A new OnePlus phone with a Snapdragon 662 or 665 could be coming soon starting from ~RM892

If you thought the OnePlus Nord is just a one-time mid-range tier device project, you are mistaken. According to leakster @Boby25846908 on his Twitter account, he claimed that there could be another OnePlus phone featuring a Snapdragon 662 or 665 chipset in September.

Not only did he claim that, but he also posted an estimated price range for the unannounced OnePlus phone. Set to launch in India, it could be priced in between 16k-18k rupee which is roughly around ~RM892 - ~RM1004 from direct currency conversion. On top of that, he also said that there could be a new OPPO phone releasing in early September as well. The chipset is said to be a Snapdragon 662 and priced under 20k rupee (~RM1115).

OPPO in early September: release a phone using Snapdragon 662 priced under 20k in IndiaOnePlus at the end of September: release a phone using Snapdragon 662/665 priced around 16-18k in India pic.twitter.com/s26n3S27o2

The Twitter post is pretty fishy so we would advise to take it with a pinch of salt. But should it be true, that's a very attractive price but if we had to be honest, the Snapdragon 662 and 665 might be dated by this time and would do best as mid-range devices for 4G. It's also worth mentioning that the unannounced OnePlus phone got certified to use an 18W fast charge technology.

It's still too early to say anything. But OnePlus Nord will continue to expand their mid-range tier lineup. So until then, stay tuned for more trending gadget news at TechNave.com.


First look at the honor 10, coming soon to Malaysia on 22 May 2018

Phantom Blue (left) and Phantom Green (right) honor 10

We have mentioned this quite a few times already - the honor 10 (not to be confused with View10) will be revealed globally in England on 15 May 2018. However, today we got ourselves some goodies, not only were we treated to a first look at the smartphone but as well as the official launching date for Malaysia!

According to honor Malaysia, the official honor 10 launch is scheduled for 22 May 2018. That's just after a week after its global launch and if you think about it, that's really fast as we usually have to wait for at least a month or so. Anyway, without further ado, here are our hands-on pictures below!

So here's the Phantom Blue model that we got in our hands, why is it called that is because if you look from a different angle, you will see some shades of purple appearing, or else it will look normal but still beautiful nonetheless. The dual rear camera behind is 16MP (f/1.8) + 24MP (f/1.8), along with AI Camera which should work the same as the P20 series

On the front, it carries a 5.84-inch LTPS IPS LCD display, with a 19:9 screen-to-body aspect ratio, running in 1080p. Also, if you take a closer look at the top, there's the notch with the 24MP front camera

The phone design is honor's most premium looking device yet, with curves on both sides, here's the purple shade coming out from a different angle

The honor 10 will be using a USB Type-C port, the 3.5mm headphone jack makes it too and there's an infrarred sensor on top of the phone. Camera bump is very obvious, though

Another side view of the phone, where the SIM card tray lies

So what about the price tag? Unfortunately, honor Malaysia wouldn't tell us anything so here goes our speculation. If we do a direct conversion from the China market, the 6GB + 64GB model is 2599 Yuan (~RM1609), while the 6GB + 128GB model is 2999 Yuan (~RM1856). This is their most expensive price tag and of course, we haven't added in the tax and GST yet but since Malaysia is only getting the 4GB + 128GB model, combining with the fact that honor 8 Pro was RM1999 upon its released - we are betting that it would probably be around RM2k more or less.

So what do you think of the phone? Love it or hate it? Let us know in the comments below and by the way, only Phantom Blue and Phantom Green are coming to Malaysia. Expect to see more honor 10 news at TechNave.com in the coming weeks.


First look at the honor Play smartphone + hands-on pictures

Today, honor Malaysia has given us the privilege of having a first look at the honor Play, another dedicated gaming device that is coming soon to Malaysia. Unfortunately, no price and availability were revealed to us but we do have a chance to take some hands-on pictures as well as the specifications and features of the gaming device.

Also, since there is a first look already. This also confirms that the honor Play will be coming to the Malaysia market soon. To add on to that, it will also be the first smartphone to have the GPU Turbo feature but it will only eligible for PUBG Mobile and Mobile Legends. While that seems too little, honor Malaysia will be working with other gaming brands to integrate the technology. Besides that, there's also a new 4D Gaming Experience that includes a 3D Audio Effect and AI Vibration.

So here are the two phones, coming in Pink (purple?) and Blue

NFC sensor is located on top while the bottom uses the same 3.5mm headphone jack, USB Type-C and speaker grill

Same goes for the sides, the standard home button, volume rockers and the SIM card tray

On the back, it has the 16MP (f/2.2) + 2MP (f/2.4) dual rear camera, along with the fingerprint sensor, the sticker also confirms the SIM card tray is a hybrid type

The 6.3-inch IPS LCD display will have a notch after all, also it features a Kirin 970 chipset, 4GB of RAM, 64GB storage, and runs on EMUI 8.2 (Android 8.2 Oreo) out of the box. The front houses a 16MP (f/2.0) front camera

Party Mode that allows honor Play users to sync with each other for music

That's all we have for now, stay tuned for our coverage in the near future and more honor news at TechNave.com.


First look at the tech specs of vivo's first foldable phone, vivo X Fold

vivo is planning to announce its first foldable smartphone this year. Before that happens, a tipster has listed out some tech specs that could arrive with the device. Now, let's look at what we can expect from vivo's first attempt in the segment.

According to reputable tipster Digital Chat Station, the device could possibly be named 'vivo X Fold'. It might also come with a QHD+ display that supports a 120Hz refresh rate. Although the tipster didn't mention anything, the source took a guess that it's an OLED panel. Furthermore, there could also be a punch-hole cutout on the right side for the front-facing camera.

Besides the main display, the tipster has also given out information for the one on the outside. It's said to be measured 6.5 inches and offer a fullHD+ resolution. There should be support for a 120Hz refresh rate and expected to be an OLED panel as well. Meanwhile, the display's right side will be curved like other foldable smartphones that we've seen.

Undoubtedly, the vivo X Fold will go for the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 for its performance. In terms of longevity, it could feature a 4,600mAh battery that supports 80W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. The device will also bring a quad-camera setup, consisting of a 50MP primary camera, a 48MP ultrawide camera, a 12MP telephoto camera with 2x optical zoom, and an 8MP periscope telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom. Finally, it's said to use ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanners under both displays.

Are you excited about the arrival of vivo's first foldable smartphone? Leave a comment to let us know how you feel, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone rumours.


First look at the vivo V7+ smartphone?

There's still a week to go until vivo Malaysia unveiled the latest vivo V7+, but it seems that someone got too excited about it and shared a new photo shots of the device online, thanks to the forums in India (so they say). We know that even though it has been officially launched in India, nobody really got a good look at the devices online. Anyway, check out how the device looks like below.

The black model variant, the FullView display is 5.99-inch in HD. As expected there's no physical home button at the front, but don't get your hopes up yet, the fingerprint sensor is located behind

The device's measurement is said to be 155.9  x  75.8  x  7.7 mm and weighs 160g.It looks like the SIM tray is a triple slot version with dual nano SIM and a dedicated microSD slot

A closer look at the back of the phone shows a nice dual antenna bands,the fingerprint sensor can be seen there as well along with the 16MP main camera,the front camera carries a 24MP sensor

So what do you think of the device? Does it look great? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more vivo V7+ news at TechNave.com.


First look at vivo X90 Pro+ through two leaked images from different sources

The vivo X90 series is making its way to the market by the end of the year. Before that happens, we now have the first look at the vivo X90 Pro+, which gets revealed through a leaked promo image and a real-life image.

The vivo X90 Pro+ shown in the real-life image has a huge circular modular, taking almost half of the space on the top of the rear case. It will seemingly come with four sensors, and one of those should be a periscope lens. According to a previous rumour, the vivo X90 Pro+ will also feature a customized 1-inch IMX989V camera sensor for the primary camera.

Other noticeable details include the ZEISS branding and the horizontal silver strip in the middle. The silver strip gives the illusion that the device is foldable by looking like a hinge. Going to the promo image, you can clearly see the words printed on it, which read "Xtreme Imagination". The material of the back cover is also more apparent in the promo image, which is vegan leather.

What do you think about the vivo X90 Pro+'s design? Does it suit your taste? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone leaks.


First look of the Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 in Malaysia + Mi Mix 2s price reduced to RM1799

Today Xiaomi has given us the chance to have a closer look at the latest Xiaomi Mi Max 3 which is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, up to 10GB of RAM, up to 512GB of internal memory and the ability to slide the dual-camera up at the top of the device.

In terms of tech specs, the device will come equipped with the chipset and memory configuration mentioned previously as well as 12MP f/1.8 Sony IMX 363 + 12MP telephoto lens at the rear, 24MP f/2.2 Sony IMX 576 + 2MP depth sensor front facing selfie camera, 6.39-inch Super AMOLED display with a screen resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, Android 9.0 operating system and it is powered by a 3200mAh non-removable battery.

Based on DxOMark, the Xiaomi Mi Max 3 scored 103 points which one the highest of any Xiaomi smartphones to date. Other than that, there is no news regarding the official price or even the release date of the device mentioned, other than the Xiaomi Mi Mix 2s and Mi 8 which will getting a camera software update to improve the camera of these devices as well as the price of the Xiaomi Mi Mix 2s which will be reduced down to RM1799 at all Lazada stores, Xiaomi’s official website as well as authorised dealers across Malaysia.For more updates like these, stay tuned to TechNave.com


First looks of Sony PS5 are in and many are impressed

With the Sony PlayStation 5 (PS5) getting ready for its big debut next month, Sony has allowed some media organisations in Japan to get a feel for the console. These media folks have reported on some of their findings and most seem to be impressed so far.

According to TechRadar, some big media companies managed to try the PS5 with a few games and have published their findings. One of the things mentioned was that the console's large size. Even the DualSense controller is noticeably larger than the current PS4's DS4 controller. We also see that there's an accessory that helps the PS5 stand, though it's not revealed whether this is an included accessory and if it can stand vertically without it.

