Leaks hint that the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus will come with SD 875 and Android 11

Based on a GeekBench listing, it seems that the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus smartphone is expected to come equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 875 chipset as well as the Android 11 operating system. While not much is known in regards to the official release date and pricing of the aforementioned smartphone, we do know that it will most likely be unveiled somewhere between December 2020 to January 2021.

In addition to the chipset mentioned above, the Galaxy S21 Plus is expected to also come equipped with up to 8GB of RAM, 6.7-inch FHD+ 120Hz display, and a 4800mAh internal battery that supports up to 25W fast charging. Camera-wise, the phone might have a 12MP + 12MP + 64MP rear camera while the front remains largely unknown.

With all that in mind, it is safe to assume that the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra will also come equipped with the chipset and better tech specs than the ones mentioned above as well as the SPen. However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for the Samsung Galaxy S21 series for now. Would you be interested in getting the smartphone series in question as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Leaks hint that the iQOO 3 Pro will come equipped with SD865 from ~RM2415

A leak on weibo seems to hint that the vivo iQOO 3 Pro will be priced from RMB3998 (~RM2415) and it will come equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus chipset and 6.56-inch 90Hz display. Other than that, there’s not much information on whether the device will be available outside of the China market for now.

In terms of the tech specs, the source hints that the iQOO 3 Pro will come with the chipset mentioned above, up to 12GB of RAM, up to 256GB of internal storage, 6.56-inch 90Hz FHD+ display, and a 4500mAh battery with fast charging support. As for the camera, the smartphone comes equipped with a 48MP + 8MP + 13MP camera, while the front remains largely unknown.

With all that said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that vivo has yet to provide an official statement on the leaks. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date and local pricing for now.

Would you be interested in getting the vivo iQOO 3 Pro if it happens to come to Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Leaks of the Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus front panel and renders show a pill shaped hole in display

Like the Samsung Galaxy A8s, many were expecting the Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus to sport the Infinity-O display. However, leaks of the front panels as well as renders online seem to debunk this as it shows a pill shaped cutout on the display housing two cameras.

Universe Ice (@IceUniverse) shared on Twitter photos of the Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus’s protective screens as well as posted another tweet of the seemingly Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus phone. The pill shaped cutout may be placed placed on top right of the screen instead of the left.

When you find that almost all mobile phones are designed this way in 2019, you don't think this is a strange design. Samsung is only the first to do so, just like people's attitude toward the iPhone's Notch. pic.twitter.com/WbZv0BM5rM

Another leaker, Onleaks, shared some renders of the device which is similar to the leaked photos shared by Universe Ice. As expected, the smartphone looks like it is bezel-less except for the chin and the top side of the phone. As usual with any leaks and rumours, do take this info with a grain of salt. So how do you feel about this pill shaped cutout on the display? For more Samsung news, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave.com!


ASUS ZenFone 3 Max ZC553KL review - The well-priced ASUS ZenFone 3 all-rounder

Looking to replace their workhorse phone for the ZenFone 3 range, ASUS have brought in the ASUS ZenFone 3 Max ZC553KL featuring a new Qualcomm processor, streamlined metal body and 16MP rear camera. Is the 5.5-inch display version of the long-lasting ZenFone 3 Max the better version? What role does it play in the new ASUS ZenFone 3 range? Find out in our review of the ASUS ZenFone 3 Max ZC553KL below.

Quite truthfully, I didn't really think much of the original design for the ASUS ZenFone 3 Max when it was first announced. The new ASUS ZenFone 3 Max ZC553KL is thinner, sleeker and looks much like an all metal ZenFone 3 ZE552KL. It definitely looks and feels more premium than before with a more comfortable grip.

Nice compact bezels makes for a comfortable grip for the ASUS ZenFone 3 Max ZC553KL

The ASUS ZenFone 3 Max ZC553KL has a premium metal body with chrome antenna bands

At 8.3mm, the ASUS ZenFone 3 Max ZC553KL is quite thin

Featuring a 5.5-inch full HD display, the shinier chromed antenna bands make it look like a wider Apple iPhone 6S Plus. Build quality is solid with little to no flex while the rear fingerprint sensor is smaller and a bit more indented for less accidental presses. We have to admit that we like this rear fingerprint sensor design more than the front fingerprint sensor of the previous ZC520TL.

The fingerprint sensor is now on the back ~ and we like it

Here are the tech specs and features for the ASUS ZenFone 3 Max ZC553KL:

You now have a Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 processor on the ASUS ZenFone 3 Max ZC553KL

Just like the sleeker design, the tech specs and the features for the ZenFone 3 Max ZC553KL have been tweaked and improved upon compared to the previous ZenFone 3 Max ZC520TL. This includes a Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 processor over the previous MediaTek processor, a larger 5.5-inch full HD display over the previous 5.2-inch 720p display and a better 16MP rear camera with phase detection and laser autofocus. You can see the full tech specs comparison between the 2 using our comparison tool.

The PixelMaster 3.0 camera features here offer mostly everything except some features like time rewind

The new ZenFone 3 Max ZC553KL still maintains the same ASUS ZenUI features though and this includes the game broadcasting Game Genie and more. This also means that quite a lot of the 32GB of storage does get eaten up by these features (bloatware) but you can uninstall many of them. The PixelMaster 3.0 available here does seem to cut down certain features like time rewind but perhaps this is because the processor can’t handle it.

There is at least video stabilization on 720p video recording

You would think that with just the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 running it, the ASUS ZenFone 3 Max ZC553KL would be a bit underpowered, but for most purposes the phone handles really well. This includes smoothly playing back 3D runner games like Blades of Brim and even Asphalt 8: Airborne with just a bit of lag and medium quality visual settings. Other benchmarks like AnTuTu and Epic Citadel returned above average scores as well, placing it nicely in the lower midrange in terms of performance.

