoU documents at One World Hotel, Petaling Jaya today

Today, Alibaba Group announced that its AI-driven logistics solution, EasyDispatch is now available in Malaysia. On top of that, Alibaba Cloud has also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Global Track and EasyParcel to drive the local logistics industry.

EasyDispatch is a system designed to improve supply chain management while reducing real-time logistics costs. As a service dispatch solution, it incorporates Al-powered, centralized features and Vehicle Route Planning (VRP) to achieve optimal results. Its machine-learning technology can improve field service dispatch capabilities and efficiency by providing high-accuracy address processing capability and real-time dispatch service.

During the launch ceremony, it was revealed that Global Track will be the first to use Alibaba Cloud’s smart logistics solution while EasyParcel is incorporating Alibaba Cloud's advanced cloud-native technologies such as big data analytics, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing. The two parties also aim to work together to offer a comprehensive range of logistics services for Malaysian businesses including real-time tracking, intelligent routing, and personalised recommendations based on data analysis.

To learn more about Alibaba Cloud’s Smart Logistics solutions, you can visit Alibaba Cloud's official website right over here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Rumours: Apple secretly developing a true wireless charging technology for the iPhone 8?

Welcome aboard to another rumour mill of the another Apple iPhone 8 speculation, today we picked up something that could potentially end up on the 10th Anniversary device, it's not the glossy body glass, nor the bezel-less design, but wireless charging.

As of right now, wireless charging requires the user to place the smartphone on a charging station, but Apple has other ideas, as they are planning to make a true wireless experience through charging, but how? Well, according to sources online, they are looking to integrate a transmitter that can connect to a module for the smartphone; once the user turns on the transmitter from the wall socket, the module will then charge the iPhone 8 within 15-feet distance.

To back up that rumour, there has been some suspicion that Apple is secretly working with Energous company on this wireless charging technology. In fact, Energous did mention that they are currently working with a "tier 1" smartphone manufacturer in the world. But then again, from the last time we heard of that statistic prior to the release of the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus, Samsung was the no.1 smartphone manufacturer.

While we should take this with a grain of salt, there's no denying that the idea of the wireless module-transmitter charging technology sounds cool. Until then, stay tuned for more news at Technave.com.


Rumours: Apple secretly researching a foldable diplay for the iPhone 8?

Just a few hours ago in the USA, AppleInsider.com spotted an Apple patent published in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and it was revealed that the company has been experimenting flexibility of an OLED display. Does this mean we will see a dual curved display on the next iPhone? Or even perhaps a foldable one?

Titled "Flexible display devices", the patent describes the OLED display being able to be folded in half, think of it like the 90's flip cellphone but in full OLED display instead, which could prove to be a technological breakthrough if they succeed. To make it possible, what Apple plan is utilizing some flexible OLED parts and a hinged metal, which is made of nickel and a titanium alloy called nitinol that has elastic properties.

Besides that, the single or multi-shaft hinge will connect two sections of the phone, allowing the top and bottom to rotate relatively to each other with a flexible printed circuit board.

Speaking of the two sections, Apple is envisioning the top to feature cameras, display controllers, speaker modules and light sensors; while the bottom carries the CPU and graphics processor, microphone, possibly the haptic technology and other smartphone hardware.

Furthermore, the patent shows that this is applying on the Apple iPhone, but it's also possible that the technology can find its way to other products such as the iPad series which would be awesome.

Stay tuned for more news at Technave.com.


Rumours: Apple to adapt new fast charging technology for iPhone 8?

As MWC 2017 ends, it cannot be said the same for the Apple iPhone 8 rumours. So here are some more rumours about the 10th Anniversary iPhone that is coming this September 2017.

As previously speculated, KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said that there will be three iPhones coming instead of the standard two; with the one extra being a little bit special because it will come in OLED display. He also mentioned that the new iPhone series will retain the Lightning connectors, but adding a new USB-C port for quick charging purpose. Here's what he has to say about it:

"New 2H17 models may all support fast charging. We believe all three new iPhones launching in 2H17 will support fast charging by the adoption of Type-C Power Delivery technology (while still retaining the Lightning port). A key technical challenge lies with ensuring product safety and stable data transmission during a fast charge. In order to achieve that goal, we think Apple will adopt TI's power management and Cypress's Power Delivery chip solutions for the new iPhone models. We note the OLED version may have a faster charging speed thanks to a 2-cell L shaped battery pack design.

Just so you know, the iPad Pro already has the technology, so it was only a matter of time that the iPhone series will adapt it. But do take this with a grain of salt, as many rumours about this year's iPhone are contradicting to each other in some ways.

Stay tuned for more Apple news at Technave.com.


Rumours: Apple to hold event for new iPad Pro line-up and new iPhone SE colours

News alert, according to Japanese website Mac Otakara, Apple will have an event showcasing a new iPad Pro line-up and a set of colours for the iPhone SE.

It’s been awhile since we have heard of the iPad Pro, but from the latest leaked source, there’s going to be four new variants based on size display - 7.9-inch, 9.7-inch, 10.5-inch, and a 12.9-inch. That seems a lot for a single tablet, however the 7.9-inch model is said to be a refreshed iPad mini 4, while the existing 9.7-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro will come with updated features. With that being said, the 10.5-inch mode, is the only new one with an edge-to-edge display homeless button.

The 10.5-inch iPad Pro is said to feature similar tech-specs with the current 9.7-inch tablet but slimmer, meanwhile, the 12.9-inch model will get a 12MP rear camera and True Tone display, so as the 7.9-inch variant along with a Smart Connector and True Tone flash.

As for the iPhone SE, not only will it come with new colours of Red, but a new 128GB storage capacity option too. Previously, Mac Otakara also speculated that the 10th Anniversary iPhone will also get Red. But do take the news with a grain of salt, as they are not 100% accurate most of the time.   Stay tuned for more Apple news at Technave.com.


Rumours: Apple to implement "3D Touch" like feature on the iPhone 7's home button?

While the rumours of Apple iPhone 7 are continuously piling up, one feature that not many sources have been talking is the home button. We did cover this topic two times before, surrounding rumours that it may be waterproof or touch-sensitive instead of a physical button. Now the latest news regarding the home button is that it might adopt a "3D Touch" home button, but how does that function?

Well for starters, for those familiar with the 3D Touch or the Press Touch by Huawei (such as the P9 Plus and Mate S), such feature on the home button can lessen the depress of our finger or thumb when placed on it. It is likely the feature would respond similarly to the Force Touch trackpad on most Apple MacBooks, so with this haptic function, the user will feel like pressing on the home button even though in reality, the button is not pressed. To add on to that, by removing the physical home button, it's not possible for water to enter into the device around the home button.

There's a "high possibility" that the rumour is fairly accurate according to Mac Otakara's report as they got the source from Strommedia, there's also the same speculation from DigiTime and analysts at Cowen and Company. If this rumour continues to be consistent, then we could actually see something innovative from Apple in one step closer to remove the physical home button for 2017 iPhone that marks the 10th anniversary.

Stay tuned for more news at Technave.com!


Rumours: Apple to introduce wireless AirPods for the iPhone 7

The absence of the 3.5mm headphone jack on the Apple iPhone 7 has surely got everyone scratching their heads over the past few months, even though it's only a rumour. Whether you're buying it or not, it should prove intriguing as to see how it will turn out.

Reports have it that the company is already working on an exciting fix for that, to solve the lack of the headphone jack, Apple made a pair of wireless AirPods which will offer a new type of wireless connectivity, but it's not exactly Bluetooth. Here's what KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has to say about the AirPods:

“Apple will likely have its own-designed Bluetooth-like communication chip and launch own-brand Bluetooth headphones targeting the high-end market, with Beats positioned in the midrange market.” Kuo said.

On top of that, he also mentioned Apple will implement a non-standard Bluetooth option given Apple’s “higher requirements for power-saving, communication specs and potential rapid growth.” TSMC, Apple's supplier, will make the wireless communications chip for Apple, while Cheng Uei Precision and Inventec will handle the assembly, according to Kuo.

It's not known how much they will cost, but it's interesting to note that the AirPods are aimed at the high-end market, rather than being an EarPods equivalent. Well, the mystery will be unveiled soon tonight so stay tuned for the news at Technave.com!


Rumours: Apple to launch 128GB iPhone 5S?

Apart from the whole slew of hardware upgrades for the upcoming Apple iPhone 5S, Apple may also be one of the few smartphone makers to offer a smartphone with 128GB worth of storage memory. This prediction comes from KGI analyst Ming-Chi Kuo who has made several fairly accurate predictions about upcoming smartphones in the past. According to him, the 128GB Apple iPhone 5S would cost $499 (RM1634) on contract. Other predictions for the Apple iPhone 5S include tech specs such as a new A7 Chip with 1GB of LPDDR3 RAM. The new A7 chip will use ARMv8 architecture providing 20% more energy efficiency than the previous A6 chip. Other features confirmed by the analyst include an upgraded F/2.0 aperture camera with dual-LED flash along with a gold colour casing option as well.[Source]


Rumours: Apple to pack their first 3GB RAM smartphone for the iPhone 7 Plus?

The rumour train of the upcoming Apple iPhone 7 series is still on-going and lately we've been seeing more and more "real" model leaks online, however, little has been said about the tech-specs for awhile but we just got some news about it, particularly the iPhone 7 Plus (or iPhone 7 Pro).

According to KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, he has mentioned a few times about the iPhone 7 Plus back in the past, claiming that it should sport 5.5-inch display and 3GB of RAM. This tally well with DigiTimes's report, as well as Deutsche Bank's. 3GB RAM may not seem like a big deal in smartphone nowadays, particular in most high-end ones that we've seen so far this year, but we have to keep in mind that Apple uses iOS which operates differently from Android. Another thought that comes to mind, is that the 3GB RAM should assist the camera performance since rumours have it that the iPhone 7 Plus will have dual camera lens.

Just one and a half months to go for the big announcement from Apple, stay tuned for more news at Technave.com!


Rumours: Apple to receive wireless charging components from Lite-On Semiconductor

According to a new report today by Commercial Times from Taiwan, Lite-On Semiconductor was chosen by Apple to provide them an integrated chip that is to be the next big thing of fast wireless charging.