You can see the accessory propping up the console at the bottom

Photo from Dengeki Online, showing the accessory that serves as a stand for the PS5

Besides that, both Dengeki Online and 4Gamer praised the PS5's fan for being surprisingly quiet. It also seemed to be very effective for keeping the console cool. However, it's noted that the console draws in quite a bit of air from the front and sides, before venting out through the back. It's clear that it would need quite a bit of space to stay well-ventilated, so it's probably not a good idea to tuck it away in a tight corner.

Regarding the performance of the console, Sony allegedly allowed media to try out a few PS5 games like Godfall and Astro's Playroom. Here, Famitsu praised how fast the game loads or restarts when they died in games. In the video, you can see that it literally takes about 3-5 seconds after dying before the scene loads back in.

Our favourite here is the amazing fast load the PS5's SSD can do and we can't wait to see more of the console in action. What about you, which PS5 feature are you excited about? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more PS5 updates.


First official national PUBG Mobile tournament is happening in Malaysia with RM60,000 grand total prize pool

Do you love PUBG Mobile and eSports in general? Great news for you, Tencent, the maker of PUBG Mobile will be hosting an official PUBG Mobile tournament in Malaysia. Called as the PUBG Mobile Malaysia National Championship (PMNC) 2018, every participating team stands a chance to bring home a grand total prize pool of RM60,000, 16 units of vivo V11i smartphones and a 1-year free mobile plan by Yoodo.

According to the registration page, the PMNC 2018 will be opened to four states in Malaysia - Johor, Sabah, Sarawak and Kuala Lumpur and only four teams per state (which means sixteen in total) will qualify to face-off in the Grand Finals in Kuala Lumpur on 26 January 2019. Below are the details of the qualifying round in each state:

Sponsored by vivo and Yoodo, the registration has already begun for all qualifiers where you can do so at the official website right here. Good luck and have fun!


First official render of the OnePlus Pad revealed, confirmed to launch this 7 February

Previously, we reported on OnePlus teasing its first-ever Android tablet with an official poster on its official Indian website. Now, the tablet has been confirmed to make its debut during OnePlus’ Cloud 11 event through an official poster which also revealed its name: OnePlus Pad.

As reported by TechRadar, the first official render of the tablet was published on OnePlus India’s website in a Halo Green shade similar to the 11 5G. The company dubs the colour a bled of “the vibrancy of life with the vastness of space”, though it may be offered in other colour options too, potentially in black similar to the 11 5G.

As for design, the OnePlus Pad sports an aluminium alloy body and a cambered frame with a singular camera at the back placed at the top centre of its rear. Besides that, no other information was given regarding the upcoming tablet.

Well, we just have to wait a few more days to know its full specs as the OnePlus Cloud 11 event it set to take place this 7 February. So, what do you guys think of the OnePlus Pad? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


First press image reveals the design of upcoming Xiaomi 12 Lite

It has been quite a while since we last saw the whereabout of the Xiaomi 12 Lite. Until now, the first press image of the device has finally appeared on the internet, revealing a similar look compared to the previously launched Xiaomi 12.

It can be seen that the Xiaomi 12 Lite will be larger than the Xiaomi 12. Besides that, there are not many differences between the two. They have the same curved display with a punch-hole cutout on the top middle and the same protruding camera module with three sensors.

The Xiaomi 12 Lite, with the codename taoyao, is expected to arrive with a 6.55-inch OLED display. It will also support a refresh rate of 120Hz and a resolution of 2400×1080 pixels. For the performance, it gets fueled by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 778G Plus processor. The device should arrive with MIUI 13 based on Android 12 as well. Lastly, the Xiaomi 12 Lite will also have the Samsung ISOCELL GW3 sensor in its primary lens, accompanied by an ultra-wide lens and a macro lens.

According to the source, the device should launch in March. Are you excited about seeing the Xiaomi 12 Lite? Leave a comment to let us know how you feel, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


A new PUBG Mobile Version 2.5 Update is coming soon for its 5th Anniversary celebration

It's no secret that PUBG Mobile is one of the most popular mobile game apps in Malaysia. If you haven't been playing for a while, you might want to check out its 5th-anniversary celebration with a packed Version 2.5 Update.

In the upcoming update, it will include a brand new build mode, World of Wonder, which will in time allow players to construct their own in-game content, from modes to maps. The World of Wonder is a free build mode to give players a brand new way to play PUBG Mobile. The beta will launch on 16 March and players can apply to become creators on a wide selection of matches including Arms Races, Deathmatches, Racing, Battle Royales, and much more.

In addition, new areas, items and rewards are coming as part of the celebration, as well as new updated Payload and Metro Royale modes. Cycle 4 Season 11 and Royale Pass Month 21 are bringing a variety of new cosmetics to unlock too.

Last but not least, PUBG Mobile is planning a new collaboration with an iconic and world-renowned car manufacturer, so stay tuned for that. PUBG Mobile is free to download on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, and its Version 2.5 Update will be coming soon.


First preview of Motorola 'Nio' reveals two punch-hole front cameras

As one of the companies listed during Qualcomm's latest Tech Summit, most expect Motorola's next flagship device to feature the Snapdragon 888 device. But sources are suggesting that this may not be the case. Besides that, a render of the device's front was also found recently.

Codenamed as 'Nio', this device allegedly appeared in Motorola's announcement about a possible Motorola G series device that will feature a Snapdragon 800 series chipset. As you can see from the image, it has the same punch-hole dual front camera setup that the Motorola G Plus has. What's interesting is that according to Voice.com, this phone will be using a Snapdragon 865 chipset instead of the new Snapdragon 888 chipset.

Aside from the chipset, this phone is expected to have 8GB of RAM, 256GB of internal storage, and a 5000mAh battery. It's going to run on Android 11 and will support DisplayPort Alternate Mode, which will allow it to have a desktop mode similar to Samsung DeX. In the video Motorola played at the recent Qualcomm Tech Summit, you can see reference to Google Stadia, media watcher, and desktop mode.

More brands should support desktop modes like this, so that part is the most exciting for us. Having said that, would a desktop mode make a brand more appealing to you? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more news.


First render of Samsung Galaxy A73 shows no changes to the design

Things are exciting for next year's Galaxy A-series lineup. Earlier, it was reported that Samsung might bring the AMD mRDNA GPU to the budget devices. Furthermore, it was also claimed that water resistance would be a common feature for the A-series. Before all of that happens, let's now take a very first look at the Galaxy A73 through this new render!

It looks like the design will not be as exciting as the features mentioned since it is identical to its predecessor. Some people may be cool with this as it sports the Galaxy S21 series' minimalistic design. However, the rectangular camera module on the rear could bring a 108MP primary sensor, which makes up the part of no design change.

The Galaxy A72 is also expected to get powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G, making it a minor upgrade from the previous Snapdragon 720G. It could get paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage as well, but it's unsure if there'll be an expansion slot this time.

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


First render of realme Pad Mini reveals large single rear camera

At the end of last year, a benchmark for realme RMP2105 was spotted on Geekbench. It was suggested that this is a variant of the realme Pad. Since then, we haven't heard much about it. But now we're finally getting a glimpse of the so-called realme Pad Mini.

The reliable @OnLeaks has provided a render (via SmartPrix) of the realme Pad Mini. It only shows the back of the tablet, but you can see that the new model has some obvious changes. First, instead of one vertical antenna band, this model has two horizontal ones across the top and bottom of the tablet. Also, the camera module is much larger than the one on the realme Pad.

As previously rumoured, the realme Pad Mini is expected to feature the Unisoc T616 chipset, 3GB or 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of storage. It should also come with an 8.7-inch display and a 6400mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging. For the cameras, the single rear camera should still be an 8MP image sensor, while the front will have a 5MP camera.

Overall, this is a smaller realme Pad that will probably be very affordable. Would you be interested in getting one? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for further updates.


First vivo Dreamers contest winner announced, 6 more to go!

Just this week, vivo Malaysia has announced their first lucky winner from the vivo Dreamers contest, the lucky winner Dianne who recently purchase a vivo smartphone was fortunate to have her IMEI number selected among the contestants to win a chance to fulfil her dream (more on that later) and she fulfilled her wish of having her brother and sister-in-law to own the latest vivo V7 smartphone.

With that, vivo Malaysia presented two brand new V7 smartphones to the lucky winner's brother and sister-in-law last Saturday (9 December 2017) and both were surprised to receive the gifts for free. So how do you join this contest and what is it all about?

Called vivo Dreamers contest, any Malaysian can participate the contest by purchasing any vivo smartphone and simply submit their wish by filling up the form and then pass it to the concept store they bought from. That wish can be anything you want, whether if it's a dinner for two at a fine dining restaurant, meeting your favourite artist at the backstage, going overseas and others. There will be a total of 7 winners until the end of the year (31 December 2017) with each winner announced every week until the last one on 10 January 2018.

Besides that, vivo Malaysia is having a Christmas season promotion at its online store at Lazada and SenHeng. To participate the vivo Dreamers contest, simply head over to their official contest page or the official Facebook post to read more about the terms and conditions. Good luck!


First winner of Celcom's "Keep Calm and Win a Perodua Axia" announced, 5 cars left to be won

Dato’ Sri Shazalli Ramly, Chief Executive Officer of Celcom Axiata and Syed Md. Najib Syed Md. Noor, Chief of Customer Service and Touchpoint Operations Officer, Celcom Axiata Berhad, with the winner, Jafri Omar and his wife, Azyra Abdul Hamid.

Celcom Axiata Berhad have announced the first lucky winner of their "Keep calm and Win a Perodua Axia" campaign which started on 15 April 2016. The winner, Jafri Omar subscribed to one of Celcom's FIRST plans and will soon bring home his brand new Perodua Axia. Another 5 Perodua Axia are left to be won for lucky new customers who sign up for Celcom's FIRST Gold or FIRST Platinum plans at the nearest Blue Cube or participating dealers until 15 July 2016.