AnTuTu score is lower midrange for the ASUS ZenFone 3 Max ZC553KL

The ASUS ZenFone 3 Max ZC553KL managed very good scores in Epic Citadel

Performance in Asphalt 8: Airborne was playable for the ASUS ZenFone 3 Max ZC553KL

The phone does get a bit warm under the hot sun and when running games for a bit, but this is pretty much standard for most metal bodied phones. The reverse is also true as it gets quite cold in a well air conditioned room. The phone handles movies well, but audio is a bit tinny despite fairly clear sound clarity.

Details are quite clear and movies are smooth even with 4K video

Camera performance is much improved over the previous 13MP sensors in the ZenFone 2 range and the previous ZC520TL with faster and more stable autofocus and good video stabilization. Auto mode works well enough even in low-light while super resolution still lets you capture all the details. However, the clarity and sharpness of the shots still cannot match the same level of quality as say the ZenFone 3 Ultra or even the ZenFone 3 ZE552KL. All the basics are still there though and should satisfy most photography and selfie users.

Zoom in of Super Resolution ~ try to find these books from the shelf above

Video recording and time lapse show fairly good video recording performance

Battery performance is where the ZenFone 3 Max ZC553KL outshines its other ZenFone 3 siblings though, but not by much. We managed to get about 3 days and a bit more normal to midrange usage on a single charge but this is less than the previous ZenFone Max with its 7 day battery life. The phone takes up about 2 hours to charge fully to 100%.

Battery life for the ASUS ZenFone 3 ZC553KL is upwards of 3 days

Overall, the ASUS ZenFone 3 ZC553KL ticks all the boxes in terms of design, performance, battery life and price. Currently at RM869, it is well below RM1K and fairly affordable while providing a good, long-lasting smartphone experience that will satisfy Malaysia’s masses. It also looks fairly good with its thin metal body and could easily be mistaken for a more premium phone.

Battery life is also well above average, offering long lasting performance of more than 3 days. Unlike most other phones below RM1K, it can also play most games relatively well and take above average quality pictures or video. These factors combine to make it the well-priced all-rounder in the new ASUS ZenFone 3 range. However, it probably won’t satisfy the hardcore mobile gamer or the more serious photographer.

For those more demanding users we’d recommend the midrange ASUS ZenFone 3 ZE552KL or Honor 8 which you can see reviewed here and here but closest competition in this price range would be the 2GB RAM metal phones like the Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 or the 4GB RAM Wiko UFeel Prime with its more standard metal body and 13MP rear camera.


Leaks reveal details of Huawei Nova 7 SE 5G ahead of launch

As you may already know, Huawei is going to launch the Nova 7 series on 23 April 2020. At the launch, expect to see three new devices in the Nova 7 SE, Nova 7, and Nova 7 Pro. In particular, the Nova 7 SE is supposed to be an affordable mid-range 5G device and some of its details have been leaked ahead of the launch.

According to the photo leaked on SlashLeaks, the Nova 7 SE 5G is going to come with HiSilicon's new Kirin 820 5G chipset. In another leak via video, it is revealed that the phone will also have 8GB of RAM, up to 256GB of internal storage, a 4000mAh battery, and a 6.5-inch display. Additionally, the phone is most likely going to have a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

Two other features that were highlighted in the leaked photo include the 64MP main camera at the back, as well as the support for 40W fast-charging. We can also see that it has only one front camera that is believed to be a 16MP shooter. While hard to see clearly, the leaked video also seems to show that the rear camera setup is a 64MP+8MP+2MP+2MP quad-camera combination.

On its own, the Huawei Nova 7 SE seems like it'll be a great option if you want a 5G device. But what do you think, would you be interested in getting this device if it launches in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates on this phone.


Leaks suggest Samsung's Galaxy Note 20 series Unpacked event should be on 5 August starting from (~RM4278)

Could The Next Galaxy Unpacked be on 5 August 2020? Well, if we look back at the annual event by Samsung, the date actually looks legit as it happens every August so there's little doubt. Besides, this is leaked by the ever-reliable @UniverseIce on his Twitter account with some more extra details.

According to his previous tweet posts, he predicted that the upcoming Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra will be priced at $999 (~RM4278) and $1299 (~RM5562) respectively. While this "contradicts" the other news that we did earlier which is said to start from ~RM5140, do keep in mind that these are all speculations. Even @UniverseIce posted another tweet saying that a phone featuring a 1080p, 60Hz display and a regular camera for $999 is not practical.

Besides the aforementioned tech specs, the Galaxy Note 20 series is said to follow the footsteps of the Galaxy S20 series with the same 108MP camera sensor but changing the periscope up to 50x instead of 100x. The Snapdragon 865+ chipset could be on the Ultra variant only and as usual, that's for the US market. The rest of the world will get the Exynos chipset instead.

We are only a month away from the Unpacked series and Samsung is very likely to do a livestream event due to the current circumstances. Are you looking forward to it? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Leaks suggest that vivo could be releasing a tablet very soon

Based on a statement by gizmochina, it seems that an image regarding vivo’s upcoming tablet has been spotted, hinting that they could be releasing a tablet in the near future. While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date, it does give us a better idea of what to expect from vivo in the near future.

If you look closely at the images, you’ll see that the tablet comes equipped with what looks like a dual-camera setup at the rear. At the front, there doesn’t seem to be any signs of a front-facing selfie which could hint that it could come equipped with either an under-display selfie camera, pop-up camera, or none at all.

However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that vivo has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for now.

Would you be interested in getting the vivo tablet as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Leaks suggests that Apple iPhone 12 to come with 20W fast charging?