As you may already know, many speculation news are saying that Apple is secretly working on a long-range wireless charging technology that doesn’t need to be at a charging dock. One way of doing so, as “proposed” by Energous is to use OTA (over-the-air) charging technology by putting on a tiny add-on rectifier on the device, and a wireless charger plugged at the wall.

To add on to that, Commercial Times further said the rectifier will reduce overheating from the thermal and maintaining the wireless power transmission at the same time.

It’s also interesting to note that Lite-On Semiconductor’s share price on the Taiwan Stock Exchange has rallied to 10% limit daily, as they have “obtained half of the orders for GPP bridge rectifiers that will be used in the wireless charger for the upcoming iPhones” as quoted by Commercial Times.

Do you think Apple’s wireless charging is going to change the game? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more news at Technave.com.


Rumours: Apple to release both new Apple Watch and "iPhone 6c" in March 2016?

Tim Cook, Chief Executive Officer of Apple Inc.

So according to 9to5mac.com, Apple is planning to reveal both the new Apple Watch and a 4-inch “Apple iPhone 6c” on March next year. This is not the first time that Apple has done an event on March, as they unveiled the 12-inch Macbook, a ResearchKit iPhone framework and the first generation Apple Watch in last year’s March. Apple also introduced the world with their first Apple iPad with Retina display in March 2012.

Speculations around the second generation Apple Watch could include a new camera, wireless connection, sleep tracking and a health sensor which Apple have been working on for a long time since the first Apple Watch. In relation to that, the last time that Apple updated the Apple Watch was in September 2015 with new colours, bands, and software features.

On the other hand, we’ve covered some iPhone 6c rumours. To recap, the device could be powered by an A9 chip with 3GB RAM and modeled after the iPhone 5. It could also be a full metal device as well that has a fingerprint sensor but lacking a 3D Touch feature, according to a Chinese website, Techweb.

Are you looking forward to the second generation Apple Watch and a potential “iPhone 6c”? Stay tuned and we will keep you posted.


Alien & XCOM franchise sale is happening now and you can get one priced from RM3.75

In this on-going social distancing period, gamers everywhere are enjoying the MCO a lot because game publishers keep giving away free games or game titles on a super discount. If you're an Alien or XCOM fan, you'd be happy to know these two game franchises are on promotional sale and you will be able to own one from just RM3.75. No kidding.

Starting with the Alien franchise, the one that is on RM3.75 promo is Alien: Isolation which is SUPER CHEAP. Initially priced at RM75, that's a 95% discount and if you're interested to get the Alien: Isolation Collection which includes extra missions and DLCs, you can get it for RM26.25. Moreover, if you prefer a more action-packed game, you can also purchase Aliens: Colonial Marines Collection and Aliens vs Predator Collection at RM13.80 and RM10.40 respectively.

On the other hand, if you've always wanted to try the XCOM series, now it's a pretty good time. The most recent XCOM game is XCOM: Chimera Squad on a 50% discount for RM29.50, or you can go for XCOM: Enemy Unknown or Enemy Within for RM14 each. XCOM 2: War of the Chosen expansion is currently free to play until 30 April 2020 with a 75% discount off.

Which game franchise are you more of a fan of? Let us know which game you're buying on our Facebook page and stay tuned for more Steam gaming news at TechNave.com.


Rumours: Apple to return back to glass cover for the iPhone?

We're still a long way from Apple iPhone 7 in a few months, and rumours about the new smartphone are slowly coming back online. Our favourite and reliable Apple speculator, KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo have released a new report about Apple might switch back to non-aluminum casing, which could mean glass could make a return to the Apple iPhone line-up.

Mr. Kuo's reasoning is that he believes Apple is considering going back to the glass casing like the iPhone 4s so that their product can be differentiated from other competitors that are continuously using aluminium casing. This is what he has to say:

"If iPhone 7 still uses an aluminum casing in 2016, it will be the fifth year in a row that iPhone has done so, which means there is no longer a feeling of freshness to appeal to consumers. Also, a lot of Apple’s (US) competitors are also adopting aluminum casings, which means iPhone no longer has a clear edge due to a lack of differentiation. On expectations that iPhone shipments will decline in 2016, we believe Apple will be more strongly motivated to use non-aluminum casings in 2017 in a bid to enhance the competitiveness of iPhone by offering an all-new form-factor design."

Although some investors are concerned about the glass casing would be too heavy and vulnerable, Mr. Kuo still believes that Apple won't have a problem returning, as they can reduce the weight by switching to lighter AMOLED screens next year.

"Apple already uses glass casing for iPhone 4/ 4S, and non-Apple brands have also been using glass casings. We, therefore think a drop test will not be problematic for glass casing. A glass casing may be slightly heavier than an aluminum one of the same thickness, but the difference is so small that the use of the thinner and lighter AMOLED panel will compensate for that." he added.

There have been some rumours going around already about Apple adopting an OLED-base iPhone for 2017, with possible suppliers eventually including Samsung, LG Display, AU Optronics, Japan Display, Foxconn-owned Sharp, and others. But what do you think? Should the glass casing iPhone make a return in the future? Stay tuned for more news at Technave.com


Rumours: Apple to unveil a 4-inch iPhone in Q2 2015?

Although Apple's latest releases, the Apple iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus have been popular right from the start, their older plastic sibling, the iPhone 5C hasn't seen the same popularity and may be discontinued. Be that as it may, a new report says that Apple is planning to release a smaller 4-inch display iPhone by Q2 2015. The compact form factor has always been Apple's motto, until it succumbed to consumer demand and released the new iPhone 6 models. Even the smallest device of the two, the iPhone 6, measures 4.7 inches in size, which is much bigger than any of the iPhones released to date. Given that the earlier iPhones too were quite popular among buyers, there must be a number of users who were disappointed to see a larger Apple device. According to the supply chain sources of the company, a smaller 4 inch iPhone is in the works aimed at the compact phone lovers and women who would want a phone which can be operated with just hand. Moreover, this phone can be the ideal candidate to replace the fading iPhone 5C. Unfortunately, there are no tech specs, Malaysia release dates or pricing details about this 4-inch iPhone, but make sure you check back to the website for additional information in the coming weeks.


Rumours : Apple to use e-ink in their Macbook by 2018?

While the Apple event is set to be held in a few days time, rumours for their future lineup are already popping up around the net. This rumour is interesting however as it involves the keyboard of the Apple Macbook Pro. It is said that Apple may use e-ink technology to give their Macbook 2018 line a difference.

The advantage of having an e-ink based keyboard is that the layout and button graphics can be customised according to the usage and application running on screen. This gives the users a legs up as they do not need to remember the shortcut keys – just glance at the keyboard and they will know which key to press.

Will we see this keyboard come to fruition? We will just have to wait and see next year. So stay tuned to TechNave as we bring more news and information on upcoming Apple products.


Rumours: Apple will release two iPhone 8 variants instead

We have been hearing a lot of Apple rumours for these past few weeks already, mostly talking about the design and tech-specs. However, this particular information from Micgadget.com, a Chinese tech blog has talked about Apple will only release two iPhone models which are the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus.

Claiming that the information was cited from “some [of] our friends from Foxconn”, this is what they have to say”

Rumors say that Apple will release two iPhone 7S and one iPhone 8 (or iPhone Edition) models. Today we can tell you, that it's not true. This fall we can see only two models with new technology. Very interesting that rumors leaked new iPhone 8 and big iPhone 8 Plus will have similar dual cameras.

So viable is this information? About 50-50, Micgadget.com has a mixed track record of claiming Apple rumours so we should take this with a grain of salt. In fact, it’s the first time that we heard about the iPhone 8 Plus and apparently they have been saying the device exist since February.

On the other hand, there is another perspective to this. After all, why continue making the “S” models instead of just focusing on the 10th Anniversary iPhone this year? But then again, there is also the supply shortages for the OLED phone according to sources. So perhaps in September, the iPhone 8 would likely just be a showcase event and will be ready to be launched after one or two months.

So what do you think? Skip the “S” models or do you prefer to have them continued with the additional iPhone 8? Stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


Rumours: Apple working on 4.7-inch and 5-inch iPhones with curved screens

The rumour mill for Apple's next iPhone model or models has kicked up another interesting tidbit. While there are already rumours that a 5-inch Apple iPhone 6 could be on it's way, a published report was noted as saying that there will be 2 such versions, one with a 4.7-inch screen and the other with a 5-inch screen. What makes this even more interesting is that the screens will be curved downward at the edges. Other tech specs and features include sensors which would detect the amount of pressure for each touch so it could differentiate between a heavy or light touch. The report goes on further to state that the 2 new larger display curved screen Apple iPhones could be released in Q3 of 2014 which matches with this year's iPhone launch. As normal of such rumours, do take this with a pinch of salt, especially if you've been secretly hoping for a larger iPhone.


Rumours: Apple working on a facial recognition system and two-step Touch ID for iPhone 8?

Continuing on the Apple 10th Anniversary iPhone rumour mill, the latest research report by popular KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo is back again, with some juicy speculations that the upcoming iPhone 8 (or 7s, 7s Plus) could be featuring a new biometric identification technology and a “flexible” OLED display with 3D Touch capability.

According to him, he said that to provide a better 3D Touch user experience, Apple has to switch to a film sensor from the current FPCB sensor for better sensitivity. He further down said that the “new OLED iPhone will come with a flexible OLED panel. To avoid deforming the form factor of the flexible OLED panel from touch operation pressure, a metal structural part will be placed under the film sensor to provide more robust structural support.

With this, this is also another reason to believe that a new Touch ID technology is being developed by Apple, as an “under panel” placement is required for this to happen since the existing “under glass” design won’t work for the new full-screen (zero bezel) design. Speaking of a new Touch ID, Kuo also believes that a new facial recognition system could be replacing the fingerprint sensor, or even have both if they want to. This is what he said in the report:

Judging by the bio-recognition patents that Apple has applied for, we believe it is leaning toward facial recognition technology rather than iris recognition. However, we note that the technical challenges of facial recognition include: (1) algorithms; (2) hardware design; and (3) the build-out of a database for verification and authentication, which could be time consuming. As such, before Apple can fully replace the fingerprint system with facial recognition, a combination of the two steps of bio-recognition could be a valid solution for enhancing transactions security.