“I wish to thank all of our new customers for signing up to Celcom’s FIRST™ Gold and FIRST™ Platinumplans, the most talked about plans today. To add in more excitement to the new subscribers, we throw in great rewards for them on a daily basis, including giving away a brand new Perodua Axia every 14 days. The campaign is to signify our great appreciation to customers who made their choice to trust Celcom Axiata in providing them the greatest internet experience. Besides the amazing price package, the amount of data offered by both FIRST™ Gold d FIRST™ Platinum would not be the only reason why we have become their provider of choice. We can assure that our newly signed up customers will truly enjoy the heightened internet experience on Celcom’s Ultrafast 4G Territory, with the best available plans in the market”, Dato’ Sri Shazalli Ramly, Chief Executive Officer of Celcom Axiata Berhad

“I was looking into subscribing a new mobile line that is worth every ringgit with the assurance of great coverage. I found out that Celcom has this wonderful FIRST plans and I am confident of Celcom’s network strength that many talk about. I chose FIRST™ Platinum as it offers great bundle of privileges, other than its rich internet experience. However it is definitely a timely surprise for me when I was notified that I have won a Perodua Axia. I am so thankful as Hari Raya is coming soon and it will be a greater celebration this year for my family. We already have plans to use the car to visit our relatives that are living away from Kuala Lumpur. The car will also ease my wife’s daily commuting to her office and also to manage our children”, Jafri Omar, 38, self-employed

Check out the Celcom site for more information and details.


FitBit Charge 4 Malaysia release: 7-day battery life and GPS at RM698

Fitbit has officially announced that their Fitbit Charge 4, will be officially available in Malaysia at the price of RM698. In terms of the notable features, the aforementioned product comes equipped with up to 7 days of battery life, as well as GPS capabilities.

Other than that, the Charge 4 also comes equipped with the Active Zone Minutes feature which is a personalized fitness tracker to guide the user towards their weekly fitness goal. Furthermore, they’ve also mentioned that they have added more new content to their Fitbit premium services as well as 40 new free content, which provides more value to the customers.

In terms of the availability date, the Fitbit Charge 4 will be available in black, rosewood, and storm blue/black starting from late-April 2020 onwards at all authorized distributors in Malaysia. There is also a special edition which comes with a granite reflective/black woven band for the price of RM798, if you want a more premium looking Charge 4.

With all that said, would you be interested in getting the Fitbit Charge 4 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.


FitBit bought over by Google for ~RM8.75 billion

Google has officially announced today, that they have recently acquired FitBit for USD2.1 billion(~RM8.75 billion) with plans for the newly acquired company to produce wearables in the future. With all that said, future wearables by Google will come with Wear OS installed instead of FitBit’s very own operating system that’s currently used most of the Fitbit wearables out there in the market.

As of now, there is no official news on when Google will be releasing new wearable devices after the acquisition of FitBit. Not only that, but there is also no information in regards to the pricing of the said wearables. Would you be interested in getting Google wearables in the future? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Fitbit Ace 3 Malaysia release: 8-day battery life and swimproof, priced at RM328

Remember about the previous Fitbit news that looks like it was inspired by Evangelion? Well, turns out that it's a real thing and it's officially called Fitbit Ace 3. Designed and made for children, the official local price is RM328 and pre-order has already begun. It will soon be available in Malaysia on 29 March 2021. (updated)

When we say it's made for children, Fitbit is really serious about it as kids from age 6 and above are allowed to wear it. The Ace 3 sports a few typical smartband features, such as animated clock faces, new accessories, steps counter and it's also swim-proof. Depending on usage, it can last up to 8 days more or less.

If the kids are creative, they can also customize their goals and track their activities, as well as monitoring their stats. Parents can monitor their sleep tracking and bedtime reminders too. Speaking of parents, the children can connect with their parents in the Fitbit app and have fun via Family Face Off challenges to win virtual milestones, badges and trophies. Parent View function is included in the app for the parents to view their children's activities via a Fitbit Family account.

On top of the price, there are other straps available which are the Minions embossed silicone accessory bands (Despicable Blue and Mischief Black) for $29.95 (~RM123). Fitbit Ace 3 is available for pre-order today at Fitbit.com and major retailers in Malaysia including All IT Hypermarket, Flash Gadgets, Harvey Norman, Lazada, Timekeeper, Thunder Match and Shopee starting 29 March 2021. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Fitbit Ace 3 details leaked, could launch on 15 March 2021

While there are many brands of fitness bands these days, Fitbit remains a top tier choice among the many options. The brand also has a presence in Malaysia too, so news of its products is relevant for us. For instance, the new rumour of a Fitbit Ace 3.

According to WinFuture (in German), the Fitbit Ace 3 will be launched on 15 March 2021. This is a fitness band series that's targeted at children. It comes in a robust plastic frame with a rubber cover and a large home button. This new model has a larger 1.47-inch OLED touchscreen (240x240 resolution) but has a simple interface that only outputs black and white colours.

In terms of features, the Fitbit Ace 3 has a pedometer and supports sleep monitoring. As for sports tracking modes, it can track users when they are running, hiking, and cycling. However, it doesn't come with other fancy features like a heart-rate sensor or GPS. While the price of the new model has not been announced, the Ace 2 retails for USD 69.95 (~RM285) so expect the Ace 3 to be roughly the same.

Having said that, are fitness bands really something that kids would want? Let us know what you think in the comments below! Also, stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Fitbit Charge 5 Malaysia release: Full-colour display, heart-rate tracking, and more for RM878

Last week, renders of a new fitness band from Fitbit appeared online. An ad for the Fitbit Charge 5 then leaked a few days ago, so it was evident that the company planned to launch it soon. In fact, the new device was officially unveiled yesterday.

While the Fitbit Charge 4 wasn't as impressive as fans expected, the Fitbit Charge 5 promises a slew of upgrades in tech specs and features. It comes with built-in GPS and GLONASS trackers, a 3-axis accelerometer, EDA sensor, infrared sensor, and more. As previously revealed, the biggest change with the new model is that it has a full-colour 1.04-inch display that's shielded by Gorilla Glass 3.

The Fitbit Charge 5 can track your location, heart rate, sleep pattern, blood oxygen level, and more in terms of features. It's also got a battery life of up to 7 days, depending on how you use it. As for the bands, you have the option of silicone bands, sport bands, nylon loop bands, and hand-crafted premium Horween leather bands.

The Fitbit Charge 5 can now be pre-ordered for RM878 but is only expected to be available on 4 October 2021. What's great is that you get 6 months of free premium membership upon pre-order or purchase. Interested in getting one for yourself? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


12MP DJI Spark mini drone officially announced for $499 (RM2135)

DJI has officially announced their DJI Spark mini drone for $499 (RM2135) which features a 12MP camera, intelligent object avoidance, gesture and phone remote controls and a lot more. Apparently there is also some form of biometric recognition with FaceAware, which activates the DJI Spark when it recognizes your face but it also offers video editing direct from your phone for easy sharing. Quite obviously, there are no Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet, but we should be able to expect it in Malaysian markets via Lazada and other third-party sellers in the coming weeks.


A new Samsung Galaxy A90 leaked video showing off a slider with a rotating dual camera

So we have been following on the Samsung Galaxy A90 for a while now. There are a lot of rumours, so far what we know that it could be the company's first true full-screen smartphone, but the cameras are keeping us in the dark. Some mockups are suggesting a pop-up camera or just a normal U-Infinity notch...until this concept video came out.

It's not just the video, but even the image render of the Galaxy A90 are already out and it looks too legit. According to the video and image render, the smartphone is utilizing a slider mechanism but only a pair of cameras will be there, meaning there's no front camera at all. If you want to take a selfie, the dual rear camera can be rotated around to the front!

So yeah, that's all we got about the latest Galaxy A90 rumoured news but out of all of them, this one takes the cake and we hope that Samsung is really using this feature because of how cool it is. The mid-range tier device is set to be unveiled next week on 10 April 2019 globally, so do stay tuned for that only at TechNave.com.


Fitbit Charge 5 to come with coloured display, priced at ~RM757

If you talk about fitness bands, Fitbit is one of the biggest brands in Malaysia. The company's Fitbit Charge series is quite popular, but last year's model didn't offer much in the way of improvements. Fortunately, Fitbit is bringing some big changes this year.

Thanks to @_snoopytech_, we have some info on the Fitbit Charge 5 via a leaked ad. It hints that the company's next premium fitness band is set to launch on 23 October 2021. In terms of design, the sides and edges are now rounded. Fitbit is also going for a shinier frame rather than the plain black it usually favours.

Specs: - "Daily Readiness Score" (only Premium)- Daily Stress Management Score- Health Metrics dashboard- GPS

As for the features, the most notable change is the display of the Fitbit Charge 5. Instead of a monochrome display, the new model comes with a full-colour screen. It will also have a GPS tracker, EDA sensor, and an ECG sensor. The device should also come with a premium subscription to Fitbit's servers.

The Fitbit Charge will allegedly retail for USD 179 (~RM757), which makes it a premium product among fitness bands. Having said that, will you be interested in getting one of these? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Fitbit Luxe review - A fashion-forward smartband

Lately, plenty of smartwatches have been launched. So you must be thinking, "What about smartbands"? Well, we have one of the latest models from Fitbit, which is the Fitbit Luxe. If you are looking for the latest smartband for yourself or a loved one, keep reading below, and the Fitbit Luxe could be your next smartband.

The Fitbit Luxe weighs 16 grams (excluding straps) and comes in Lunar White, Black Graphite, Core Orchid, and Classic Peony colours. There is also a limited edition Soft Gold Stainless Steel gorjana Parker Link Bracelet, which suits the ladies. The default set comes with a silicone strap, stainless steel body, metal buckle, and tang. As for the design, it is buttonless and has only a touchscreen display. According to Fitbit, this is the thinnest touchscreen fitness tracker to date.

What is in the box? A Fitbit Luxe, charging cable, quick start guide, an additional strap (large size)

Limited edition Soft Gold Stainless Steel gorjana Parker Link Bracelet

2 different band sizes, small (left) & large (size)

I like how light it is and how well it fits my wrist, so I wear it for every occasion, including my workout sessions and work. Personally, it looks like a bracelet to me, and it has a simple yet premium design. There is also an additional strap in the box for you to swap to if the default one doesn't fit you well. Of course, if you wish to change the straps to match your daily outfit, then you may pay a visit to their official website to check them out. There are a variety of Fitbit Luxe straps you can choose from leather to woven bands.