It seems that a 20W power adapter for the iPhone 12 has recently been spotted on Twitter, which gives us a better idea on what to expect when the device is unveiled in the near future. While there is no information on which device in the iPhone 12 series will be getting 20W fast charging support, the source did mention that the Pro and the Pro Max will most likely support it.

With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Apple has yet to provide an official statement on the leaks. Not only that, but there is also no news on the Malaysia release date, exact tech specs, and local pricing for the iPhone 12 series for now.

New iPhone 12 will Be Equipped with 20W Power Adapter pic.twitter.com/FBJxlJXyYW

Would you be interested in getting any of the iPhone 12 series smartphones as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Leaks suggests that the Black Shark 4 might much cheaper than expected?

It seems that images regarding the Black Shark 4 might have been spotted on TENAA, which showcases the overall design of the smartphone. Unfortunately, while not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date, it does give us a better idea on what to expect when it is officially available in the local market.

Based on a statement by gizmochina, it seems that the smartphone might be much affordable than anticipated based on what was shown in the renders. However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Black Shark has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the exact release date, tech specs, and pricing for now. What are your thoughts on the Black Shark 4 being more affordable than anticipated? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Leaks suggests the 2021 MacBook Pro will have a new design but no touch bar

A statement by Ming-Chi Kuo seems to hint that the Apple MacBook Pro that’s coming this year will come with a more squared-off design and MagSafe connector but no Touch Bar. While our source did not provide an expected release date, it does give us a better idea on what to expect when the laptop is officially available in the global market.

In terms of the tech specs, it will most likely come equipped with Apple Silicon instead of processors offered by Intel. Also, there could be a high chance that the laptop will also come with more I/O slots, allowing users to connect more devices to it.

However, do take most of the information mention 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, local pricing, and exact tech specs regarding the upcoming MacBook Pro for now.

Would you be interested in getting the new MacBook Pro as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Leakster claimed the iPhone 12 series could launch on October with pre-order and shipping dates

Earlier this month, we got some news that Apple could be considering launching two events for the upcoming iPhone 12 series. Given the current circumstances, we think it's quite possible and now with the latest leak by @jon_prosser, he tweeted that the iPhone 12 series will have its own event in October.

According to his leaks, the upcoming Apple Watch 6 series and iPad might be launch on 7 September 2020 first then followed by the iPhone 12 series on 12 October 2020. But that's not all, he even has the dates on the pre-orders and shipping week which is 12th and 19th of October respectively, as well as claiming the iPhone 12 Pro devices to come at a later date in November. @jon-prosser is quite a well-known leakster, but even he himself said that there's a good chance that dates could change in this period.

New, adjusted Apple dates!Apple Watch & iPad- Via press release- Week 37 w/c Sep 7iPhone 12 event- Week 42 w/c Oct 12iPhone 12 devices - Preorders week 42 w/c Oct 12- Shipping week 43 w/c Oct 19iPhone 12 Pro devices- Preorder and shipping in Nov (no exact date yet)

Furthermore, he also said that "for now, this is the info in the system". But we think we should just take this piece of news with a grain of salt, as he also had made some wrong predictions such as iOS changing to iPhoneOS and an AirPower charging mat which turned out to be a clone device that doesn't do anything. Nonetheless, the rumour of Apple launching two separate events cannot be ignored.

Should it be true, then it'd be the first time for Apple to do such a thing. Until then, we can only wait for the official news by the company so stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Leakster claims the vivo X100 Pro+ will have a 200MP telephoto camera

When it comes to telephoto lenses, most phones would have at least 2MP up to 50MP on rare occasions. However, well-known leakster Ice Universe tweeted that the vivo X100 Pro+ could have the first 200MP telephoto camera.

Not much information was given, but he claimed that the alleged 200MP telephoto camera would have a zoom from 1x to 100x. However, he did say that the 200MP is just a figure on paper which the phone could boost up the megapixels. He assumed the 200MP camera should be able to produce images of 18MP even with 10x zoom-in shots.

On a small note, he also said Samsung would continue using the same telephoto for the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. To refresh your memory, the current telephoto on the Galaxy S23 Ultra is still 10MP but capable of digitally zooming up to 100x, as well as having an optical zoom of 3x and 10x.

This is the first time we heard about the vivo X100 Pro+ and we assume that the company will continue to work with ZEISS for its camera-centric phone lineup. Currently, the vivo X90 uses a 50MP Sony IMX866 (main + OIS) + 12MP (ultrawide) + 12MP (telephoto) triple rear camera setup, and the photos it produces are most impressive. You can check out our review about it right here.


Leakster unveiled Samsung Galaxy Note20 series & other upcoming Galaxy products before the Unpacked livestream tonight

Just before the Samsung Unpacked livestream goes live tonight, popular leakster @evleaks just unveiled a bunch of unannounced Samsung products on his Twitter account. As teased by Samsung, the products are none other than the upcoming Galaxy Note20 series, Galaxy Tab S7, Galaxy Live Buds and the Galaxy Watch3. The Galaxy Fold 2 was nowhere to be seen.

We have a good feeling that these leaks are probably the "final" design because they have been consistently matching the previous rumours design description and the livestream is tonight. Take the Galaxy Note20 series for example, looks like there would be two variants which are the Galaxy Note20 Ultra and the vanilla variant. The Ultra version's camera module looks quite big as the Galaxy S20 series and looks like there are two new colour additions - the Mystic Bronze and Green just as the rumours said.

The Note20 Ultra (left) and Note20 (right)

Besides that, we get a good look at the Galaxy Tab S7, Galaxy Watch3 and the Galaxy Live Buds as well in Mystic Bronze. The Galaxy Tab S7 design is a reminiscence of the iPhone 5 series thanks to the white outline antenna design on the top and bottom, rumours have it that the sides will be flat as well instead of being curved. The Galaxy Live Buds and Watch3 also matched the rumours very well so this is it.