This is probably the first rumour that Apple is working on a new biometric identification system, in fact following the footsteps of Samsung’s Note 7 device. Will Apple make it better? Stay tuned for more Apple news at Technave.com.


Rumours: Asus VivoTab Note 8 leaked, comes with stylus and Windows 8.1

The 8-inch tablet market continues to grow, this time with an entry from Asus, leaked as the Asus VivoTab Note 8 M80TA. Leaked from a catalogue and priced at a very attractive $299.00 (RM980) the tablet comes with a pen stylus along with Windows 8.1. Other tech specs and features include a 1.33GHz Intel Atom Bay Trail processor and chipset, 2GB RAM, 32GB / 64GB flash storage, 8-inch IPS display with 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, 5MP rear camera, 1.2MP front camera and 3950 mAh battery. Many of the features seem to be recycled from the Asus MeMo Pad HD 7 and there is no guarantee that by the time it reaches Malaysia the price won't increase past RM1000 somehow. So far, there doesn't seem to be any information regarding any affordable keyboard dock combo which would make it a much better contender for the other 8-inch Windows 8.1 tablets out there, but we're still waiting hopefully for something like to happen. No specific Malaysia release dates were available but it is rumoured to arrive during the holiday season, probably after Christmas. Do remember though that this is still very much a rumour, so take it with a pinch of salt.


Rumours: Asus planning new PadFone, FonePad and more

In recently leaked slides from an Asus presentation it has been revealed that the company may be releasing a number of new devices. These include the Asus PadFone Mini which aims at Asus existing smartphone in a tablet convertible. The name suggests that it will be going for a smaller size, perhaps allowing you to own a compact smartphone and an oversized tablet in one go. Other devices of note include the Asus MeMo Pad HD 8 which looks to bridge the gap between the current 7-inch and 10-inch Asus tablets with an 8-inch tablet. The other interesting device will be the Asus MeMoFone HD 5 which looks to be a standalone 5-inch smartphone. Tech specs for this device include a 720 x 1280 resolution 5-inch display.


Rumours: Benchmark just about confirms the specs of the Nexus Marlin

The specs of the Nexus Sailfish was revealed sometime next week, and now we have somewhat of a confirmation on the specs of the Nexus Marlin will have onboard the device. The quick list – Snapdragon 820, 5.5-inch screen, and 4GB RAM.

A benchmark from AnTuTu was spotted online, and confirms somewhat the specs of the upcoming Nexus Marlin. We can expect to see:

The biggest difference between Sailfish and Marlin so far seems to be the screen size and resolution. Which one would you choose – a 1080p Sailfish or a QHD Marlin? Stay tuned to TechNave as we bring more information soon.


Rumours: Bezelless 10.9-inch Apple iPads in the works

If you are a fan of Apple’s take on a tablet, be ready. The company from Cupertino is said to have a new iPad in the works – one that is without-bezel and will be sized around the 10.9-inch size.

Specs wise, we may see a rehash of the list from the iPad Air 2 category, as per the report the new tablet may have a Pro moniker, but will be targeted towards the mass consumption market. Adding to that news is that the tablet will have a 10.9-inch display – in a 9.7-inch body, the same size as an iPad Air 2.

At the same time we may see a new iPad Mini being launched at the same time as this bezelless iPad, so we should see a couple (at least) of new iPads coming from the company in the near future. Stay tuned to TechNave for more iPad news.


Alienware Aurora R11 with RTX 30 Series GPUs and three new monitors coming to Malaysia

To deliver a better gaming experience to the customers, Alienware has launched a series of gaming products that will take your game to another level. Besides three new monitors, there's the Aurora R11 that comes equipped with the latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series GPUs. Let's find out which product will snatch your heart the most!

The all-new Aurora R11 will be available with custom-engineered GeForce RTX 30 Series GPUs and up to 10th Gen Intel® Core™ i9 10900KF processors. Knowing gamers prioritise graphics performance, the engineering teams designed a custom graphics card built with cooling, airflow, and efficiency in mind.

To achieve the mentioned qualities, the new thermal design includes quad 10mm copper heat pipes that are integrated with vapour chambers. It also has a dual axial fan design with positive rear pressure relief. These custom graphics cards are also short (measuring 267mm in length), cover 2.5x PCI slots (vs. 3), and offer 8-pin PCI-Express power connectors to maximise space.

Coming to the new monitors, we'll go from smaller to the bigger ones. The Alienware 25 Gaming Monitor (AW2521H) is measured 24.5-inch and features a refresh rate of 360Hz, 1ms gray-to-gray response time, FHD resolution, and NVIDIA Reflex Latency Analyzer. The analyzer is a system latency measurement tool that detects clicks coming from the mouse and then measures the time it takes for the resulting pixels to change on the screen. The monitor will also be compatible with Alienware gaming mice including AW610M, AW510M, and AW310M.

Furthermore, another new Alienware 27 Gaming Monitor (AW2721D) offers a 240Hz refresh rate, QHD resolution, 1ms gray-to-gray response time, NVIDIA G-SYNC ULTIMATE certification, and VESA DisplayHDR™ 600. The fast IPS Nano Colour screen ensures a rich and consistent colour experience at any angle.

There is also the Alienware 38 Gaming Monitor (AW3821DW) that is designed to fully immerse players in the game, featuring a 37.5-inch panel, fast IPS Nano Colour curved screen, and WQHD+ resolution. It also comes with NVIDIA G-SYNC ULTIMATE certification and VESA DisplayHDR™ 600 that let users defeat enemies with strikingly realistic images.

The prices of the products are yet to be confirmed. However, we've gotten the news saying that the Aurora R11 will be announced in mid-October and the monitors will be announced at the end of November in Malaysia. Let us know what you think of these new Alienware products on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest gaming product news.


Rumours: Bigger 5+ inch HTC One Coming Soon

In what looks like an "if you can't beat them, join them" move, a bigger screen HTC One looks to be coming soon. With a cheaper and smaller screen version of the HTC One already in the works, we can't help but wonder if HTC One is following Samsung's current decision to make various versions of it's flagship smartphone (Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini, Active, Zoom, Mega). The only difference being that the HTC One versions will likely come packing ultrapixel rear cameras. The mini version of the HTC One will likely be called the HTC M4 and run a lower end, dual-core chipset with a smaller 4.3-inch 720p display. It also packs an UltraPixel camera and is set to be priced more competitively for the mid-range and entry-level markets. Tech specs and even model names are not available for this rumoured larger HTC One version just yet but the screen size is estimated to be from 5 to 6 inches. Since it is probably aimed at the performance phablet market, specs will probably not differ that much from the existing HTC One except for a much larger battery. No news on how much it will be priced but it is estimated to arrive in Q3 of 2013. If it does become a reality, users can finally get a metal body phablet, provided of course that HTC can manage supply problems that have been plaguing the HTC One of late.


Rumours: Bigger battery capacity for Apple Watch 2?

Popular Chinese website Weibo is known for leaking numerous device leaks, so what have they leaked now? Well, it's the Apple Watch 2 this time, with a leaked picture of a battery chip suggesting a longer battery life for the wearable in the future.

Although this should be taken with a grain of salt, KGI Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has made a similar claim in the past of the Apple Watch 2 having higher battery capacity. Currently, a single charge can make the Apple Watch live up to 18 hours of usage and up to 72 hours in Power Reserve mode. Some tech-specs of the Apple Watch 2 is also leaked, it features a 38mm / 42mm model, a 246 mAh battery, a faster TSMC-built processor, GPS, barometer, and superior waterproofing, but lacking cellular.

The Apple Watch 2 is expected to be launched with the iPhone 7 series this year or so, stay tuned for more news at Technave.com


Rumours: Bigger battery, water resistance and microSD slot for the Samsung Galaxy S7?

With CES 2016 getting the hype, so is Samsung Galaxy S7. It’s reported that Samsung will launch the device at the Mobile World Congress in late February, and we have been reading a lot of rumours of what it might feature. Today, the Galaxy S7 was reported to feature bigger batteries, water resistance, and the return of the microSD slot.

According to VentureBeat, the Galaxy S7 will feature a 3000 mAh battery while the Galaxy S7 Edge will get a 3600 mAh battery. Samsung is also planning to bring back the microSD slot, and the water resistance which the Galaxy S5 had. Speaking of resistance, both the S7 and S7 Edge will be graded IP67 for dust and water resistance.

Finally, it’s also reported that the camera will be 12MP for better low light photography, powered by Exynos 8 octa 8890 processor and 4GB RAM, and will carrying 32GB/64GB of internal storage. We will continue to keep an eye on the S7 series, so in the mean time prepare yourself for anticipated CES 2016 news!


Rumours: Black Apple iPhone 5C appears

We've seen any number of colourful plastic backcasings for the upcoming low-cost Apple iPhone 5C and we've also seen it in white. However, we've never seen it black, until now. Recently leaked images show the glossy black Apple iPhone 5C and it looks way better than any of the other colours. No idea why it took so long for it to surface but it should offer an interesting option when or if the Apple iPhone 5C gets released. Again, no news on availability in Malaysia although many are guessing it will probably be after the 10 September announcement. Pricing is rumoured to be not so low-cost as initially expected (around $400 ~ $500 or RM1317 ~ RM1646) but it is still better than the upcoming Apple iPhone 5S which is rumoured to cost $650 (RM2139). For now, check out the pics.


Rumours: BlackBerry A10 Aristo appears

BlackBerry's rumoured most powerful smartphone, the BlackBerry A10 recently made an appearance on a BlackBerry roadmap and is rumoured to be the most powerful BlackBerry ever. Codenamed the Aristo, an image of the smartphone has appeared along with possible tech specs like:


Rumours: BlackBerry A10 could actually be Z30?