The Fitbit Luxe comes with stress management tools, 24/7 heart rate monitoring, active zone minutes, sleep tracking, sleep score, and other health metrics. You can also check your workout results on a smartphone if you think the smartband's display is too small for you or you want to refer to the previous chart.

Speaking of health metrics, you can also get extra details through a smartphone. This includes your breathing rate, heart rate variability, skin temperature, oxygen saturation (SpO2), and resting heart rate. But to use the health metrics features mentioned, you have to be a premium member. The smartband comes with a nice bonus of 6 months premium trial worth RM 263.94, and you could maintain your membership by paying every month or year.

Performance-wise, the Fitbit Luxe works pretty well. But the only thing that I felt was inconvenient was the workout modes in the smartband. Although there are 20+ sport modes, you can only use 6 of them at a time, which means I have to go through the Fitbit app to add or remove them. I wear it when I go jogging, and the workout results would appear on the smartband. Of course, you may go through the app to check the workout history as well.

For connectivity, the smartband will automatically connect to the smartphone that I paired it with, and notifications will then show on the smartband. It will alert you when there is an incoming phone call, and you can answer them with the smartphone nearby. You can also set alarms to alert you by vibrating or snoozing them.

Pick up or decline a call, as well as check your notification on the smartband

Check the workout result and health on the app for free with the 6-month trial

According to Fitbit, the smartband can last up to 5 days. So I tested it out and found that it can last around 6 days. It took one and a half hours to fully charge the smartband and can last up to a week, even with the Always-On display and GPS enabled when running outdoors. Fun fact, I receive e-mails from Fitbit to charge the device, which is quite cool. I also get weekly progress reports.

Overall, this smartband gave me a premium experience. Additionally, it's light to wear around no matter to a workout or as my daily wear. It works pretty well under the sun and is user-friendly too. The only thing I dislike about it is the need to add or remove sport modes via smartphone.

As for the price tag, the Fitbit Luxe comes with a price tag of RM648 along with six months of Fitbit Premium Trial that cost RM 263.94. If you are on a tight budget, you can consider the Xiaomi Band 6, Huawei Band 6, or Huawei Band 4e instead.

What do you think? Is this the smartband that you have been looking for? Let us know in the comments below, and be sure to stay tuned for more tech reviews on TechNave.com.

These are the Fitbit Luxe official tech specs:

Pros: Looks classic, very lightweight, and fits every wrist

Cons: Have to add or remove the workout mode through the app

Conclusion: Great for those who want to monitor their health


Fitbit Sense, Versa 3 and Inspire 2 release: New tracking features, improved app, and longer battery life from RM498

When it comes to smart bands, the fitness trackers from Fitbit rank among the best. Which is why it's nice to see a total of three new fitness trackers being announced - the Sense, Versa 3, and Inspire 2. These new models are now already listed on Fitbit's official website and should be available for pre-order soon.

The Fitbit Sense is the company's newest flagship fitness tracker and is equipped with new sensor and software. It has the world's first electrodermal activity (EDA) sensor, which can be used with the EDA Scan App to detect stress levels. Also, it comes with advanced heart rate tracking, a new ECG app, and an on-wrist skin temperature sensor. The Fitbit Sense will retail for RM1498 with a stainless steel body.

While not as fancy, Versa 3 does come with new features like GPS tracking and Google. The Inspire 2 is no slouch either, as it comes with new health and fitness features, as well as an improved battery life that lets it last up to 10 days. Prices for the Versa 3 and Inspire 2 have been set to RM1198 and RM498 respectively.

If you're want to know more about the new fitness trackers, do check out the official website. With that said, which model are you most interested in so far? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


Fitbit Versa 2 and Fitbit Aria Air now out in Malaysia from RM238

Awhile back, we reported that the Fitbit Versa 2 and Fitbit Aria Air had been launched globally. Now, we Fitbit lovers in Malaysia can rejoice as the smartwatch and smart scale is now here in Malaysia from RM998!

The Fitbit Versa 2 is Fitbit’s latest addition to their fitness smartwatch battery. It comes with a 5 day battery life, a larger display with an “always on” display, water resistance of up to 50 meters and more. In addition, the smartwatch is extremely customizable with multiple straps and watch faces. If you like something fancier, the Fitbit Versa 2: Special Edition comes with some elegant and classy straps.

A closer look at the special edition straps

As for the Fitbit Aria Air, it is a weighing scale that can calculate the user’s overall health. The Aria Air can track a person’s BMI and help manage body weight. Combined with the Fitbit fitness smartwatches, it can add on extra data about the user so that they can view their overall health. For those who want a more in-depth look as well as fitness advice, Fitbit Premium with a subscription plan for RM39 a month and RM335 per year.

If you’re interested in grabbing the Fitbit Versa 2, it is priced at RM998 for the vanilla variant and RM1068 for the Special Edition variant. As for the Fitbit Aria Air, it is priced at RM238 and will be available at the end of this month.

You can get the products mentioned at All IT Hypermarket, Best Denki, City Chain, Flash Gadget, Harvey Norman, Lazada, Thunder Match & Timekeeper. So will you be upgrading your health with these Fitbit products? Keep up with the latest Fitbit news in Malaysia on TechNave.com!


Fitbit Versa 2 launched with over 5 day battery life with price starting from RM998

Fitbits have always been marketed for those who love tracking and monitoring their health. Joining their huge line of fitness watches with the Fitbit Versa 2. This smartwatch comes with an array of new features such as a battery life of over 5 days and built-in Amazon Alexa.

The device comes with an upgraded processor to make it faster. A larger AMOLED screen has been implemented as well for easy viewing. With the larger screen, the smartwatch is able to help users check on text notifications, view the calendar, control Spotify and more.  When the device is left with the “Always on-display mode”, the smartwatch is able to last over 2 days. You don’t have to worry too much about the device hitting water as it is water resistant up to 50 meters.

What makes the smartwatch interesting is also the upgraded sleep tracker on the device. It comes with 4 different features to track sleep which are Sleep Score, Smart Wake, Sleep Mode and Estimated Oxygen Variation Graph. These features are designed to help users understand their sleep patterns better, ensuring better sleep and better health.

In addition, the smartwatch is fitted with a microphone to allow for fitness help from Amazon’s Alexa. It helps users locate the closest gym, figure out the calories for a dish and more. Alexa responds to questions with on screen text instead of talking back for convenience. Besides that, she can also respond to daily questions and tasks such as the weather and traffic. If users use an Android phone to connect to the device, they can even use the reply-to-texts feature.

There are over 3000 apps available on the device. To further personalize the watch as your own, there are many watch faces available as well as stat personalizations you can add on to your homescreen. Speaking of personalizations, the device also comes with different bands and accessories for different occasions such as Classic Bands, Sports Inspired Bands, Fashionable Leather and Suede bands and more. To make it even more fashionable, there’s even a designer collection featuring Kim Shui.

The Fitbit Versa 2 retails for RM998 and the Special Edition variant goes for RM1068 (both available starting September 15). Alongside the Fitbit Versa 2, the Fitbit Aria Air smart scale was also launched for RM238 (available late September). If you want more in-depth health reports, users can subscribe to Fitbit Premium for RM39 per month or RM335 per year.


Fitbit Versa officially launched in Malaysia starting at RM990

Fitbit announced their new Fitbit Versa yesterday, which is a lightweight wearable smartwatch feature packed smartwatch that helps keep track of your heart rate 24/7 and sleep-stage tracking with a battery life of up to 4 days. Not only that, the Fitbit Versa is able to function just like a normal smartwatch by enabling the user to send quick replies, make wallet free payments and utilize the music player.

Other than the features mentioned above, the Fitbit Versa also integrated female health tracking into their smartwatch. This allows the female user to log their menstrual cycles and allow the smartwatch to help them predict their cycles more accurately. The device also allows the user the change their clock faces through their Fitbit App Gallery to make their Fitbit Versa feel more personal.

The Fitbit Versa is available in 3 different colour schemes which are black on black, grey on silver, and peach on gold. It is purchasable in most major stores in Malaysia such as All IT Hypermarket, AONE Plus, Best Denki, Harvey Norman, Timekeeper, Thunder Match and Lazada starting from RM990 onwards.


Fitbit announces the Fitbit Sense, Fitbit Versa 3, as well as the Fitbit Inspire 2 from RM498

Fitbit has officially announced that from 5 October 2020 onwards, the Fitbit Sense, Fitbit Versa 3, as well as the Fitbit Inspire 2, will be available starting from as low as RM498. The aforementioned products can be purchased from authorized dealers such as allIT, Best Denki, Foto Flash, Harvey Norman, Shopee, Lazada, Timekeeper, as well as TMT from the date mentioned above.

But that’s not all, Fitbit has recently announced the Health Metrics dashboard where Fitbit Premium users in Malaysia would be able to track their health using various measurements ranging from SpO2, skin temperature, and more. If you want to find out more information regarding all the products mentioned, head over to Fitbit’s official website.

With all that said, would you be interested in purchasing any of the new Fitbit products? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Fitbit got their ventilators approved and will start production this month

The number of Covid-19 cases in our country is still unstable these days as it has soared up to 277 today compared to yesterday's 93. With that being said, it means that the fight against the pandemic is not over yet and we should be cautious to continue keeping ourselves safe. Today, it has been announced that the wearable company Fitbit has gotten its new ventilator approved by the U.S. FDA (Food and Drug Administration), and the production is scheduled to begin this month. Fitbit is another non-medical company that took an effort to join the fight by providing medical supplies.

The ventilator called Fitbit Flow has been granted emergency use authorization by the FDA, meaning it can only be used to treat people during the current health crisis. Therefore, the machine is not considered as a replacement for the traditional ventilators, as it’s designed to be used when one of the more expensive devices is not available during the pandemic. It is also worth mentioning that Fitbit's ventilators could be sold around 5,000 USD (~RM21,397), which is cheaper than the traditional ones.

Other than Fitbit, we've also seen other non-medical companies like Dyson manufacturing its own ventilators after receiving an order from the British government. However, it is said that the ventilators eventually hadn't been required. Furthermore, Tesla has also done the same thing by showing off a prototype ventilator earlier in the hope to lend a hand to the global crisis.