@evleaks also showcased some functionalities of the Galaxy Note20 series such as the S Pen. so we expect the S Pen to have some new tricks up its sleeve. PowerShare also makes a return, charging the Watch3 and Galaxy Live Buds charging case wirelessly, and one of the photos that shows a video recording capability has a left and right audio metre signalling a dual-mic receiver on the Galaxy Note20 series.

The Samsung Unpack will start at 10PM tonight (5 August 2020) so if you're interested to know, you can register yourself at their official website here. What do you think of the "final" design? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for our official news coverage at TechNave.com.


LeapFrog LeapBand introduced as fitness tracker and digital pet for kids

LeapFrog is introducing a fitness tracker for kids in the form of the LeapBand. The kiddie friendly smartwatch like design is neon green, blue, pink, orange and white with big, colourful buttons for controls. While it works like most other fitness trackers by tracking steps and the like, it is a mostly standalone device, so you don't need to pair it with a smartphone. It is also water resistant, so it should be sweat proof and spill proof. Unlike other fitness trackers, being more active and playing the fitness games loaded onto the LeapBand lets kids unlock pets and points to customize their pets.

Kids can choose from various types of pets, bathe them, dress them up and do all sorts of games with these pets. While it works by itself, the LeapBand is compatible with iOS and Android devices, along with LeapFrog Wireless tablets. Unfortunately, there are still no details on Malaysia release dates or pricing but it will be available in August 2014 for $40 (RM130). We expect it to appear in Toys'R'Us or other similar retailers after that. Check out the video below for now:


ASUS ZenFone 3 Max and ZenFone Live price slashed RM100 at MyCyberSales

How's your Cybersales shopping going? If you still want more, we got some news for you from ASUS Malaysia. They have announced a price promotion on two of the older ZenFone 3 series models, namely the ZenFone 3 Max (ZC520TL) and ZenFone Live (ZB501KL) for an amazing RM699 and RM499 only!

To refresh your memory, the ZenFone 3 Max (ZC520TL) is one of the most long-lasting smartphone with 4100mAh battery capacity that's able to provide up to 30 days of standby, 20 hours of talk time on 3G, 20 hours of Wi-Fi browsing time on 4G/LTE, 87 hours of music playback and 15 hours of video playback! So if you're looking for an affordable big battery smartphone, look no further than this one. Also, it charges quite fast too.

And if you're looking for an affordable selfie snapper, the ZenFone Live (ZB501KL) can be considered. It's ASUS and the world's first smartphone that features a real-time beautification technology dedicated to taking your selfie to the next level, with large pixels for 2X-greater light sensitivity and a soft-light LED selfie flash, live-streaming your selfie video as well. Additionally, it also features dual-microphone technology that reduces background noise and enhances voice pickup.

To find out more about the specifications, visit either the ZenFone 3 Max or ZenFone Live on ASUS Malaysia webpage and happy shopping!


Learn how to keep your brows on fleek at the Nova X Benefit Makeup Workshop

Making sure your eyebrows are on fleek, Huawei Malaysia is collaborating with Benefit for the Nova X Benefit Makeup Workshop on the 14th of December in Huawei’s Flagship Store in Pavilion Elite, KL from 3PM to 5PM. Besides that, you’ll be able to learn how to achieve the perfect selfie with Huawei’s nova 3 series smartphone which features a 23MP AI camera.

Benefit’s National Brow Artist, Shanice Yong will be there throughout the workshop to share with participants tips and tricks to achieve the perfect brow as well as the natural makeup look for that perfect “woke up like this” selfies. If you’re interested in joining, fill up the form here! Will you be learning how to achieve the perfect brow? For more interesting events and tech news, make sure to follow TechNave.com!


Lee Chong Wei The Movie, ONE-PUNCH MAN and many more will be streaming on YouTube Super Stream for free

What is YouTube Super Stream and why should you care? Well, before we get to that, it seems that Google Malaysia, Astro, Media Prima, Muse and WebTVAsia are collaborating together to present this programme. It's set to schedule tomorrow (15 August) until 16 September for Malaysians to binge-watch a bunch of contents which include TV dramas, anime, movies, and many many more for free.

Available and accessible on Google Malaysia's YouTube channel and the rest of the individual partner channels, there's a ton of stuff to watch online as we mentioned. According to the company, the Super Stream will kick off with many popular anime series (ONE PUNCH MAN, anyone?) tomorrow onwards until 4 September by MUSE Malaysia. Then on 17th until 23rd of August, Media Prima will launch the top Malaysia dramas, followed by TV9 Malaysia's comedy shows on 26 August until 1 September.

Then from 29th until 31st of August, WebTVAsia will premier the first 72-hour live movie marathon. We don't know what movie marathon will be included, but what we do know that the channel will continue premiering a total of 50 Malaysian blockbusters such as ‘Lee Chong Wei The Movie’, ‘Bunohan’, ‘Gol & Gincu 1&2’, ‘Nasi Lemak 2.0’ and many more from Merdeka until 16 September. Finally, Astro Gempak will be hosting their local dramas, comedies and other shows from 1st until 14th of September.

As aforementioned, you can start subscribing to the Google Malaysia YouTube channel right over here. You can also check out the complete list of Super Strem shows here as well. Sounds like it's gonna be a mighty fine time for Malaysians to enjoy these shows until Malaysia Day, so have fun! Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Lee Kwang Soo looking for Samsung Galaxy S7 edge in Malaysia tomorrow

Lee Kwang Soo, actor, model and Running Man will be coming to Malaysia tomorrow looking for the Samsung Galaxy S7 edge. Apparently, he has lost his Galaxy S7 edge and is looking for it, as you can see for yourself in the video below but for all fans of Lee Kwang Soo, this is a rare chance to see him and the newly launched Samsung Galaxy S7 edge in one go.