For quite some time now we've been watching renders of "the most powerful BlackBerry device ever" and seen the numerous spec leaks of what we've all come to know as the BlackBerry Aristo A10. However, new rumours are about that it may not actually be called that in the end as so far BlackBerry only have two product lines under the names of 'Q' for the devices with physical QWERTY keyboards and 'Z' for those with touch screens. Rather than be called the A10, which designates it as a completely different product some industry watchers are expecting it to be called the BlackBerry Z30. For some, this makes more sense as the Aristo is a larger touch screen device in the same line as the BlackBerry Z10. However, this still doesn't explain why it would be Z30 and not Z20 as there is still no Z20 device just yet. A video render showing off the Aristo that may be named as the Z30 recently appeared bearing the same BlackBerry 10 gesture navigation as in other BlackBerry devices:


Rumours: BlackBerry C-Series coming soon?

Not all news is bad for BlackBerry as some new smartphone models were recently sighted bearing the BlackBerry name. These are supposedly the C-series or Cafe series BlackBerry smartphones codenamed Americano. According to rumours, the BlackBerry C-series will feature a QWERTY version and a touchscreen version. Both will have tech specs which include a Snapdragon 400 CPU while the touchscreen version could have a 4.2-inch screen with 720 x 1280 resolution. Both would probably support 4G LTE connectivity with some sources indicating that this could eventually be called the BlackBerry Z5. Unfortunately, no pricing or exact Malaysia release dates but the from the looks of things the devices could be headed for the entry to mid-range market, and be priced accordingly.


Rumours: BlackBerry Jakarta images leaked

The BlackBerry Jakarta is rumoured to be the next touchscreen smartphone from BlackBerry after the BlackBerry Z30 and Z10. So far, the Jakarta is just the codename with it possibly being called the BlackBerry Z3 when it gets announced. So far, the design looks very similar to that of the LG Vu but tech specs include a 1.2GHz dual-core processor, 1.5GB RAM, 8GB of storage, a 5MP rear camer, 1.1MP front camera, 2650 mAh battery and a 5-inch display with 960 x 540 pixel resolution. As usual, the tech specs aren't very impressive, prompting many to consider that the Jakarta or Z3 could be an entry-level device around RM500. This seems unlikely though as BlackBerry devices have not dipped past RM1K even for the supposedly affordable BlackBerry Q5. The BlackBerry Z3 is expected to come with the BlackBerry 10.2.1 update which will allow users to install Android apps through APK files.[Source]


Rumours: BlackBerry Ontario spotted with Snapdragon 800 processor

A phone called the BlackBerry Ontario was recently spotted on the Geekbench benchmark site sporting a 2.15GHz Snapdragon 800 processor. Up until now, there has yet to be any BlackBerry phone with a quad-core processor, much less packing a new processor like the Snapdragon 800. Other tech specs and features include 2GB of RAM and BlackBerry 10.3.0.92 as the operating system. So far, the Ontario's appearance could be part of a deal BlackBerry signed with Foxconn to make lower-end BlackBerry phones and devices for the next five years. These devices are expected to retain BlackBerry's trademark physical QWERTY keypad despite the most recent BlackBerry Jakarta expected to arrive in Indonesia without a physical QWERTY keyboard. No news on Malaysia release dates or pricing but we expect the BlackBerry Ontario to appear sometime in or after Q3 of 2014.[Source]


Rumours: BlackBerry Passport video appears, shows off QWERTY trackpad function?

The upcoming BlackBerry Passport recently appeared in a video showing off it's functions and features, one of which includes the ability to use the QWERTY keyboard as a trackpad. Apparently you can run your finger along the physical QWERTY keys and use it like a touchpad. Other tech specs and features include a 4.5-inch square screen with a 1440 x 1440 pixel resolution, 3GB RAM, 3450 mAh battery and BlackBerry 10.3. It will also have the BlackBerry Assistant for voice commands and hopefully some accurate dictation notes. Still no news on exact Malaysia release dates or pricing but it could be coming in September 2014. Check out the video for yourself below:


Alienware Aurora R12 and new Dell XPS Desktop release: 11th Gen Intel Core i5 processor and up to RTX 3060 from RM3699

Dell Malaysia has announced that they have unveiled the Alienware Aurora R12, as well as the Dell XPS Desktop in Malaysia at the price of RM6699 and RM3699 respectively. Both the products mentioned will be available starting from the end of March 2021 onwards.

In terms of the tech specs, the Aurora R12 comes equipped with an 11th Generation Intel Core i5 processor, 16GB RAM, 512GB primary storage, 1TB secondary storage, and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 graphics processing unit. The XPS Desktop, on the other hand, comes with an 11th Generation Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB RAM, 512GB primary storage, as well as an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Super.

With all that said, would you be interested in getting both the products mentioned as soon as it is available for purchase? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Rumours: BlackBerry Z10 by Porsche Design leaked?

Porsche Design has been known to design BlackBerry devices before but recently, some leaked images of a BlackBerry Z10 with Porsche Design elements have surfaced. The new and as yet unannounced smartphone may be named the BlackBerry Porsche Design P'9982. So far not many details are available for the upcoming smartphone device, just that it will likely be priced accordingly around $2000 (RM6515) or so. No news yet if it will arrive here in Malaysia but if you have the money to buy it, you'll likely have the money to afford getting it internationally.


Rumours: BlackBerry Z15 and Z30 leaked images appear

While we've been wondering about the BlackBerry Aristo's name, apparently some new renders of the upcoming A10 or Z30 have appeared, along with renders of what could be the device in between the BlackBerry Z10 and the BlackBerry Z30. Apparently this new device will be called the BlackBerry Z15 and go for a touchscreen + QWERTY keyboard slider form factor. While we're still wondering why it would be called the Z15 and not the Z20, the renders do appear to be pretty high quality, so it could be an actual device this time around. No other tech specs, pricing or release dates were available but with BlackBerry's decline weighing in the horizon the two devices should make an launch appearance soon, probably within 2013.


Rumours: Blackberry CEO confirms the existence of Mecury

If you remember last week we talked about a new smartphone coming from Blackberry with a physical keyboard? Well, BlackBerry CEO John Chen has confirmed in a TV interview that his company is in fact working on it, as a continuation of the range of smartphones from the company, which includes the Priv, DTEK50 and DTEK60.

The phone is said to come with a 4.5-inch Full HD touchscreen with a 3:2 aspect ratio, a 2 GHz octa-core Qualcomm processor, 3GB of RAM, 32GB of storage, an 18 MP rear camera, an 8 MP selfie snapper, and a 3,400 mAh battery. It should run Android 7.0 Nougat from the box.

We are tentatively excited with this news, and we are looking forward to see a different take on Android by Blackberry. Stay tuned to Technave for more news on the Blackberry Mercury.


Rumours: Blackberry DTEK60 is real, and it is coming soon

If the mid-range-spec Blackberry DTEK50 is not your cup of tea, then this upcoming model may just be up your alley. Blackberry is readying to release a higher end DTEK smartphone – the DTEK60.

The specs on this phone is higher end, making it suitable to have the flagship label slapped onto it. This includes a 5.5-inch display running at a resolution of 1440 by 2560 pixels, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 SoC paired with 4GB of RAM, 32GB of onboard storage, a fingerprint sensor, USB Type-C, and a 3,000mAh battery. In the imaging department, the DTEK60 will come equipped with a 21MP primary sensor on the back and a 8MP selfie shooter on the front. It even comes with a fingerprint scanner on the back. For data connection and power, it gets it through a USB Type-C port.

The phone will be built by TCL, and is expected to be released somewhere around November. The price for the phone is expected to be between USD 499 – 549 (~RM 2066 – 2273). What do you think about this phone? Stay tuned to TechNave as we bring more news on the Blackberry DTEK60.


Rumours: Blackberry DTEK70 to be the Android version of Bold?

After the DTEK50 and the DTEK60, we may see yet another smartphone from Blackberry, thanks to their build partner TCL. This phone, the DTEK70, may be the model that will bring back the QWERTY keyboard to the hands of the fans.

The DTEK70 looks to be a formidable phone, with a rumoured specs list featuring 2GHz octa-core Snapdragon processor with 3GB of RAM, a 4.5-inch full HD display, an 18-megapixel rear camera paired to an 8-megapixel front camera and a 3,400mAh battery. Android Nougat is expected to be on the phone, which has carried the codename Mercury. A new feature that may put this phone different than others is the inclusion of a fingerprint scanner on the spacebar – where other smartphones have their home button traditionally.

Will this be the Blackberry to bring back Blackberry fans? Stay tuned to TechNave as we bring more news on the DTEK70.


Rumours: Blackberry Hamburg specs revealed

We have talked about the upcoming Android-powered Blackberry, code named Hamburg and Rome here at TechNave before, and now we can share the specifications of the Hamburg models as it was seen on GFXBench recently.

It is to feature a 5.2-inch display with a 1080 x 1920 resolution, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 processor, 3GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage. A 12 megapixel shooter sits in the rear while a possible 7 megapixel front camera serves as the selfie shooter.

It sounds like the Hamburg is destined to be a mid-range model, so will we see it priced as a mid-ranger as well, or will Blackberry position it at a more premium level for power users? We will find out soon enough.


Rumours: Blackberry Passport spotted in video

The rumoured Blackberry Passport recently appeared in a number of leaks including the video below of the Passport's browser. From the pictures, the Passport looks even wider than an LG Vu and definitely larger than the Apple iPhone 4 it is placed next to. Tech specs and features rumoured to be available in the Blackberry Passport include an LCD display with 1440 x 1440 pixel resolution, 3GB RAM, 32GB storage, 3450 mAh non-removable battery and support for microSD. No news yet on Malaysia release dates or pricing so stay tuned for more information.


Rumours: Blackberry to shine more details on Mercury at CES2017?

A short video posted by the General Manager of TCL in America hints that Blackberry is going to announce their (possibly last) QWERTY smartphone during CES2017. The video in question shows a quick glimpse of the code-name Mercury smartphone, showing the classic physical keyboard.

imPRESSively designed. distinctly different. #BlackBerryMobile#CES2017 pic.twitter.com/MGvvGXOtvi

Right now there is no confirmation on when or if Blackberry is having an event in CES itself, but we do know that the Blackberry Mercury is coming our way soon. It is said to have the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor, up to 3GB of RAM, the aforementioned physical QWERTY keyboard and a 3400 mAh battery. The screen on this phone is said to be a 4.5-inch display, with an unknown resolution thus far.