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


Fitbit introduces new wearables Fitbit Ionic and Fitbit Flyer for RM1399 and RM599

Fitbit recently announced that the Fitbit Ionic smartwatch will be available at major retailers across Malaysia, including Harvey Norman, All IT Hypermarket, AONE Plus supplies and services, Best Denki, Timekeeper and Thunder Match Technology, alongside their new wireless earphones the Fitbit Flyer. Both devices will be priced at RM1399 and RM590 each.

The Ionic features a new relative SpO2 sensor, making it possible to track deeper health insights like sleep apnea in the future. It also has industry-leading GPS tracking, on-device dynamic workouts, improved heart rate tracking, and water resistance up to 50 meters.

It also offers contactless payments, on-board music, smart notifications, and a variety of popular apps and clock faces available in the Fitbit App Gallery. Core features like up to 5days of battery life, automatic activity and sleep tracking, and cross-platform compatibility are still available.

Aside that, Fitbit’s first wireless earphone, the Fitbit Flyer features a durable, sweatproof design and customizable fit with an advanced sound performance.


Fitbit launches Charge 2 and Flex 2

For fitness enthusiasts and fans, Fitbit is a brand that is well known for their activity trackers. Now they have announced to new trackers that brings more to the plate – Fitbit Charge 2 and Flex 2.

The new Charge 2 is an upgrade to Charge HR, except a little more beefier than before. It still comes with all the great fitness features you’ve grown to love – automatic activity tracking, sleep tracking, move reminders, and more – but now there’s a much larger 1.5-inch touchscreen display that will be able to show you more information at a glance. You can see your reminders, steps taken, distance travelled, active time, heart rate – and it is also a watch. Not forgetting that it still can sync with your smartphone, so it will show you your calls, text and calendar alerts. It does not have any GPS built in so you need to connect it to your smartphone to take advantage of Fitbit’s Connected GPS feature.

The Flex 2 meanwhile is a redesign of the original Flex. It is now more attractive, 30% thinner and has a more versatile design. It comes in a silicone band, but you can remove the Flex 2 and put it into more fashionable cases like a metal band or a pendant necklace. You still need the Fitbit companion app for your information, as it does not come with a display. Finally, the Flex 2 is now waterproof up to 150 feet (45 metres) so you can now track your swimming activities as well.

Interested to get one? The Fitbit Charge 2 and Flex 2 will be available soon, with a recommended price of USD 149.95 (approx. RM 607) and USD 99.95 (approx. RM 404) respectively.


A new Samsung Galaxy S22 Bora Purple variant just arrived in Malaysia

Today, Samsung Malaysia has announced a new colour variant of the Samsung Galaxy S22 phone. Now available for purchase, the new colour is called Bora Purple and it will appear very soon on the company's official web portal. It is also priced at the same RM3499 when the phone made its debut.

According to Sonia Chang, VP of Global Brand Marketing Group, MX Business at Samsung Electronics, she said that Bora Purple was chosen because it "embodies optimism and a sense of calm". Also, like all the colour variants of any particular model, the Galaxy S22 Bora Purple phone features the same exact tech specs.

To refresh your memory, the Galaxy S22 features a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset, 8GB of RAM, 128GB or 256GB of storage of your choice. The Dynamic AMOLED 2x display measures 6.1-inches with a 10MP front camera, whereas the back is where the 50MP (main) + 12MP (ultrawide) + 10MP (telephoto) triple rear camera is placed. Lastly, there is a 3700mAh battery inside the hood.

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


Five Malaysian photographers honored in 2017 Sony World Photography Awards

In conjunction with the 2017 Sony World Photography Awards, the judges have spoken and shortlisted five Malaysian photographers into the world’s top ten in the awards ‘Open and Student Focus’ competition. The five photographers are Nursyafiqah Azlan, Ann Ric, Foley Hits, Jian Seng Soh, and Yong Lin Tan. Below is the list of categories and image title the participants took:

Ann Ric’s shortlisted image ‘Moody.’ is a fascinating image of the Mount Fuji and the lake Kawaguchiko, taken two days before the 2016 Fujisan Marathon. Mount Fuji, located on Honshu Island, is an active volcano, the highest peak of Japan and one of the country’s ‘Three Holy Mountains’. Shot from the lake level, the image offers an impressive view of the Mount Fuji.

Foley Hits’ shortlisted image ‘Fire Dancer’, taken in an annual fire festival in Taiwan, is an impressive colorful image capturing the ritual and festive atmosphere of the celebration. The extraordinary festival includes performances and parades in front of massive fireworks.

Soh’s shortlisted image ‘Going Home’, taken in Kyoto, Japan, is a black-and-white photograph portraying a Japanese student on his way to school. Describing his image, Soh comments: “I was surprised to see most of the young Japanese children commuting to school on a daily basis, without a guardian in sight. Their strong degree of independence has gained my respect. But what really astonished me is their culture and safety that has been developed and polished for many years. In my hometown, it is uncommon for the young to commute to school or places on their own.”

Tan’s shortlisted image ‘Fish Park’ is an extraordinary image taken from the balcony of his flat. The photograph was composited and manipulated in order to deliver the photographer’s surreal feeling of living in a concrete jungle and express his desire for freedom.

Azlan’s shortlisted image ‘Unforgettable Memories’, was taken during a family trip at Malaysia’s most renowned historical place, Melaka. It shows Azlan’s grandmother reuniting with the youngest of her grandchildren and it creates a beautiful memory to recall. The joy and sorrow of her life journey are rendered as framed photographs on the wall, forming unforgettable memories.

The photographers will now compete to win their categories and the prestigious Sony World Photography Awards’ Photographer of the Year title. The Open category winners will be announced March 28, the overall winner and the Student Focus winner revealed at an awards ceremony in London on April 20. Prizes include the latest Sony digital imagery equipment, a trip to the awards ceremony in London and $30,000 US dollars in cash prizes. The Student Focus winner will receive €30,000 (Euros) of Sony equipment for their university.

The work of all the shortlisted photographers will also be shown alongside the awards’ other shortlisted and winning images at the Sony World Photography Awards & Martin Parr – 2017 Exhibition in London from April 21-May 7.

The judges of the Sony World Photography Awards also commended eleven Malaysian photographers in the awards’ Open competition.  The photographers placed top 50 in the world for their images are:

Shortlisted images from across all competitions are available for publication at www.worldphoto.org/press. Stay tuned for more Sony news at TechNave.com.


Five-camera Nokia 9 PureView smartphone is real and is on sale for ~RM2848

Today, Nokia is proud to present their new 2019 smartphone lineup, this includes the revamped classic Nokia 210, Nokia 3.2, Nokia 4.2, Nokia 1 Plus and finally (LIKE FINALLY), the Nokia flagship that we all have been waiting for, the world's first five-camera smartphone Nokia 9 PureView. With this, we will be focusing on the flagship because it has five cameras. The rest can wait, hehe.

The Nokia 9 PureView seems to squash all the previous rumours. During the presentation, it's said that all five cameras will work simultaneously instead of just one-by-one, producing into a 60MP photo with a combination of two colour sensors and three monochromatic (black and white) sensors. Each sensor is 12MP (F/1.8) and with five of them at the user's disposal, it can collect up to 10x the amount of light than a single colour sensor. Nokia intended this for mobile photographer enthusiasts, as it also has the ability to capture images in RAW "DNG" format on the phone and an Adobe Lightroom app available. Google Photos will be able to adjust the focal points on the RAW formats as well. Oh, the front camera is 20MP (F/1.8).

Quite a nice looking smartphone, no headphone jack on board, though, and there's a hidden ToF (time of flight) sensor there too as the sixth one

Photo sample taken from the Nokia 9 PureView

In the tech specs corner, the 5.99-inch OLED PureDisplay (Gorilla Glass 5) can go up to 2K resolution. It's running on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor, 6GB of RAM, 128GB storage, a 3320mAh battery pack, that supports up to 28 hours in 4G network calls and runs on Android 9.0 Pie (Android One) out of the box. In addition to that, it also supports Qi Wireless Charging, an in-display fingerprint sensor and an IP67 water and dust rating.

Nokia 9 Pureview has already started shipping and will be ready in March 2019 for $699 (~RM2848). It's not known if Malaysia is part of this but we can't wait to look forward to it! Stay tuned for more Nokia news only at TechNave.com.


Five colour variants, 4000mAh battery and a new wireless charging for Samsung Galaxy Note 9

There is still a long way to go for the Samsung Galaxy Note 9, but thanks to the ever useful Internet leaksters, we got some information that might be of interest to you. According to sources, the company is looking to release five variants but this one is based on different colours, as well as having a 4000mAh battery and an improved wireless charging technology.

Samsung is always known for releasing a bunch of colour variants for their product lineup, so for the Galaxy Note 9, the returning colours are Midnight Black and Titanium Gray. Lilac Purple is also making a comeback but it's said to be called Lavender now, there's also a new "electric blue" and brown model that has not been named yet.

Then for the specifications, there are reasons to believe that the Galaxy Note 9 might have a 4000mAh battery because of the internal design. From the forums of Weibo, the dual rear camera are repositioned horizontally and the fingerprint sensor will be below it. With this, it somehow makes more space for the battery and the FCC listing also show a new wireless charger technology (EP-N6100) supporting 12V at 2.1A input which is really good. No mention for output, though.

Aside from that, the Galaxy Note 9 is said to feature a dual curved edge display up to 6.4-inch, housing either a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 or Exynos 9810 octa-core processor (depending on the market), 6GB of RAM and three storage variants of 64GB, 128GB and 256GB.

Samsung is planning to release the flagship at the beginning of August 2018, but we shall see. Stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Five new Moto Mod concepts revealed in Ghana

It seems the ball doesn’t stop at the Moto 360, 360-degree camera that was revealed yesterday. The unveiling of the Moto Z line in Ghana has also revealed 5 other cool Moto Mod concepts. Prepare to be blown away.

Do keep in mind though that these are merely mod concepts, which means that these are not in actual production yet and are merely ideas that Lenovo intend to demonstrate before any release plans.