Left 4 Dead 2's latest update after 8 years is finally available to download!

That's right, Left 4 Dead 2 is back from the "dead" and there's a new major update after 8 years. According to Valve's announcement, The Last Stand update was solely created by the L4D community and there are new maps, new weapons, new game modes and many more.

In this latest update, The Last Stand is also a brand new campaign itself which is based on an original Survival map. If you recall, it's the part where you and your friends have to wait for a boat to arrive at a lighthouse nearby so this is sort of like a revamped level. Apart from that, there are 26 new Survival maps as well as a new Fuel Crisis (remember the shopping mall level?) levels.

In addition to that, there are also new melee weapons such as the shovel and pitchfork. A ton of other updates can be read in the L4D2 Steam page, including new animations, PvP enhancements, new Mutations, bug fixes and more. Are you ready to take The Last Stand? Good luck and have fun! Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Lego built a majestic Haunted House gaming PC for Halloween

In line with Halloween, Lego unveiled a gaming PC custom-built as a one-of-a-kind Haunted House. Not only it's majestic to look at on the outside, but the internal also gets filled with powerful hardware that can definitely withstand a power-hungry gaming session.

It takes more than 20,000 bricks to build the mansion-like machine, which looks similar to something you've seen in any horror movie or Scooby-Doo episode. Besides putting effort into the outer look, the team gets as detailed as possible by filling the inside with horror-themed elements, including a hallway filled with paintings and hunting trophies, a kitchen with a bubbling cauldron, and a massive organ. It even has a creative way to boot up by pulling on one of the gargoyle decorations.

Just in time for Halloween This monster, one-off, brick-built gaming PC is giving us the chills. pic.twitter.com/0PhL05ko8g

Coming to the technical part, the PC gets equipped with the Intel Core i9-12900K and Nvidia's ultra-powerful GeForce RTX 3090. It also has its stat screen, revealing the PC runs on 32GB of DDR5 RAM. The cooling system consists of glowing white fans illuminating the crypt and neon green water pipes that even come with a Lego spider inside.

It's unknown if the PC is up for sale, but one thing for sure is that it'll inspire more PC builders to get creative with Lego bricks. What do you think about this? Comment to share your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more interesting tech news.


Leica S3 now available for pre-order, will set you back a staggering ~RM79978

It has been a long time coming but Leica is back in the DSLR scene with a big launch. First announced in 2018, Leica has finally unveiled its latest medium-format DSLR. The new Leica S3 is a 64MP camera that comes high-end features like 15-stops of dynamic range and 4K video recording capability.

At the heart of the new camera is a Leica Maestro II processor, which provides a massive 2GB buffer that allows for up to six lossless compressed DNG (Digital Negative) images. Besides that, it will support a max ISO of 50000, continuous shooting at 3fps, and shutter speeds ranging from 60 seconds to 1/4000 of a second.

According to the official press release, it will also have a DSLR (optical) viewfinder, two memory card slots (SDXD + CF), and more. As a medium-format DSLR, its best feature is its 4K video capability. When you're shooting in 4K, you'll also be able to record video in 16-bit stereo sound and high 48 kHz bitrate.

All in all, the Leica S3 is going to be a powerful camera with plenty of bells and whistles, along with a price tag to match. This new camera from Leica is priced at a whopping USD 18995 (~RM79978), which means it's not something just anyone can buy. Honestly, we expect that only die-hard rich Leica fans or professional videographers would be willing to drop the money for it.

With that said, what are your thoughts on this camera versus the other DSLRs already on the market? Do you expect this to come to Malaysia? Let us know what you think on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Leica SL Typ-601 announced for $7450 with 24 MP CMOS Sensor and more

Leica is back with their newest camera, the Leica SL Typ-601. It is reported that the Typ-601 is made for the professional photographer only, the tech specs and features for the camera include:-

According to the German manufacturer, an electronic option will be available eventually to assist the continuous shooting mode and shutter speed. The company also wants photographers to marvel at their 4.4 MP Eye Res electronic viewfinder, because as of right now it is the highest resolution EVF on the market they can offer. Veteran photographers will be glad to know that the Typ-601 has access to 145 different high-quality lenses and they can use Leica T mount lenses without an adapter.

Design wise, the camera is made out of aluminium and looks beautiful as usual (like all Leica cameras do) thanks to its black frame. Its USB 3.0, HDMI, microphone/speaker/recorder and flash port are all placed at the left side of the camera. It will make its debut on 16 November 2015 for $7450 (RM 31889.35, yikes!). But with that said, veteran photographers probably won’t mind paying such a sum since it is a Leica.


Leica TL2 mirrorless camera announced for about RM8380

Leica officially announced their new Leica TL2 mirrorless camera. Utilizing an L-mount, the TL2 features a metal unibody machined from a single block of aluminum along with a 24MP APS-C CMOS sensor and Maestro II image processor. Highlights of the camera include ISO up to 50000, 20fps continuous shooting, 4K at 30fps / 1080 at 60fps / 720p at 120fps video recording, a 165 millisecond autofocus speed, 49-point contrast-detect AF system, 32GB storage + SD card, HDMI / USB 3.0 Type-C ports and WiFi.

A fairly large 3.7-inch touchscreen LCD lets you see mostly everything but there is no built-in viewfinder or other physical controls. You can also use your iOS or Android device as a wireless electronic viewfinder or remote shutter with the TL App. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details but it is being released in silver and black for $1950 (~RM8380).