There is also the possibility of the phone featuring a combination spacebar/fingerprint scanner, as well as Android 7.0 Nougat out of the box. Will this be a phone to look forward to? Stay tuned to TechNave as we bring more news on the Blackberry Mercury from CES2017.


Rumours: Blackberry working on three new models

A brand that many may have forgotten, Blackberry is reported in the midst of developing three new models that runs Android. Codenamed Neon, Argon and Mercury, the report states that the three models will be for three different price ranges.

The Neon is set to be a 5.2-inch mid-rage device that is without the physical keyboard. Set to be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 SoC and will have 3GB of RAM, 16GB of internal storage, and a 2610mAh battery. Cameras will be 13MP and 8MP offerings. We can expect this device as early as July or August.

Second is the Argon, which will be bigger at 5.5-inch, and geared towards premium with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820, 4GB RAM, 32GB Storage, 3000 mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0, 21 megapixel rear & 8 megapixel selfie cameras, and a fingerprint scanner. Expected to arrive sometime in October.

The last model is the Mercury, which will be the traditional model. It will have the Blackberry physical keyboard, Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, 3GB RAM, 32GB storage, 3400 mAh battery, and a 18 megapixel/8 megapixel camera combo. It is said to be arriving sometime in 2017.

Everything here is subject to change, so stay tuned to TechNave for more info of the three upcoming Blackberry models.


Rumours: Bluetooth 5.0 to be featured in the Samsung Galaxy S8?

Among the features that will be featured in the Samsung Galaxy S8 includes edge-to-edge screen, the removal of the audio jack, and even a new kind of fingerprint sensor. Now we may have a new feature to look out for on the new Samsung flagship – Bluetooth 5.0.

Bluetooth 5.0 was officially adopted by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group as the latest version of the core specification. Bluetooth 5.0 promises faster speed, longer range and larger broadcast message capacity. It also provides improved interoperability and coexistence with other wireless technologies. Bluetooth SIG says that the latest standard has four times the range, two times speed and eight times broadcast message capacity as compared to Bluetooth 4.0.

We may be seeing this new tech coming into play with the Samsung Galaxy S8, so we will have more bandwidth to play with to transfer data soon. We may even see new ways to use Bluetooth with the new standard – we are not sure what it will be yet. Stay tuned to TechNave as we bring more news on the Samsung Galaxy S8 soon.


Alienware & Dell revamps their gaming laptops with the latest Intel Core, RTX GPUs, AMD Ryzen & Radeon Graphics

At CES 2023, Alienware and Dell unveiled six new gaming laptops. This includes Alienware m18 and m16, Alienware x16 and x14, and Dell G16 and G15. Like the rest of the new devices shown, they are all updated with new form factors materials, performance upgrades, enhancements, and an overhauled Alienware Command Center.

This year, the Alienware m18 features up to 13th Gen Intel Core i9-13980HX processors alongside NVIDIA GeForce RTX Laptop GPUs + next-gen AMD Ryzen Processors and Radeon Graphics. Available panel options include 165Hz QHD or 480Hz FHD displays with Dynamic Display Switching technology, and G-SYNC and FreeSync support.

Gamers would be pleased to know that the memory configuration can be added up, thanks to the dual user-replaceable DDR5 SO-DIMM slots and up to 9TB storage capacity. Element 31 thermal interface material is now placed on both the CPU and the GPU to help ensure heat dissipation is optimised as well. For gamers seeking a slightly more compact powerhouse, the m16 provides many of the same technologies, ergonomics and design qualities as the m18.

Besides that, the rest of the lineup is quite similar to each other. The new Alienware x16 now boasts 100 micro-LEDs, the latest 13th Gen Intel Core HX processors, NVIDIA GeForce Next-Gen Laptop GPUs and next-gen AMD technology for mobile. The x14 R2 got refreshed with a new display panel with 97% more pixels than before. Then the new G15 and G16 are also powered by the latest Intel, AMD and NVIDIA technology, as well as receiving Vapour Chamber Cooling and Element 31 thermal interface.

Availability and pricing for all Alienware and Dell G-series laptops will be announced soon. They may or may not come to the Malaysian market, but we shall wait and see. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Rumours: CIMB analyst says Apple iWatch priced from $149 to $229, coming in late 2014

While Samsung's Galaxy Gear smartwatch is expected to be revealed in early September 2013, an analyst from the CIMB Group has said that the Apple iWatch may come in late 2014 and not early 2014 as many have thought. According to this analyst the iWatch will be priced from $149 (RM494) to $229 (RM760) and positioned to replace Apple's iPod range of media players. Since this is a financial analyst, the predictions go on to estimate that the iWatch will ship up to 63.4 million units in 2014 alone and will generate up to 19% worth of profits for Invetec, the company said to be manufacturing the Apple iWatch. As it is just a prediction and a really far ahead one at that, we caution you to take this rumour with one big pinch of salt. Unfortunately, there weren't any tech specs, features or exact Malaysia release dates but stay tuned as we'll keep you updated about the latest iWatch developments.


Rumours: Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and new Canon Wifi module seen online

If you are patiently waiting for the next new camera from Canon, have faith as their next camera is coming soon to the market – just around the corner after Photokina 2016. We have here the leaked photos of the upcoming Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and Canon's answer to the Eyefi.

We can expect the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV to have the following specs:

At the same time, Canon will also release a new accesory. Called the W-E1, it is Canon's answer to the EyFi. Basically it is a wireless adapter in the form of a SD, so it can fit into a standard SD slot in older Canon cameras, and instantly add WiFi capability to them.

What do you think of these news? Stay tuned to TechNave as we share more along the way.


Rumours: Celcom launching 1 Week Wonderoam roaming with 18GB + unlimited calls FiRST Platinum plan?

Leaked images of Celcom's upcoming roaming plan details have revealed that we may not only get a roaming plan called Wonderoam with 1 weeks worth of roaming for RM138 but also that Celcom may be coming out with an upgrade to their current FiRST Gold postpaid plan, the Celcom FiRST Platinum plan. The leaked image does not reveal too many details about the Wonderoam roaming plan, but RM138 for a weeks worth of high speed mobile Internet overseas sounds like a very high value proposition.

However, what interests us more is the Celcom FiRST Platinum plan. If the current Celcom FiRST Gold plan offers 5GB of data with 5GB of weekend data for RM80 a month, then we assume the Celcom FiRST Platinum plan will offer 9GB of monthly Internet with 9GB of weekend Internet for RM150. The standard benefits of unlimited calls and unlimited SMS would mostly remain the same but have similar upgrades like 9GB complimentary WiFiPlus or a 9GB carry forward unused Internet limit.

No Malaysia release dates for when the Celcom FiRST Platinum plan will be implemented but we assume after 31 May 2016, which is the current extension date of the Celcom FiRST Gold plan. Do bear in mind that you should take this rumour with a pinch of salt but since we'll be attending the Celcom Roaming event tomorrow, it shouldn't take too long for us to confirm these details. Stay tuned for the latest with TechNave.com.


Rumours: Champagne gold iPad mini 2 with fingerprint scanner appears

When the Apple iPhone 5S appeared with Space Grey and Gold it was assumed that other Apple products would also have these new colour options as well. Seemingly confirming these assumptions is a recently leaked image of the Apple iPad Mini 2 in champagne gold. Rather than just a backplate, this appears to be the full tablet as it also features a fingerprint scanner Home button on the front, much like the one found on the Apple iPhone 5S. The pics certainly seem accurate enough to not be fakes but with all rumours do take this with a pinch of salt. While there was no exact Malaysia release dates or pricing the Apple iPad Mini 2 is expected to be announced in the next few weeks or so.


Rumours: Cheaper $99 iPhone, Larger 5.7-inch iPhone and the Next iPhone 5S

Apple has long been a supporter of releasing only one product in a one-size-fits-all sort of approach with their devices and smartphones. The Apple iPhone is no different. Samsung on the other hand like to flood the market with a smartphone for every use, niche or price point, which is why some sources believe that Apple may be looking to do the same soon. This includes rumours from Reuters that a larger 5.7-inch screen iPhone, a more affordable $99 iPhone and the iPhone 5S with a fingerprint sensor are coming soon. The iPhone 5S is a no brainer of course since that is the way Apple has usually done things, but the other two rumours smack of wishful thinking. Apple execs, Tim Cook and Jony Ives included, have said time and time again that they aren't looking to make larger smartphones, that they only want to focus on a single device so that you get a better experience. We guess that they could probably say "we changed our minds" but they could confuse or even lose all those iPhone believers who have hung on every word that Apple has come out with. We'll believe it when we see it, but it would be nice to get an Apple phablet or more affordable version just the same.


Rumours: Cheaper Samsung Galaxy Note III with 8MP camera being made?

While the Samsung Galaxy Note III is just days from being unveiled, some new rumours have cropped up stating that a cheaper version may also be in development. This cheaper version may get it's price cut due to lower-end internal features and tech specs such as the aforementioned 8MP camera sensor. Other hardware that may be cut-down includes the Super AMOLED screen which may be replaced with an LCD screen. So far, no news on actual pricing or availability but according to the rumours 30% of the entire first batch of Samsung Galaxy Note III phablets are in fact the cheaper versions and will be sold alongside the more expensive version for more options. No exact release dates in Malaysia but the report further states that the cheaper version would be made available for emerging markets like Malaysia. For now, we can only wait and see the Samsung Galaxy Note III unveiling on 4 September 2013.


Rumours: China Mobile confirming Samsung Galaxy S7 release date?

Someone has leaked a picture taken from a China Mobile conference, revealing that the Samsung Galaxy S7 will be launched in March 2016 according to the schedule. This tally with WSJ’s report, which they also claimed Samsung's next flagship will make its debut on March 2016.

Aside from that, the picture also revealed the price tag of RMB 3000 (RM1985) above. Price may vary, but this is the closest speculation we have and it seems legitimate. The 2016 Samsung Galaxy A5 and A7, and the Huawei P9 were also reported to be revealed.