The first mod revealed was a DSLR lens mod that allows you to attach an actual, real-life DSLR camera lens to your Moto Z device. It sounds incredibly awesome and exciting to be able to mount a DSLR lens unto your phone but we still don’t see how this would be possible as phone camera sensors area considerably smaller than actual DSLR sensors. We shall see about this.

The next mod is a DirectTV mod, which was intended to let users plug in a DirectTV module/stick from their phone into their TV for some streaming action. Not bad at all, not bad at all.

Next up are two cool Marshall affiliated speaker and audio mods with a familiar coined name, the ROKR. Yes, the high-end audio brand, Marshall. These audio mods are intended to be some sort of a studio-mod which will be able to play top quality audio as well as the ability to record music with a top-mounted high fidelity microphone.

Last but not least, there’s a really radical looking Action mod which is really in the gray area at the moment as its purpose is not really well known. All that was speculated is that it may be able to turn your Moto Z device into something like a GoPro. Most likely that this mod is for those extremophiles.

Well that’s that, do remember that these are still all concepts and may not even bear any fruition at all. With the Moto Z2 series coming up, these Moto Mods are sure to spice up the smartphone scene, perhaps even in Malaysia.

Be sure to stay tuned to TechNave.com for any updates on these Moto Mods as well as news on the upcoming Moto Z2 Play.


Five other products to be launched alongside the OnePlus 8T

The OnePlus 8T is arriving on 14 October and we can't wait to see what kind of upgrades that the company will bring to the already powerful OnePlus 8 series. However, it looks like OnePlus 8T won't be the only device debuting on that day. It is reported that five other devices/gadgets will make an appearance as well.

Until now, there is not much information regarding the other five products. Therefore, we could only step up in the guessing game. The source suggested that one of the products could be the brand's first smartwatch that comes with their own interpretation of the Wear OS. Besides that, there is also OnePlus Buds Z which could be launched as a cheaper version of the OnePlus Buds. The company could launch a 10,000mAh power bank too as they have never included the said accessory in their product catalog.

Upcoming OnePlus 8T to have a 120Hz refresh rate display.

Furthermore, it was rumoured that two (or at least one) OnePlus smartphones with Snapdragon 600 series smartphones could be launched by the end of 2020. Another possibility is a TV or TV-related product will be one of the five. These are all the guesses that the source has tried its best to come out with. True or not, 14 October is the day that we get to find out and it's just a few weeks away.

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


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Fix your OPPO device under an hour with OPPO's 1-Hour Flash Fix Service

Today OPPO has announced the 1-Hour Flash Fix Service, where all selected OPPO service centres will check and fix up your OPPO devices within one hour. However, it is best to note that the speed of the maintenance solely depends on whether the damages on the smartphone was serious or not.

It is best to note, that customers with an OPPO device that still has a valid warranty will not be charged with repair fees unless the damages were due to mishandling of their device. With that all being said, OPPO themselves has mentioned that if for any reason that the repair was to take longer than what was determined. They will compensate the customer by giving them a free OPPO USB Type-C cable, OPPO Headphone, Touch light and more.

What do you think of OPPO’s 1-Hour Flash Fix Service? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Flagship smartphone bearing a 150MP Samsung camera sensor could be launched in Q4 2020

Just when you thought the pixel count can't go higher, a new rumour comes to laugh at you. This new rumour claims that Samsung may be working on creating a 150MP camera sensor. Allegedly, this camera sensor will be equipped on flagship smartphones.

According to Kuma_Sleepy on Twitter, this new sensor is going to be 1-inch in size and uses Nonacell technology. It's expected to be used in a Xiaomi flagship phone that could launch as early as Q4 2020, while another two from OPPO and vivo will arrive in Q1 2021 along with the Snapdragon 875 chipset. No mention of Samsung flagship devices, but maybe the Galaxy S30 next year could have this camera sensor.

Rumor)- Samsung, 150MP, Almost 1", Nonacell- Limited to flagship pro models- Xiaomi adopted in the Q4 of this year / Oppo, Vivo combined with SD875 in the 1Q of next year(The rear design is almost similar)source : https://t.co/CCQTPTHwcm

For those who are unfamiliar with it, Nonacell tech is essentially a form of pixel binning. How it works is that it combines nine adjacent pixels into a much larger one. In this case, the rumoured 150MP sensor would give you photos of up to 16MP in max resolution. This method of pixel binning results in greater light absorption, so you'll be able to get shots with better detail even in low-light conditions.

Samsung has not made any official announcements in regards to this, so treat this as an unconfirmed rumour for now. With that said, what do you think about Samsung pushing for a continuation of the pixel war? Do the extra pixels really make a significant difference to you? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for possible updates.


Flash Malaysia join forces with Lazada Malaysia in conjunction with Black Friday and Cyber Monday

In conjunction with Lazada Malaysia’s Online Revolution Campaign, Flash Malaysia will be continuing their exclusive deals of Flash Plus 2 for the upcoming Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales on Lazada, where customers can save up to RM124 when they purchase their Flash Plus 2 devices online from 25-28 November 2016.

As usual, the device is available in both Luna Silver and Venus Gold, and also comes with two different RAM and ROM variant - the 2GB RAM and 16GB ROM is currently on sale at RM479 (previously at RM599), while the 3GB RAM and 32GB ROM is priced at RM605 (previously at RM729).

Among the unique features of the smartphone includes fast charging technology, fingerprint scanner and a booming HiFi audio system. For more information, log on to www.lazada.com.my this weekend and search for Flash Plus 2.


Flash Plus 2 coming next week with metal body and fingerprint sensor?

The announcement for the live launch of the Flash Plus 2 smartphone recently went out. Set for 17 May 2016 at 4pm, you can check them out at their site and maybe even win a Flash Plus 2 via their lucky draw. Tech specs and features have not been detailed yet, but the teaser image clearly shows a fingerprint and mentions "More than Metal" indicating that it will have a metal body and a fingerprint sensor (perhaps built into the front home button). Other tech specs likely to return include an LED flash for both front and back cameras but you can check out the teaser video for yourself below.


A new Samsung midrange smartphone will come with Exynos 9825 with One UI 3.0!

Samsung has been expanding its smartphone business with not just flagship smartphones but also mid-range and entry-level devices like the Galaxy A-series and M-series. Besides the two series, Samsung has added a new Galaxy F series in October that launched in India. Today, a new device that appeared on the GeekBench benchmark shows a new F-series that are expected to be the Galaxy F62.According to the listing, the new Galaxy F62 will be equipped with the Exynos 9825 chipset and a 6GB of RAM. The phone scores 763 points in the single-core and 1952 points in the multi-core department. It is expected to get the One UI 3.0 based on Android 11. We are expecting it to be released before late January or mid-February 2021.

As for the cameras, we believe that it will come with an improved camera module compared to the previous Galaxy F41 compromising a 64MP main camera, 12MP ultrawide angle camera, and a 5MP depth sensor with a 32MP selfie snapper. While the display may remain with the same 6.5-inch Super AMOLED FHD+ panel. Unfortunately, the Galaxy F-series is still not brought into Malaysia but hopefully, it will be in our market soon.Either way, there is still no official confirmation on the tech specs and release date of the Galaxy F62, so do take this with a pinch of salt. But will you be buying it once it’s here in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com.


Flash Plus 2 revealed with high security system, Flash Charging and more starting at $160

Today, Flash Global (formerly known as Alcatel, they're now an independent brand) has presented online their latest smartphone - the full metal Flash Plus 2 as the successor the Alcatel Flash Plus. The device will have two variants based on their memory and it will make a debut in Malaysia on 24 May 2016 with a price tag of $160 (around RM642) for the 2GB RAM + 16GB ROM version, while the 3GB RAM + 32GB ROM will cost $190 (around RM763). Below are the official specifications:

Flash Plus 2 also offers a tonne of features, which we will share briefly. For starters, its Flash Charging can reach 50% in just 30 minutes. And it supports Dual SIM Dual 4G; which means both SIM cards can be selected as data SIM, and facilitates three independent card slots, so you don’t have to sacrifice a secondary SIM or an SD card.

Fingerprint sensor can sense the user's fingerprint in any direction under 0.5 seconds, and with a Private Folder pre-installed that requires your fingerprint (could need a different one). There's also this One Finger One App feature lets you assign different fingers to open different apps.

Next, the HiFi audio system has a 32-bit advanced audio headphone DAC (AKM4375), one advanced IRD digital filter which relays audio signals in much richer details. And you can be your own DJ with the MIX creation feature too.

In the camera section, Flash Plus 2 uses a mixed autofocus solution of contrast and PDAF auto focus; this allows the device to lock on the object and capture it quickly within 0.1 seconds. What's more, Beautify Mode now works for video recording which can go up to 60fps.

Lastly, there's a Kids Mode feature. This one is for the parents who needs help on getting their babies attention by generating different animal sounds.

That's all from Flash Global for now, and remember, we will be covering the Flash Plus 2 mobile's debut in Malaysia on 24 May 2016 so stay tuned at Technave.com!


Flash Plus 2 to be on 11.11 sales promotion tomorrow on Lazada

Today, Flash Malaysia and Lazada Malaysia have joined forces for the biggest online sale of the year, the Online Revolution event, which will start tomorrow 11 November until 14 December 2016. And on 11 until 13 November 2016, customers can save up to RM100 when they purchase their Flash Plus 2 devices from Lazada.

Available in Luna Silver and Venus Gold, the Flash Plus 2 price tag has been slashed and the 2GB RAM + 16GB ROM variant will be sold at RM499 (previously at RM599) while the 3GB RAM + 32GB ROM is priced at RM619 (previously at RM729). Among the unique features of Flash Plus 2 includes fast charging technology, fingerprint scanner and a booming HiFi together, it's quite impressive for a smartphone in that price range if you ask me.

If you're interested, kindly visit the Flash Plus 2 page on Lazada to check it out.


Flash Plus 2 with Flash Charging, HiFi tech + MIX player, unique fingerprint feature just for RM599

Today, Flash Plus 2 was introduced in Malaysia as a smartphone that mainly focuses on phoneography and a unique music player for the young generation. Sporting a Helio P10 processor, 5.5-inch display, fast battery charging technology and a fingperprint support for not only for unlocking the smartphone but apps as well, customers will be be able to pre-order the Venus Gold or Luna Silver device first on Lazada at 3PM later in the afternoon, at an unbelievable price of RM599 only. To recap the specifications, you can visit our online coverage of the smartphone when it was first revealed online last week.