Leica introduces the new M10-R, a full-frame 40MP rangefinder for ~RM35415

While some people look to tighten their wallets, some may still have the privilege of luxuries. Leica is one of those a brand that represents class and luxury, with a new camera that has been launched - the Leica M10-R. This is a new variant of the M10 series and it comes with a 40MP image sensor.

According to Petapixel, the Leica M10-R can be considered a version of the M10 Monochrom. While the latter only captures black and white photos, the M10-R is a rangefinder that can snap normal photos with colours. It has a 40MP full-frame sensor that's great landscape photography, with the high pixel count allowing for great cropped shots. It also has an ISO range of 100-50,000, which means it'll perform well in low light.

Besides that, the M10-R comes with a 2GB buffer memory that can snap 10 40MP images in one go. It also has the super quiet mechanical shutter introduced with the Leica M10-P, a 3-inch touchscreen display, and an optical viewfinder. Do note that there's no autofocus since it's a rangefinder so you'll have to do it the old-fashioned way, which is mostly why people get cameras like these anyway.

Leica has announced that the camera will be available in certain regions starting on 20 July 2020 for about USD 8295 (~RM35415). But will you be interested in this if it comes to Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Leica just unveiled a new smartphone that costs over ~RM7K

If you heard the word Leica, it would most probably remind you of the brand's association with Huawei. However, Leica has decided to make its own smartphones called the Leitz Phone 1. We don't think it will be launched globally as it's a Softbank exclusive in Japan but let's see what tech specs it has.

According to sources, the Leitz Phone 1 is a better version of the Sharp Aquos R6 in disguise but the design is vastly different and heavy. The phone weighs a thick metallic body at 9.5mm and 212g because of how big the camera module bump. Measuring at 1-inch, Leica is providing a silver hard casing to protect the 20MP main sensor from scratches.

ライカの「LEITZ PHONE 1」。カメラ機能は残念ながら試せずhttps://t.co/wZlU7GF85w pic.twitter.com/Z28dH8qMhm

On the front, it features a 6.6-inch IGZO OLED display and houses a 12.6MP front camera as well as supporting up to a 240Hz variable refresh rate. The tech specs inside aren't a pushover either, sporting a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset, 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage (expandable up to 1TB via microSD card). It's also IP68 dust and water-resistant rated and the battery is quite big at 5000mAh.

In Japanese Yen, the Leitz Phone 1 costs 187,920 Yen which is roughly around ~RM7028. Yup, that's one expensive camera-centric smartphone but what do you think? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


ASUS ZenFone 3 Max first impressions hands-on

Finally, the most entry-level ASUS ZenFone 3 range, the ASUS ZenFone 3 Max ZC550KL is the only ZenFone 3 to use a quad-core MediaTek processor and a 5.2-inch 720p display. It still offers updated features like a fingerprint sensor with an aluminum unibody backside. It also uses a 13MP rear camera with just a single LED flash, and also uses a microUSB port. The ASUS tech guys assure us that battery life is just as good as the ASUS ZenFone 2 Max, despite the smaller 4000 mAh battery, but perhaps this is partly due to the MediaTek processor.

Here are the ASUS ZenFone 3 Max ZC551KL tech specs:


Leica launches the ‘SOFORT’ instant camera

The world of instant photography is targeted to grow again with the new announcement from Leica. The Leica SOFORT is the company’s first compact, instant camera that builds upon the previously released Fujifilm Instax mini platform, but with enhanced features and looks.

It has a fixed 60mm (34mm equivalent) lens with an F12.7 aperture, an integrated flash, eight operation modes, 1/8 to 1/400s mechanical shutter and a rear optical 0.37x viewfinder. It accepts Fujifilm Instax mini film pack, and Leica will be releasing three new instant film pack options: a colour film pack with 10 exposures, a colour film double pack with 20 exposures, and a monochrome film pack with 10 exposures.

The SOFORT will come in three colour combinations – white & black, orange & black, and mint & black. No pricing has yet to be announced, but we expect with the Leica branding, it will not be in the realm of affordable. Stay tuned to TechNave as we bring more news on the SOFORT.


Leica responded to rumours of their partnership with Huawei coming to an end

A few days ago, a tweet by @RODENT950 was posted claiming that the upcoming Huawei P50 series could be the last smartphone lineup using Leica lenses. The original poster also claimed that Leica is currently looking for a new manufacturer such as HONOR, Xiaomi or even Sharp.

While the candidates do seem promising, he also posted another tweet with just "Xiaomi + Leica" hinting that it's a possible collaboration. With the news going on, it didn't take long for Leica to respond to the rumours. Below is the official statement from the camera company:

"The trustful and long-term technology partnership with the Huawei Consumer Business Group exists since 2015. Since the beginning the partnership brings huge value to consumers as well as to both companies. As the cooperation still continues, the associated compliance with all confidentialities is of course preserved. The partners have agreed to secrecy about any details of the contract. Please understand that we will not be commenting on this."

The collaboration between Leica and Huawei is apparently coming to an end P50 series will be last Leica Huawei phone and Leica is looking for a new manufacturer for its brand. Honor / Xiaomi / Sharp etc https://t.co/QJJ4OdmMDT

We can only wait and see what becomes of Huawei and Leica's partnership when the P50 series allegedly launches in early June. Until then, do take this news with a grain of salt and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Lenovo 10w Tablet & 13w Yoga release: Snapdragon 7c-powered tablet and AMD Ryzen laptop for students and teachers, prices from ~RM1379

For e-learning, parents often look for cheap devices like Chromebooks. But Chromebooks can't beat the sheer versatility of a Windows laptop, so are there any that are affordable enough? Well, the two new Windows 11 devices from Lenovo could fit the bill.