Little known is about the tech specs, the device could sport an Exynos 8890 chip or a Snapdragon 820 chipset, a 5.1-inch Super AMOLED display with quad HD or 2K pixel resolution, Android Marshmallow and a Gorilla Glass 5 layer. Stay tuned for more news!


Rumours: Colourful 4-inch metal iPhone to be released in February 2016?

About a month ago, we covered that Apple could be working on a 4-inch Apple iPhone powered by an A9 chip and 3GB RAM early next year. The rumour is quite shady on this, but according to a Chinese website Techweb they claimed that the "iPhone 6c" could be made of metal, has a fingerprint sensor on it and does not feature 3D Touch.

This actually tallies well with the previous speculation, as the sources are from anonymous “Foxconn insiders” stating that Apple might reveal the device in January then going on retail sale the month after that. It could also cost between $400 - $500 (around RM1690 - RM2112) since the iPhone 5c 16GB model started at $549 (RM2319.66).

Meanwhile, other sources like Mac Otakara (a Japanese blog) said otherwise on the rumoured tech specs. The 4-inch iPhone might sport an A8 chip instead of A9, 802.11ac WiFi, Bluetooth 4.1 and a better FaceTime HD camera with ƒ/2.2 aperture. That’s not all though, we might even see a USB Type-C connector for the music lovers, wireless charging technology, multi-Force Touch, dual camera configurations and Touch ID embedded in the display. That is, at least according to GforGames.

Whatever it is, 2016 will soon come and we will see if Apple does anything early on or not. We will keep you guys in the loop as usual.


Rumours: Compact 5.3-inch screen Samsung Galaxy S8 Mini spotted online

Remember the Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini? Believe it or not that was almost exactly three years ago since Samsung released a ‘mini’ version of their flagship handset. Today we have a leaked image on a Chinese website showing a possible Samsung Galaxy S8 Mini coming soon. A compact version of flagship big brother, the Samsung Galaxy S8.

The alleged Galaxy S8 Mini is supposedly being worked on at this moment in South Korea and will come with a 5.3-inch display but will most likely feel like a 4.7-inch screen due to an extra wide 18.5:9 aspect ratio.

Specs-wise, it was rumoured to rock a lower-tier Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 chipset with 4GB RAM and a storage capacity of 32GB. With compact sizes comes smaller chipsets, so no complaints there. It will also feature an iris eye reader which is something we have not seen on a Samsung device yet.

Yes, we are as excited as you are but as all rumours though, be sure to keep it in an open mind and stay tuned to TechNave for anymore updates and a possible Malaysian release.


Rumours: Coolpad Sky 3 Pro coming to Malaysia soon for below RM700?

With Coolpad's recent brand announcement, we've been waiting to see what new Coolpad phone will be reaching Malaysia first and it looks like it may be the Coolpad Sky 3 Pro. Tech specs for the phone are fairly high with the main stand-out feature being the 8MP front and rear cameras, making it good for the selfie crowd. No fingerprint sensor (you can see the full tech specs list below) but we expect the price to be below RM700.

Here are the Coolpad Sky 3 Pro tech specs and features list:

What do you think? Is below RM700 a good price? How much would you pay for the Coolpad Sky 3 Pro? Discuss in our Facebook page and we may be able to reveal more about the phone soon.


Alienware X-series release: up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 GPU with new cooling solution Element 31

Alienware has expanded its gaming laptop line by presenting the new X-series that comes in two models, x15 and x17. Not only support 4K gaming with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series Laptop GPUs, but the new X-series also come with 11th Gen Intel Core H-series mobile processors to unlock high-performance in ultra-thin forms.

The Alienware X-series has been crowned to be the thinnest among other Alienware laptops. For the x15, it's only 16.3mm with an FHD 165Hz panel, or 15.9mm with FHD 360Hz or QHD 240Hz panels. Meanwhile, the x17 is measured 20.9mm with an FHD 360Hz panel, or 21.4mm with UHD 120Hz or FHD 165Hz panels. The display also supports features like DirectX Raytracing, NVIDIA G-SYNC, Advanced Optimus technology, ComfortView Plus, and more depending on the configurations.

Other than that, the laptops also offer customizable options including 11th gen Intel Core i7 and i9K processors with up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 GPU. For thermal performance, the X-series comes with Element 31 which is a cooling solution that uses thermal interface material (TIM) concocted from Encapsulated Gallium-Silicone liquid metal compound. The said material is placed between the CPU and other thermal elements to disperse heat at a higher rate. It is claimed that the laptops deliver up to a 25% improvement in thermal resistance over the previous generation.

Coming to the design, the laptops are absolutely stunning at first look. The X-series features Alienware Legend 2.0 design identity with Dark Core that was first appeared on the recently announced Alienware m15 R5/R6 gaming laptops. The vents are designed to be in hexagons for a nicer appearance with maximising thermal benefits in mind as well. Other than that, users might also fall heads over heel for the continuous loop of bold stadium lighting on the rear. The Alienware x15 and x17 will be available in two colour options - Dark Side of Moon (Black) and Lunar Light (White).

For the price, it is still unknown at the moment but we will keep an eye on any updates and report it to you. Let us know what you think about the new Alienware X-series laptops on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more laptop launches.


Rumours: Could the Apple iPhone 8 have an early unveiling?

Possible good news to all Apple fans out there! There's a good reason to believe that the upcoming Apple iPhone may be unveiled much earlier than the intended month of September.

That's right, a JPMorgan analyst actually noted that there is a big chance that the iPhone 8 would be officially showcased next month at the annual WWDC 2017 along with iOS11. It was speculated that the move by the tech giants is intended to stir some excitement among the hungry fans.

But it is most likely that even if the iPhone 8 is to be unveiled next month, the official launch will still probably be in September with the official Malaysian launch soon after that. But who knows? It's only a month away.

However, just to remind all the readers here, like every rumour, do remember to take it with a pinch of salt. Be sure to stay tuned with TechNave.com for the latest updates and news.


Rumours: Could the OPPO N3 Mini be 4mm thin?

While OPPO have been teasing the upcoming OPPO N3 relentlessly, it seems that another smartphone could also be released along side it. While this new teaser image comes direct from OPPO, showing a smaller smartphone next to the OPPO N3 with it's rotating camera, rumours suggest that this smaller smartphone could be the OPPO N3 Mini. Other rumours indicate that it could be 4mm thin, which would beat the current record of 5.1mm held by the Gionee ELIFE 5.1. This certainly seems unlikely so do take this rumour with a good amount of salt. In any case, we should not have to wait long for the OPPO N3 release as it is scheduled for the next couple of days. No Malaysia release dates or pricing yet but we'll let you know as soon as we find out.[Source]


Rumours: Could this be the 2018 Samsung Galaxy A7?

Look alive Samsung fans, because a new Samsung phone has been listed on the renowned benchmarking platform, GFXBench.

The device is listed under the serial code, SM-A730x which is highly speculated to be the 2018 version of the popular Samsung Galaxy A7 because the last Galaxy A7 (2017) was coded as SM-720x.

In terms of the listed specs though, the alleged Galaxy A7 (2018) will be powered by a SoC Octa-core 2.1GHz processor with 4GB RAM and an internal memory of 32GB.  The screen will be of a FHD configuration and will feature a 16MP main and front camera and of course, Android 7.1.1 Nougat out of the box.

So, does the thought of the 2018 Galaxy A7 excite you in any way? Do stay tuned to TechNave.com for anymore updates.


Rumours: Could this be the Samsung Galaxy C10 first look?

Popular YouTuber and render artist, Concept Creator has provided us with what could be the first look for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy C10. YouTuber Concept Creator is well known for rendering 3D videos of phones based on leaked images and renders.

As for the video it shows a really sleek-looking brushed aluminium back and the featured dual-camera setup, the Galaxy C10 seems like it’s going to be one hell of a looker.

As far as we know, the Samsung Galaxy C10 will be rocking a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor and will be priced at around RM2200. That is if it does come to Malaysia at all because Galaxy C-Series are usually only sold in China. However, with that build quality and style, we are praying hard that Samsung changes their mind and ships it over here.

Keep in mind that these are still all unofficial renders and leaks so it may not be true at all. So make sure to stay tuned to TechNave.com for any official news.


Rumours: Could this be the Samsung Galaxy C7 (2017)?

Confetti and dusts have not yet settled on the official reveal of the Samsung Galaxy Note FE and already we are hearing some news on another familiar mid-range Samsung device, a possible Samsung Galaxy C7 2017 edition.

The device has been spotted on the WiFi-Alliance page under the codename Samsung SM-C7100 and appears to have received its WiFi certification just a few days ago. It may or may not be true, but this could be the direct successor to the current Samsung Galaxy C7.

No specs list has been revealed anywhere except that the possible Galaxy C7 device will run on Android 7.1 Nougat right out of the box. Given that rumours has start to appear for this phone, expect more news to come real soon.

Please bear in mind that these are extremely early preliminary rumours and the phone may not be called the Galaxy C7 (2017) at all, it could be called the Samsung Galaxy C Pro (Referencing to the recent release of the Samsung Galaxy J Pro series).

Make sure to stay tuned to TechNave.com for more upcoming news.


Rumours: Could this be the XiaoMi Mi Note 3 first look?

XiaoMi is not going to give us a breather. Right after we just settled down from the launching of the XiaoMi Mi Max 2, they Chinese tech-giants are already teasing us with a new upcoming device, the XiaoMi Mi Note 3.

Not to be confused with the RedMi Note 3, the XiaoMi Mi Note 3 is rumoured to have the top of the line Snapdragon 835 chipset with 8GB RAM, 4070mAh battery capacity and up to 256GB of storage. What a powerhouse.

Based on what we can see so far, it would seem the Mi Note 3 will be quite similar to Xiaomi’s Mi 6 in terms of features and designs just perhaps a larger curved screen. The main camera is also expected to be the dual-12MP setup similar to the MI 6.

Now please remember that these are very early rumours so make sure to take them with a pinch of salt. Do stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest gadget news and updates.


Rumours: Could this be the final design of the Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017)?

We’ve had plenty of spec leaks as well as renders before for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy J7 but this latest render brings a whole new perspective to the plate.

The leaked image shows the J7 in four different colour schemes namely blue, pink, god and black. However, what got us interested were the camera design and the unique antenna design on the back of the phone which was different in all of the previous leaked images.