The rear camera, RealTone Flash and speaker on the back. The metallic cover is replaceable

Top view, charging port is at the bottom

With the young generation in mind as the target audience, Flash Plus 2 offers many features and experience on phoneography and music enjoyment. In the camera section, Flash Plus 2 adopts an integration of PDAF and contrast focusing with merely 0.1 seconds of focal alignment. It also has a rear dual colour flash lamp RealTone and front LED flash with Color Redndering Index (CRI) being up to 80, which eliminates dark light restraints.

The front camera has a 84.4-degrees ultra wide-angle lens

The Beautify Mode is available not only for selfie, but for video recording as well which can go up to 60fps. And there's also a Kids Mode feature, it's mainly for parents who needs help on getting their babies attention by generating different animal sounds.

Volume is 8 times louder than your average phone

Next, the music player is the second highlight of the smartphone. It features HiFi value-retained earphone acoustics, high volume speaker effects and even a MIX music editing function, which allows the user to create new mix on their own smartphone. The HiFi audio system has a 32-bit advanced audio headphone DAC (AKM4375), one advanced IRD digital filter which relays audio signals in much richer details.

Besides that, it also emphasize on fast battery charging with their own 9V/1.67A Flash Charging technology. Within 30 minutes, it can reach 50% easily and guarantees 9-10 hours of continuous phone call.

At the back inside the hood, features a Dual SIM Dual 4G; which means both SIM cards can be selected as data SIM, and facilitates three independent card slots, so you don’t have to sacrifice a secondary SIM or an SD card.

Last but not least, Flash Plus 2's fingerprint sensor is also quite unique in a way that the user can imprint five different fingerprints for any 5 apps or a Private folder, this is called the One Finger One App feature. Other than that, it can unlock the smartphone within 0.5 seconds in any direction.

"Flash will remain committed to fulfilling its mission of meeting the needs of young consumers who love to share and pursue quality. More importanly, we will offer young consumers who love to share and pursue quality. More importantly,we will offer premium cool and fun smart hardware for shaping customers' life of self-exploration." said Yogi Babria (middle), Flash Business Development Director, with Hans-Peter Ressel (right), Chief Executive Director of Lazada

Keep in mind that only the 2GB + 16ROM version is available for the pre-order today in Lazada.com, and shipping will start on 31 May 2016. Whereas the 3GB + 32ROM version, it is yet to be finalized but it should come around the mid of June next month with a price tag of RM729. Until then, stay tuned for more news at Technave.com!


Flash flood: KKD instructs MCMC to work with telcos and activate WiFi at temporary relief centres

The Ministry of Communications and Digital (KKD) has instructed the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to coordinate with telco companies to activate WiFi equipment at all flood temporary relief centres (PPS) nationwide. Moreover, in lieu of the nationwide flash flood, KKD is also handing out contributions worth RM1 million to flood victims in all states.

As reported by Bernama, in regard to internet access complaints and telephone lines at PPS, MCMC is prepared to provide and improve the utility for flood victims housed at PPS. Accordingly, most PPS have WiFi equipment already activated and MCMC will coordinate with telco companies to activate WiFi at all other PPS.

Fahmi also informed media personnel covering the flood situation that should they face problems in terms of internet access and phone lines, they can contact his office directly to quickly resolve the issue. As for damaged telecommunication towers in several flooded states, the KKD Minister has ordered MCMC to look into the matter and for the towers to be repaired immediately when floods have receded.

Besides that, KKD has also instructed the National Disaster Management Agency (NADMA) to also collaborate with telcos to deliver flood information through the short message system (SMS). In relation to that, KKD is also set to utilise all radio and television channels to publicise flood information and prepare for the disaster as an early warning to the people.

Speaking at a media conference after inspecting KKD Flood Assistance yesterday, Fahmi announced that fund collection to aid flood victims was via Tabung Bantuan Bencana KKD contributed by various agencies under the ministry. Moreover, the goods which would be presented are contributed by CelcomDigi and several telco companies.

These include daily necessities and food, with KKD also providing volunteers to help with flood relief nationwide. To ensure the contributions and items received are for all flood victims, Fahmi said the ministry would cooperate with the related agencies to obtain complete information on identifying the target groups.

So, what do you guys think of this initiative by KKD? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news in Malaysia and beyond.


Flood victims will get 100% rebate for Dec 2021 TNB bill, 50% discount on spare parts for Perodua vehicles

In the last week, corporations in Malaysia have been looking for ways to help the flood victims recover. Aid from these companies have been appearing mostly in the form of discounts, and this trend is continuing with Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) and Perodua.

According to the Prime Minister (via MSN), TNB plans to offer a 100% rebate on electricity bill payments to flood victims for December 2021. Moreover, Perodua will provide free tow truck services and waive the labour fees, as well as offering spare parts for Perodua vehicles at 50% discounts. On the flip side, the government won't allow another round of i-Citra withdrawals of up to RM10000 from the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF).

With that said, what else do you think the government and private sector can do to provide aid to the flood victims? Share your thoughts in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


FlyPods 3 is the new true wireless earbuds present to you by HONOR

Apart from the HONOR View 30 Pro and HONOR 9X Pro, there is also another surprise from HONOR at the launch event which was held in Barcelona. The company has announced new true wireless earbuds called HONOR FlyPods 3, and it will soon be available in China.

The HONOR FlyPods 3’s design resembles the one from the previous FlyPods Youth Edition. It will also feature a single colour surface that is streamlined and curved. For colours, the wireless earbuds will be offering two options which are white and blue.

This time, the FlyPods 3 packs a dual active noise cancellation technology to help reduce ambient noises from the environment, allowing better music and call experiences for the users. It also comes with three microphones, with the additional microphone being part of the noise cancellation technology.

Other than that, HONOR hasn’t revealed much about the earbuds regarding its other features and specifications. However, according to the President of HONOR Zhao Ming George, the FlyPods 3 will go on sale soon as he has announced on Weibo with a post.

Let us know what you think about the new true wireless earbuds from HONOR on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more cool tech news.


Flying a drone at the moment might cost you a fortune or send you to jail

Starting from now, you might want to keep your drone away for a while, as flying a drone at this moment could cause you some serious troubles. Today, the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), Air Operation (PGU) Drone Unit chief, Supt Rasha Azaldin Shafii has announced that operating a drone without permission would be illegal from now on until 12 May 2020.

From today onwards, anyone, including media practitioner, flies a drone without obtaining a permit from the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) will be a violation of the Malaysian Civil Aviation Regulations 2016 (MCAR 2016). Doing so, you “may be subject to a minimum fine of RM50,000 or three years' imprisonment for individuals, while corporations may face a maximum fine of RM100,000”.

Throughout the MCO period, there were four cases of illegal drone use occurred nationwide and further investigations on the cases are still going on. Police are also prepared to use drone jammers to ensure no drones are being flown without permission at any location. Earlier, news has reported that the Malaysia Armed Force was going to use flying drones to assist in patrolling the streets during this MCO period. Therefore, flying your drone during this time could also interrupt the operation and cause unwanted troubles.

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


Foldable 8-inch iPhone could launch in 2023

If you're a fan of iPhones and would like a foldable version, you probably have to wait for another two years. At least, that's what a well-known analyst believes. The source is forecasting that Apple will aim to ship such a device in 2023.

According to MacRumors, Kuo Ming-Chi has said that the foldable iPhone will feature an 8-inch OLED panel. Samsung will be the device's exclusive supplier of flexible OLED displays and display driver integrated chips. Moreover, Apple is expected to ship between 15 to 20 million units of foldable iPhones within 2023.

The analyst also suggests Apple will adopt the TPK Touch Solutions silver nanowire touch solution, as it will provide the company with a "long-term competitive advantage". He also believes that foldable devices will become a product category that's considered a must-have for all major smartphone brands.

Of course, analyst predictions aren't always accurate, so do take the news with a grain of salt. Having said that, it sounds like Apple is planning to make its foldable device really impressive, which is something to look forward to. Let us know what you think in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news.


Foldable GoPro Karma drone announced for $799.99 (RM3313)

GoPro have officially announced their foldable GoPro Karma drone for $799.99 (RM3313). Featuring foldable landing gear and foldable rotor arms, the drone fits into a slim and portable backpack complete with a remote control and stabilizer grip.

The remote control has a built-in display that is bright and viewable under sunlight and has some editing, playback and wireless share functions. No Malaysia release dates and pricing yet folks but it is available in the US on 23 October 2016, so keep an eye on your usual drone sellers (like Lazada or Gearbest) and they'll probably bring it in after that date.


Foldable Samsung Galaxy F could be released with a hefty price tag

If you are interested in snagging yourself Samsung’s upcoming innovative smartphone, you better save now. The foldable smartphone, which could be released under the name Samsung Galaxy F, is expected to be released in March 2019, according to Gizchina.com. The device won’t come cheap though, as the Samsung Galaxy F could be marketed for a whopping 2 million won (~RM 7366)!

The foldable smartphone is expected to be launched alongside the Samsung Galaxy S10 5G variant, a month after the original Samsung Galaxy S10 is due to be presented. The Samsung Galaxy F would most likely not support 5G. No tech specs for the smartphone has been released yet but the device will feature the Infinity Flex Display which has a 7.3 inch display that can be folded in half vertically.

The display is made out of parts invented by Samsung specifically for its foldable phones which includes an advanced composite polymer, a malleable foldable adhesive and their very own polarizer which decreases the display's thickness by 45%. While these tech specs seem solid, do take them with a pinch of salt as nothing has been confirmed just yet. Do you think the price is worth it for the Samsung Galaxy F? How much do you think the Malaysia price will be? For more updates on Samsung’s foldable smartphone, check out TechNave.com!


A new Samurai Jack game has been announced for the PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC

If you're a huge Samurai Jack fan and a gamer, you'd be delighted to know that a new Samurai Jack game is coming soon in the Summer of 2020. Called as Samurai Jack - Battle Through Time, it will be made available on the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC.