Yesterday, Lenovo introduced its Lenovo 10w Tablet and Lenovo 13w Yoga in the US. These are Windows devices, but the former is a tablet while the other is a convertible laptop. They come with the Lenovo NetFilter, an AI-driven software that provides Internet filtering and network threat protection. Also, they both have VirtualXR, an educational initiative that offers e-learning via virtual reality.

In terms of specs, the Lenovo 10w Tablet comes with a Snapdragon 7c chipset, up to 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM, and up to 128GB of eMMC storage. It also has a 10.1-inch FHD+ display, 8MP rear camera, 2MP front camera, and a detachable keyboard. As for the Lenovo 13w Yoga, this is a convertible laptop powered by an AMD Ryzen 5000 series CPU. Moreover, it can have a maximum of 16GB of DDR4 RAM and 512GB of PCIe SSD storage. Its display is a larger 13.3-inch FHD panel.

Lenovo hasn't confirmed if these two models would be available in Malaysia. But the company did say that both will be officially out in April 2022. You can refer to the prices below. With that said, would you be interested in getting one for your kids? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news on the latest product releases.


Lenovo A12 laptop to be released on 8 February as an alternative to the Yoga Book

So back at the end of January, we talked about a new mysterious Lenovo laptop that seems to be a newer version of the Yoga Book, which was released in Malaysia in December last year. But it’s official, the lesser Yoga Book is indeed called the Lenovo A12, check out the tech-specs below:

Like the Yoga Book, the A12 can be used in laptop, tent, flat or tablet mode. The Halo Keyboard is present as well and should work the same way as the Yoga Book with the haptic feedback, artificial-learning software, and built-in protection. It should also be noted that it comes with a stylus for writing on the Halo keyboard.

It will be on sale for $299 (around RM1326) on the official Lenovo website on 8 February, and comes in Gunmetal Grey or Rose Gold. Stay tuned for more Lenovo news at Technave.com.


Lenovo A1900 budget smartphone unveiled at only USD60 (RM223)

Lenovo’s latest model is a budget phone with attractive features. The Lenovo A1900 has been released this month for the China market. At the price of only USD60 (RM223), the phone targets budget-conscious users. Although it is an entry-level device, it packs decent performance with the following tech specs: a 1.2GHz quad-core Spreadtrum SC7730 chipset and Mali-400 GPU, 512MB RAM, 4GB built-in storage with expandable micro-SD, 4-inch IPS LCD (800x480 pixels) display with 233 pixels per-inch, dual-SIM compatibility, tri-band 2G, 2100MHz 3G connectivity, GPS, Wi-Fi, FM radio and 1500mAh battery. The device measures 121 x 62 x 9.5mm weighing 117g. Unfortunately this model may only be exclusively retailed in China. There is no news yet about Malaysia release dates or local pricing details but we could see it at third-party sellers.


Lenovo A6600, P2, K6 Power and K6 Note hands-on video

(L-R) Lenovo P2, K6 Note, K6 Power and A6600

So Lenovo Mobile Malaysia surprised us today with 4 new devices, namely the Lenovo A6600, P2, K6 Power and K6 Note. The A6600 is the cheapest of the bunch, while the other three are packing some serious battery power with 5100 mAh (P2) and 4000 mAh (K6 series). Check out our hands-on video below, and to know more about the tech-specs, visit here to check it out!


Lenovo A805e announced with 64-bit quad-core Snapdragon 410 below $200 (RM641)

As the 64-bit revolution begins for smartphones and mobile devices, it appears that such devices won't be that expensive when they do come as Lenovo recently proved. The company has announced the Lenovo A805e phablet with tech specs that include a 64-bit 1.2GHZ Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 processor. Other tech specs and features include 1GB of RAM, 8GB of storage, a 5.5-inch display with 540 x 960 pixel resolution, 8MP rear camera and 2500 mAh battery. It will also support 4G LTE, NFC abd dual-SIM. Released in China for now, it will come with an artificial leather backside for a more comfortable grip and Android KitKat 4.4.2. While there are still no details on Malaysia pricing or release dates, it is expected to be priced below $200 (RM641). If it retains this same price tag when or if it comes here to Malaysia, it should stir up the midrange market even more so stay tuned for more developments.


Lenovo Beacon offers Home Cloud NAS storage and media hub

Looking to offer another device range from Lenovo is the Lenovo Beacon which looks to be a home NAS with cloud storage and streaming functions along with up to 6TB of storage. The Beacon looks like a squashed up accordian but it offer two hard disk drive bays and is powered by a dual-core Intel Atom processor. Other tech specs and features include a HDMI port, Ethernet port and two USB ports. In terms of features it can smoothly stream media to a PC or Android device, but this is probably through a WiFi router. The Lenoco Beacon will be available in black, blue, gray and orange with a Malaysia release date expected from April 2014. Pricing is expected to be at $199 (RM655) which is actually quite low considering the price of a standard dual-bay NAS in the market.[Source]


Lenovo Carnival Weekend offers great deals on big battery phones, Moto M, Moto Z, Moto Z Play, Moto Mods and more

If you're wondering what to do this long weekend and you're also looking for a new phone then Lenovo has a great offer for you with their Lenovo Carnival Weekend from 29 April 2017 till 1 May 2017. Just go to participating outlets to pick up the Lenovo K6 Note, Lenovo K6 Power, Lenovo A6600 Plus, Moto M, Moto Z and Moto Z Play.

Free gifts include casings, screen protectors and bluetooth speakers while those who get the Moto Z or Moto Z Play can get discounts from RM150 to RM430 on any of the 4 Moto Mods (JBL SoundBoost, Incipio OffGRID Power Pack, Hasselblad True Zoom, Insta-Share Projector). Check out lenovomobile.com.my/campaigns/carnival-weekends/ for more information.