Other than the previous leak coverage that we did, there was another leak that the phone will feature a 13MP selfie camera instead of 5MP as well as a 3600 mAh battery capacity and Android Nougat.

No news on the Malaysian release date yet but it was reported that the phone will be around €339 which is the Malaysian price equivalent of ~RM1700.

Rumours aside, there is no way to determine the final design and specs of the phone so it’s best that we remain patient and wait for the real thing. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest updates.


Rumours: Could this be the real Samsung Galaxy Note 8 look?

Ever since the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 was ever leaked into the mainstream news, we have had endless rumours about its specs and its inevitable official launch date. However we have not seen any real first-hand look on how the Galaxy Note 8 might look like, until now.

We now have two different renders on what the Note 8 may look like officially and I must say it is very much the looker.

First off, let us take a look at a basic schematic render of an alleged Galaxy Note 8 device. Based on what we can see, there’s the dual-camera setup, no surprise there. However, what we should take note is the position of the fingerprint scanner which could very much possibly smudge one of the cameras while trying to unlock the phone, similar with the issue with the Samsung Galaxy S8.

Recently there has been also been talks of a heart-rate monitor being featured on the Note 8. If there was one it will probably be on the same proximity around the compartment of the dual-camera.

Onwards to the 3D render of the Galaxy Note 8. It appears that the compartment for the cameras and the fingerprint scanner seem to be of a protruding-bump type of design which is something we have not seen yet on a recent Samsung device. The design itself is pretty much similar with the schematics except the top-bezel of the phone which is a bit large judging that the Note 8 was rumoured to look exactly like a Galaxy S8 Plus except larger. You can view the video below for the full spectacular experience:

With that said, the device is rumored to come with a 6.3-inch 18.5:9 AMOLED touchscreen, the Snapdragon 835 or Exynos 8895 chipset, 6GB of RAM, and a 3,300 mAh battery. The rear cameras will be 12 MP each, and both will feature optical image stabilization.

Based on our previous article, the Galaxy Note 8 is still rumoured to come out around September and the Malaysian release to come out straight after that with a very steep price of around RM4000 plus. It’s still a while away but make sure to stay tuned to Technave.com for any more updates.


Rumours: Curved glass Nokia Asha 502 and 503 coming soon?

Another day another Nokia codename surfaces, this time in the form of the Nokia Lanai, which according to rumours, should eventually be called the Nokia Asha 503. Looking a lot like the Nokia Asha 501 right down to the curved corners and plastic backplate, the main difference here is that there will be a capacitive Back key and the entire front screen will be covered with curved glass. Other features or tech specs include a 5MP rear camera with LED flash along with a dual-SIM version as well. The other codename would be the Nokia Pegasus which refers to the Nokia Asha 502. Unfortunately, no news about the 502 or pricing and release dates in Malaysia just yet. We're thinking that the announcement should be any day now, as these renderings look like the real deal.


Rumours: Curved smartphone LG G Flex renders leak?

LG's take on the curved smartphone will most likely be called the LG G Flex with a number of images recently leaking. These renders show a similar concave surface but rather than side to side it is curved concave from top to bottom, which we must say certainly feels more natural than the previously curved smartphone. According to rumours the LG G Flex screen will measure 6 inches but there are no other tech specs and features available. According to previous reports, the Malaysia release date for the LG G Flex is expected from November 2013 but there are no details on specific dates or pricing just yet.


3D renders of an unknown realme smartphone leaked online

There are plenty of rumours about the realme GT 5G before it is launched. Here, we found the company does working on another phone and we don't know the model yet.

According to sources, the renders were recreated in 3D by @OnLeaks with some details on-hand. From the images, there is a teardrop notch on the display, a fingerprint scanner at the back of the device, a 3.5mm audio jack port, and a MicroSD card slot. As for the camera, it could sport a triple rear camera and one sensor.

The 3D renders of the unknown realme's smartphone

Well, what model do you think would it be? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Alienware has announced the release of their gaming mouse and their wireless gaming headset

Alienware has announced the release of their lineup of peripherals such as the Alienware Wireless Headset as well as the Alienware Elite Gaming Mouse which is expected to be priced at USD299 (~RM1191) and USD89 (~RM354) respectively.

The Alienware Wireless Headset is the first wireless gaming headset by Alienware that features customisable sound profiles, 40mm drivers that give clear as well as powerful sound signature to the user, built in mixer as well as an active noise cancellation microphone. The headset features a durable design and foam padding to ensure maximum comfortability during extended hours or gaming.

As for the Alienware Elite Gaming Mouse, it allows the user to customise and change the side panels of the mouse with a choice of 2 or even 4 buttons. Not only that, it also comes with 5 removable weights whereas the user could remove or add them to their liking, as well as 5 DPI profiles and 9 to 11 programmable buttons. For more updates on when the devices mentioned will be coming to Malaysia as well as the official price for it, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Rumours: Dark mode feature in upcoming iOS 10 next week?

Dark mode, a feature that OS X has since the launch of OS X Yosemite back in 2014, it's designed to have a darker menu bar, dock, and system menus, saving energy and also protecting the user's eyesight in a long term. Dark mode has been wanted in the iOS for quite some time now, as it was listed in the iOS Top 10 Wish list concept video by Macstories. Below are just some render samples from iHelpBR of how the dark mode faeture would look like on iOS devices.

iHelpBR suggests that the feature should come on automatically according to the weather (e.g. sun setting down) on Messages, Mail, Contacts, News, and others likes some built-in Apple apps, system menus and even third party apps, this will darken the whole display when it happens, just as how it's currently done in the Maps app.

Besides that, there's also speculation of split-screen multitask and picture-in-picture feature from the iPad when used in landscape mode. These two features are also wanted by some users, but it doesn't seem plausible due to the given screen size of iPhone display, particularly the latest iPhone SE which won't fit well.

iOS 10 is said to make its debut with OS X 10.12, along with the new watchOS and tvOS versions next week at the WWDC keynote event at 10AM Pacific Time. Will the dark mode make an appearance in iOS 10? Stay tuned for more news at Technave.com


Rumours: Did Google accidentally leak a Nexus 8 tablet?

While it wouldn't be the first time Google accidentally leaked one of their own devices, some sharp eyed industry watchers saw what could have been an 8-inch android tablet on the Android Apps and Entertainment page. Many surmised that it could be the Google Nexus 8 as it offered much thinner bezels but a more or less similar form factor to the Google Nexus 7 (2013 edition). Google has since made changes to this image by adding on thicker bezels to make it look more like the 7-inch Google Nexus 7. While it could have just as easily been a simple goof on the part of a careless graphic designer, we're thinking that the post-edit more or less confirms that we could be seeing an 8-inch tablet or Google Nexus 8 pretty soon.


Rumours: DirectD reveals ASUS ZenFone 3 Zoom ZE553KL Malaysia price as RM2099?

Ahead of it's upcoming rumoured release, a DirectD listing has revealed that the ASUS ZenFone 3 Zoom ZE553KL could cost RM2099 here in Malaysia. The first ASUS ZenFone to utilize SuperPixel technology with a Dual-Pixel dual rear camera that has up to 12X zoom, the listing has the ZenFone 3 Zoom ZE553KL available in a stylish black with 1 year warranty. DirectD says that the Malaysia release date is tomorrow so you can buy it from DirectD now, offering flagship killer pricing.


Rumours: Dual 13MP camera sensors will be on the Samsung Galaxy Note 8

So according to a Chinese leakster @ice universe, he has claimed that Samsung is really going ahead of integrating the dual camera sensors on the Samsung Galaxy Note 8. In fact, not only the Note 8 will get it, but two other phones as well since Samsung is developing three dual camera sensors.

This was leaked in one of the Weibo message boards, he even pinpointed that the Note 8 will have 13MP on each sensor, even providing a small note 8 logo as seen in the cover image. We aren’t sure if that’s just fan made, but it looks like what Samsung would do in their marketing department. Apart from that, a new rumour has also surfaced that the Note 8 will be the first to have the Snapdragon 836 processor on board as mentioned last night. Now that’s seriously going to be one powerful device.

Moreover, the Note 8 will be using a 5.8-inch display with 18:9 aspect ratio just like the  Galaxy S8 and  S8 Plus , utilizing a 6GB + 128GB memory capacity, and a 8MP for the front camera. The revealing date will be in August 2017, according to rumours.

So what do you think? Should Samsung have a dual camera sensor on the Note 8? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Rumours: Dual-SIM Nokia Lumia 635 MoneyPenny coming with 4G LTE?

The recently revealed Nokia Lumia 635 or codenamed Moneypenny may also have 4G LTE connectivity, on top of having dual active 3G dual SIM support. This rumour comes courtesy of evleaks who has leaked another Moneypenny screenshot this time with 4G LTE. Unfortunately it looks like it won't be 4G LTE for both SIMS as there is one active. The Moneypenny looks to be headed to China, India and other emerging markets where dual-SIM is used a lot. Still no news on Malaysia release dates or pricing, but we'll let you know as soon as we do.[Source]


Rumours: Dual-camera HTC M8 (HTC One 2) image leaked

A newly leaked photo of the HTC M8 gives a better view of the supposedly dual-camera and dual-LED flash setup that the HTC One 2 smartphone is said to be using. The image comes courtesy of nowhereelse, the french tech blog who often get the latest and most accurate of leaks. Previously, dual-camera sensors were only used in 3D cameraphones, with this trend quickly dying out. However, the placement of the second camera above the main camera sensor placed next to the dual LED flash seem to coincide with earlier rumours that one camera would be for low-light conditions and the other would be for normal conditions. No news on any Malaysia release dates or pricing but we're thinking that it could come up at the MWC expo 2014 at the end of this month. Stay tuned and we'll keep you updated.[Source]


Rumours: Dual camera lens for iPhone 7 Plus and iPhone SE to feature 4K video recording?

If you're searching for some Apple iPhone 7 rumours on Google, there's a good chance that you'd come across numerous sources of the device having dual cameras on the back. Taiwanese site Apple.club.tw (translated) just recently shared some images of a dual-camera module that could potentially be on the iPhone 7 Plus, matching several claims from few months ago.