Developed by Adult Swim Games and Soleil Ltd, you will get to play as Samurai Jack across space and time. The game is in 3D retaining the familiar "Cartoon Network" feel and will be a single-player action-based game with a dozen different weapons for combat. From the trailer, it sure brings back memories and looks super fun. But of course, it's just a trailer so until then we will reserve our judgement.

Fans of the series will be happy to know that the original voice-actors are involved as well. For system requirements, it's actually quite demanding as the recommendation by Steam is having a 64-bit processor, Intel Core i7 7th Gen, 16GB of RAM, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080, DirectX v12 and more.

Are you excited about this game? Let us know and stay tuned for more cool tech news at TechNave.com.


Foldable display Huawei Mate X appears ahead of schedule on billboard, coming to Paris with P30 series?

As we await the upcoming release of the Huawei P30 series, it appears that Huawei’s foldable display Huawei Mate X has appeared on billboards ahead of schedule. Looking to have a raised edge on one side when folded, the foldable Mate X display is on the outside instead of the 2 display Samsung Galaxy Fold. It's a bit different from previous leaks but we assume that that was just Huawei being cheeky.

From the poster, it looks like the raised edge will house the cameras, probably allowing them to be the front cameras when folded and rear cameras when unfolded. This outward fold design could also mean more battery life saved since there is only one display involved but we have to wonder how strong (and scratch resistant!) the display is as it means the back of the phone is also the display when it is folded. It might need a special screen protector too. No idea if there is an in-display fingerprint sensor, but from the poster, it looks like there’s a side-mounted fingerprint / power button.

Still no confirmed tech specs or features yet but previous leaks indicate that it will have a Kirin 980 chipset, a 5-inch display when folded, an 8-inch display when unfolded and be able to utilize 5G networks. With the poster already being put up, we expect the foldable display Huawei Mate X to make an appearance with the upcoming Huawei P30 series or the MateBooks at MWC 2019 which are set for unveiling in the next few days. However, as always with such things, do take this with a pinch of salt, but we'll be on hand to check out the upcoming P30 series and MateBooks and possibly the Mate X as well, so stay tuned to TechNave.com


Foldable display Samsung Galaxy Z Flip gets revealed with SD855+, coming for ~RM6753?

Samsung’s 2nd foldable display smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip could have just been revealed entirely by leakster @rquandt complete with detailed pictures, tech specs and price. Rumoured to feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+, 8GB RAM and 256GB of storage the main focus remains the 6.7-inch foldable Infinity Flex display with 2636 x 1080 pixel resolution.

This foldable display could be in 22:9 with HDR10+ support and an “Ultra Thin Glass” cover instead of the plasticky screen protector-like cover on the previous Samsung Galaxy Fold. Once it is folded, it also has an external 1.06-inch Super AMOLED display. On the rear there will be 12MP dual rear cameras with one of them being an ultra-wide-angle camera. The front camera is expected to be 10MP with auto focus.

Other tech specs include a 3300 mAh battery with 15W quick charge and 9W Qi wireless charging. A side fingerprint reader could be featured in the power button. The Galaxy Z Flip is expected to weigh in at 183g and measure 87.4 x 73.6 x 15.4mm when folded and 167.9 x 73.6 x 6.9mm. @rquandt or Roland Quandt is generally accurate most of the time, but do take all this with a pinch of salt still.

No Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet but it is expected to come to Europe on 14 February 2020 from around 1500 euros (~RM6753). Since the Galaxy Fold arrived in Malaysia we expect the Galaxy Z Flip could also come here as well, perhaps for about RM6499? If it does, would you buy it? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Foldable iPhone and iPhone 13 in-display fingerprint sensor currently being tested

Based on a statement by macrumors.com, it seems that Apple has currently started testing their upcoming foldable iPhone, as well as the iPhone 13’s in-display fingerprint sensor. While not much is known in regards to the exact release date of the smartphones, it does give us a better idea on when to expect the smartphones when it is officially available in the global market.

But that’s not all, it seems that the iPhone 13’s in-display fingerprint sensor will function in conjunction with Face ID to ensure the highest security possible. However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Apple has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date and local pricing of both the Apple smartphones for now. What are your thoughts on both the smartphones mentioned? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Foldable iPhone could have 2 displays that combine seamlessly

With the WWDC 2020 just around the corner, there have been several leaks about Apple products in recent weeks. But now we're finally getting some action from the foldable side. A new leak now hints that Apple's rumoured foldable could feature two main screens rather than one foldable screen.

According to Jon Prosser, Apple's foldable doesn't use a foldable display. Instead, the current prototype that the company is working on apparently comes with two displays. He also said that despite the use of two display panels, they look rather seamless when combined. If this is true, then the effect would be as good as a foldable, sans the crease in the middle that many dislike.

The memes are funny — but it doesn’t look like they just stuck two phones together. Even though they’re two separate panels, when the displays are extended, it looks fairly continuous and seamless.

Besides that, Prosser also made a few claims about the device's design. The foldable iPhone is said to have rounded stainless steel edges like the iPhone 11 and won't have a notch. However, it will have a "tiny forehead" on the outer display that houses the Face ID sensors. What's interesting is that this implies that the device will have 3 displays in total, with a small outer display similar to what's used on the Galaxy Z Flip.

While Prosser has proven many times that his leaks can be fairly accurate, this foldable is supposed to be in the prototype stage so a lot of things can still change. Having said that, what do you think of the details shared so far? Would this be an iPhone you'd be interested in? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates on this.


Folding dual screen Microsoft Surface Neo tablet and Surface Duo phone running Windows 10X and Android revealed

Microsoft have recently revealed their Surface Neo tablet and Surface Duo phone with folding dual screens which can be folded inside and outside. The Surface Neo is likely the more powerful Intel powered device with Microsoft Windows 10X and a keyboard attachment that makes it look like the ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo (yeah, the keyboard leaves some of the touchscreen uncovered which then automatically sizes itself accordingly). The Surface Duo phone appears to be an Android-based Microsoft phone (Microsoft say they are working closely with Google).

The hinges for both devices appear to be 360 degrees that can be fixed, so that they can stay as a laptop or tent mode. Or they can be folded with the screens on the outside so that the Surface Duo can be used as a phone and the Surface Neo as a more traditional tablet. Both can use the Surface Pen stylus so we expect the screens to be covered with glass. The Windows 10X apparently lets you swipe stuff between screens but there’s still a gap between them.

The Surface Neo unfolded is also said to be 5.6mm thin, so this likely appears to be the same for the smaller Surface Duo. Microsoft have said that both are super lightweight as well. It’s not the first time brands have done dual screen devices and screens are the main energy guzzlers for battery life in any mobile device, so while we’re interested in the dual screen folding form factor we are wondering just how well Microsoft managed to pull it off especially when most phones are expected to last a full day.

No other tech specs or features were revealed and no Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet, but it is expected to come to the US in Holiday 2020 (probably Q4 2020) so we expect them to come to Malaysia a few months after, if they come at all. Would you be interested in a dual screen folding Microsoft tablet or Microsoft Android phone coming the end of next year? We might be, for the right price, but what do you think? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com


FoodPanda could adjust shipping rate based on how busy an area is

FoodPanda is one of the popular online food delivery services in the country. During the pandemic, the platform might have been busier than ever since everyone is staying home. According to the source, FoodPanda has been seen testing to implement a new shipping rate that varies according to how busy the area is at particular locations.

The food delivery app will display a pop-up to notify the price change before users placing the orders. It reads that "the delivery fee is higher than usual. You'll see a lower fee when it gets less busy". Many of you must have seen a similar message on e-hailing apps as well during peak hours.

At the moment, the price change has not been implemented nationwide yet, but it's possible for FoodPanda to introduce it to more areas in the future. Earlier, Grab had also tested a feature that allows users to prioritize their deliveries but, of course, requires an additional cost.

Leave your comment to share with us your thoughts on this report and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more local tech news.


FoodPandai is a tool built by local developers for you to compare prices from FoodPanda

Online food delivery service has become essential during the pandemic. There's nothing more convenient than just having your food delivered to the doorstep with just a few swipes and clicks. Other than that, many platforms are also offering various voucher codes for their customers to enjoy some attractive discounts. If you think that is still not enough for being budget, there is a website called FoodPandai which lets you compare the prices of food from FoodPanda.

FoodPandai is a simple project created by local developers. Through the website, you can compare the prices of a certain food or drink to find out which restaurant offers the cheapest option. All it needs to get the job done is to access your current location data to find the restaurants nearby.

For example, if you're craving for 'Nasi Goreng Kampung', you can just search for the food on FoodPandai. Not only it will show you which restaurant has it, but you can also save some cash by choosing the ones with lower prices. Of course, you will still be required to place your order on the FoodPanda app.

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


For just RM115 a month, getting the Samsung Galaxy Note8 from EasyPhone is sooo easy with Celcom

Do you believe in love at first sight? We did when we got to see the Samsung Galaxy Note8 first hand. Oh, Note8. Although your display is measured 6.3-inch, it's not too big for the both of us. Holding you in my hand feels just right. But there is just one problem...you cost RM3999. And what does this cheesy opening paragraph have to do with Celcom anyway?

You'll also get these Celcom FIRST Platinum Plus bonuses

If you haven't heard already, EasyPhone™ is Celcom's solution for everyone to own a smartphone of their choice at the lowest price point. With Celcom EasyPhone™, it's SOOO easy to do bigger things with Celcom. Thinking of an Apple iPhone 7 Plus? Check. A Huawei P10 Plus? Done. Now the Galaxy Note8 is one of the 23 smartphone options at a low price point and you only have to pay from RM115 per month for it. Talk about big time-savings!

Just a head's up, the RM115 applies to Celcom FIRST Platinum Plus, while FIRST Platinum, FIRST Gold Supreme and Gold Plus are also eligible, with a monthly price of RM135, RM140 and RM155 respectively. Keep in mind that you have to do this for 24 months as well.

So bottom line, look no further because you're getting the best of both worlds of low price payment and a Galaxy Note8 in your hands! What are you waiting for? Visit the nearest BlueCube or Celcom website to get one now!