Since Apple usually reveal their latest flagship every September or so, we can't really confirm this will be used on the iPhone 7 Plus. However, according to the “821” part number on the picture above, it indicates that Apple has been doing some experiments with dual camera modules from several manufacturers so that's a good chance that it will,  there also could be two iPhone 7 versions that has a single camera lens and the latter with dual camera lens setup.

In addition, rumours has it that there the iPhone SE could feature a rear camera that has a 4K video recording capability. In fact, it's reported that Apple is planning to release a promo video to showcase a recorded 4K video as one of the main highlight features. If that's the case, then the iPhone SE will be Apple's third device to do so after the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus.

Apple's event on 21 March isn't that far off now, so be sure to check in Technave for the latest news to see if the iPhone SE, the 9.7-inch iPad Pro and Apple Watch 2 will make an appearance or not!


Rumours: Dual edge curved screen on future Apple devices?

Samsung's latest device, the Galaxy Note 7 has followed the footsteps of the Galaxy S7 edge in adopting the dual-edge curve screen feature, not only that, let's not forget Xiaomi did it too with the Redmi Pro, along with vivo's own XPlay 5. Other companies like Meizu, OPPO, Huawei and even Apple have been reported to jump on the bandwagon.

Just recently, someone discovered a new patent about Apple has been experimenting curved displays for quite some time now. Whether or not this is planned for 2017 remains to be seen, but the information suggest that the company would implement virtual button, switches and haptic feedback components, this means there won't be any physical buttons at all on the device.

“During operation of an electronic device, a virtual button may be, for example, a virtual volume button for controlling audio output volume and may be repurposed based on user input to become a virtual camera shutter button for taking a picture or may be reconfigured to serve as a controller for another device function,” Apple’s explanation reads.

“Images displayed on the flexible display may indicate to a user which function is currently being performed by the virtual button. Predetermined inputs to the touch-sensitive layer on the edge of the device (e.g., tapping, sliding, swiping, or other motions of an external object such as a finger across the edge of the device) may be used to change the operating mode of the device.”

Naysayers would be quick to point out that Samsung would be the first to do such feature and Apple is just copying them, but Apple was the first to apply for the patent in May 2014, just four months before the Galaxy Note edge was released.

Stay tuned for more news at Technave.com.


Rumours: Dual rear camera is back in new iPhone 7 render concept

With the recent announcement of the iOS 10, someone has started imagining how the Apple iPhone 7 would look like with the latest operating system, designer Mathijs Schrauwen (via iPhoned) has put all together the rumours of a physical-less home button, Smart Connector, dual camera sensor, redesigned antennae bands and a missing 3.5mm headphone jack hole. Check out his sweet render concepts below:

While we did a report that the iPhone 7 might not feature a dual camera sensor module, another new rumour quickly dismissed the previous rumour (lol) that Apple has not abandoned the plan yet. The screenshot below, which an insider revealed that Foxconn, a manufacturer for Apple has been experimenting on the iPhone 7 Plus with the dual lens camera; Dali, another lens supplier was also revealed that the plans are not scrapped yet.

Are you excited with the thought of iOS 10 combining with all the said rumours for the new iPhone 7? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned for more news at Technave.com.


Rumours: E Ink full wraparound smartwatch coming soon?

While there are a lot of smartwatches in the market these days, none can say that they have flexible wraparound displays. This may soon change as E Ink, the company behind all those energy-saving black-and-white displays for other smartwatches is supposedly working on a curved wraparound display for a smartwatch. E Ink supposedly have a prototype already but did not show it off at Computex 2014 this year. While they didn't reveal any specific tech specs, they did say that the device would be feature the ability to detect your heart rate, show weather info and notifications. We assume that E Ink are not working on a device themselves so keep an eye out on other smartwatch makers in the coming months. No Malaysia release dates or pricing just yet but stay tuned and we'll keep you posted.[Source]


Alienware introduces Concept Nyx, allows seamless transition of games streaming between multiple devices

At CES 2022, companies don't just unveil upcoming products. It's also common to see some prototypes or concept technologies at the event. For this year, Alienware has something that's targeted at games streaming. The company calls it Concept Nyx.

According to Alienware, Concept Nyx would allow gamers to play their games on multiple devices. The idea is to deliver seamless transitions between the devices. For instance, you normally play games like Cyberpunk 2077 on your PC. But even if you need to go cook, you don't have to leave your game on pause. With Concept Nyx, you could turn on the TV in your living room and play with a controller while you're cooking.

Sounds wild? It does sound crazy, but Alienware believes that gaming technology is ready to advance in this direction. The company plans to do this with edge computing, which boasts high-performance game processing that can be shared over a local network. This makes it possible for lower latencies, compared to streaming games from platforms like GeForce Now.

Of course, this is not a technology that's ready to be deployed. But 5G is on the way and WiFi-6 routers are becoming common, so this concept might become a reality someday. What do you think though, is this how you'd like to game in the future? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news about this.


Rumours: Existence of Xiaomi’s own Pinecone SoC leaked, coming in the Mi 5c

As the company grows, Xiaomi is slowly spreading their wings into new ventures that will add value to the company’s lineup and technological knowhow. The upcoming Xiaomi Mi 5c is said to feature Xiaomi’s own SoC, codenamed Pinecone.

The chipset will feature an octa-core CPU (using the Cortex-A53) running at a clock speed of 2.2GHz. This most likely will be a mid-range chipset as higher end chips from other competitors are using a mixture of cores for high-power and low-power applications. As for the phone itself, it will have a 5.5-inch display with 2.5D glass, 3GB of RAM, 64GB of internal storage, a 12/8 megapixel rear/front camera combo, NFC, fingerprint scanner and Android 6.0 using MIUI 8.

The announcement for the phone is said to be happening on the 30th of November, and the device is expected to have a street price of USD 145 (~RM 644). How true are all of this info? Stay tuned to TechNave to find out this coming end of the month.


Rumours: Exynos 9 teaser hints that the Samsung Galaxy S8, S8 Plus or Note 8 may have a dual rear camera?

The official Samsung Exynos twitter recently tweeted a teaser image highlighting Dual ISP (Image Signal Processor) for their Exynos 9 chipset, indicating dual rear cameras. The Exynos 8895 is also part of this chipset and is slated to be used in the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S8 or Galaxy S8 Plus (set to be announced near the end of the month). So does that mean that the Galaxy S8 could have surprise dual rear cameras, which so far according to all other leaks has not appeared at all? It might happen, but we're thinking that the Dual ISP and dual cameras would probably be coming for the Galaxy Note 8 as it would help differentiate it from the iris scanner packing Galaxy S8.

Dual ISPs are not something particularly new as Huawei already implemented that for their Huawei P9, Mate 9 and P10 smartphones. However, it is the first time that we'll be seeing such tech and dual cameras implemented in a flagship Samsung phone. Samsung have made no official statements as to whether the Galaxy S8 or Note 8 will be utilizing dual cameras or dual ISPs but stay tuned to TechNave.com and we'll keep you updated.


Rumours: Fan-made Samsung Galaxy Note 8 render concept appears

We know the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 will come out this year, but so far, rumours surrounding the device is quite scarce. So while Samsung is busy promoting the Galaxy S8 and S8+ around the world, we take a look at a render concept by designer Benjamin Geskin of how the Note 8 could look like.

Right off the bat, the Note 8 design looks similar to the S8. The infinity display is there, possibly 6.4-inch in 4K resolution in 18:9 ratio. The fingerprint sensor looks like it is embedded below the display there, since it’s not positioned behind beside the camera. Speaking of that, a pair of cameras can be seen there. Should it be true, we aren’t sure how Samsung will utilize that, since the Dual Pixel 12MP camera has been the standard so far since last year, even for the Note 7 and now the latest flagship series.

The rendered Note 8 looks rather slim as well, the designer probably didn’t take the S Pen into account if it’d be interesting to see if the Samsung engineers can make it happen.

So what do you think? How would you like the Note 8 to look like in the future? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Rumours: "Final" panel design for Samsung Galaxy Note 8 and Apple iPhone 8

If you are aware of Samsung and Apple's upcoming event schedule, both the Unpacked 2017 and the 10th Anniversary iPhone are actually really close to each other. As the former will be held on 23 August 2017 and Apple's on September (unannounced date). We also happen to get a leaked image of the Galaxy Note 8 and iPhone 8 panel side by side just for comparison.

We have shown you plenty of leaks from these two flagships from time to time, but let's start with the Note 8 first which is said to come with a 6.3-inches display, obviously a lot bigger than the iPhone 8 and just slightly larger than the Galaxy S8+ (6.2-inches display). That being said, we can expect the same 18:6:9 body-to-screen ratio, dual curve edge and an iris scanner. In other words, a bigger S8+.

On the other hand, the 4mm bezels on the iPhone 8 look nearly invisible and only the top part just left undisturbed which features the front camera, iris scanner, and an earpiece. The display won't be curved, however, and according to rumours, the screen panel will be an OLED type. A first for Apple.

We are only a less than a month away from the Unpacked event and soon the iPhone 8 will make its debut after that. Which of these two flagships are you most excited to see? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more news at TechNave.com.


Rumours: First Nokia Android phones to be priced around RM 660

Nokia is ramping up their mobile plans for 2017, and we may have indication on the price points of the smartphones when they appear early next year. Reports have stated that the Nokia-branded smartphones from HMD Global may be retailing as cheap as USD 150 (~RM 660) when it appears on retail stores.

The unveiling of the product may be sometime in February, at the Mobile World Congress 2017 in Barcelona. One of the smartphone that will be launched will be the Nokia D1C, which is said will be launched in two variants – a 5-inch, full HD version with 2GB of RAM for USD 150 (~RM 650) and a larger version with a 5.5-inch Full HD screen and 3GB of RAM for USD 200 (~RM 880).

Other specs include a quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, 13-megapixel camera at the rear, and up to 32GB of internal storage. It may be retailing in both Gold and Black, with the Gold colour to feature a fingerprint sensor.

What do you think of this news from Nokia? Will it be something for you to look out for? Stay tuned to TechNave as we bring more news and coverage from Nokia.