Lenovo Concept Store grand opening in Subang Jaya by DirectD

Today, DirectD has officiated their grand opening of the Lenovo Concept Store this Saturday morning and to celebrate this event, customers were able to stand a chance to bring home some selected exciting Lenovo devices such as the Lenovo Vibe X3, Lenovo K4 Note, Lenovo Tab 2, Lenovo S1 Lite, and the Lenovo A2010, as well as accessories which are all sold out at a 50% promotion.

The Lenovo Concept store is located at No 58, Jalana SS15/4B, 47500 Subang Jaya

(L-R) Er Chee Meng, DirectD Manager; Issac Choong, DirectD Manager; William Chan, DirectD Manager; Tommy Tee, DirectD Manager; Foo Mun Yee, Country Leader of Lenovo Malaysia; Tee Ang Kuan, Group General Manager of ECS Astar Sdn Bhd; Calvin Tan, Product Manager of Ingram Micro Malaysia Sdn Bhd; and Alex Khor, Head of Sales, Era International Network Sdn Bhd doing the ribbon cutting ceremony

Customers checking out the Lenovo devices

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ASUS ZenFone 3 Max now available in Malaysia, release dates for Laser and Deluxe also revealed

ASUS Malaysia recently revealed that their ASUS ZenFone 3 Max ZC520TL smartphone is now available at the online ASUS Malaysia Store for RM799. Joining the ZenFone 3 ZE552KL and ZE520KL alongside the ZenFone 3 Ultra ZU680KL, the good folks at ASUS Malaysia also revealed that the ZenFone 3 Laser ZC551KL going for RM999 will be available in mid-October 2016.

The ASUS ZenFone 3 Deluxe will also be available in mid-October 2016 with the ZS570KL powered by a Snapdragon 821 processor and 6GB RAM priced at RM3299, while the ZS570KL powered by a Snapdragon 820 processor will go for RM2559.


Lenovo Geek Pro G5000 coming soon, has 115W Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 GPU

Looking for a gaming laptop with solid mid-range performance without being too bulky? Then you might want to look out for the upcoming Lenovo Geek Pro G5000. Lenovo is planning to launch this laptop soon, and it's got some new hardware to impress.

Lenovo has recently announced that it would be launching the new Geek Pro G5000 soon. It will feature the latest generation of PC hardware like the 13th Gen Intel Core i5 CPU and an Nvidia GeForce RTX4050 or RTX4060 GPU. The variant with an RTX4060 GPU can support up to 115W of power, which should allow the laptop to deliver relatively good graphical performance in games.

The Geek Pro G5000 will also come with a 15.6-inch display with a 165Hz refresh rate, a 1TB SSD, and an extra M.2 SSD slot. Since it has the latest Nvidia GPUs, the laptop will have features like DLSS 3, Dynamic Boost 2.0, and AV1 encoding. As for the design, the pictures currently revealed don't show much. But we did notice that it has a Numpad.

We're not sure if this laptop would become available in Malaysia, but it could be interesting if the price is affordable. For now, we'll keep an eye out for updates on it, so stay tuned to TechNave for further news.


Lenovo Google Nexus 6 concept render goes for colour and curves

While the Google Nexus 5 is still a fairly new smartphone, many are already wondering how the next version, the Google Nexus 6 smartphone may look like. True, LG made the last two Google Nexus smartphones, but new rumours indicate that we could see the next version being made by Lenovo, which recently bought out Motorola. This has resulted in a concept render from 91mobiles.com which is both curved and colourful. Tech specs and features are still mostly rumours but point towards a 3GHz quad-core Qualcomm processor, 3GB RAM, 32GB / 64GB / 128GB storage, 13MP rear camera, 5MP front camera, a 5.2-inch curved display with full HD 1080p pixel resolutions. It could also have a self-healing backside, although if it does have such a LG G Flex-like feature, it seems more likely that it would be made by LG than Lenovo. No news on Malaysia pricing or release dates but we're expecting the Google Nexus 6 to get announced in Q4 of 2014, around the same time as the Google Nexus 5 announcement last year. For now, check out the concept render below:


Lenovo Hari Raya Promotion starts now with vouchers, free gifts, extended warranty and discount prices from RM249

The Raya festive season is coming soon and you know what that means - more promotion sales! Lenovo Malaysia is now doing a Hari Raya Promotion sales for selected products which include the Legion series, Yoga series, IdeaPad series and a special discount for the Star Wars: Jedi Challenges on top of any purchase of Lenovo products! In addition, there's also a Lenovo PremiumCare at a special price on all products.

The promotion has already started until 15 July 2018 so customers who purchase the selected products from the company's all-in-one desktop, Yoga and Legion gaming laptops will get to enjoy a discount price with free gifts and vouchers worth up to RM500. As for the Star Wars: Jedi Challenges, the discounted price is now only RM249 for the whole month of June with a new update “Lightsaber Versus Mode” by popular demand.

Then for the Lenovo PremiumCare, the warranty service has been extended to 15 July 2018 as well. Customers who purchase selected Lenovo consumer notebooks in-store are eligible to upgrade from Standard Limited Warranty to two types of Lenovo PremiumCare warranty and are able to address any technical issues to the Lenovo PremiumCare Call Centre any time 24/7.

Anyway, enough of that now. Below is the list of Lenovo products for the promotion.

For more information on Lenovo’s products, promotions and Lenovo PremiumCare, you can visit either one of the links below and stay tuned for more Lenovo news at TechNave.com.


Lenovo IdeaPad 1 review: An entry-level laptop worth considering

Finding a decent Windows laptop on a limited budget isn't always easy. But if you plan to get an entry-level laptop, the new Lenovo IdeaPad 1 could be a great option.

The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 has an AMD Ryzen 7020U CPU, a full HD display, a comfortable keyboard, and a nice texture to its body. This 14-inch laptop boasts a lightweight body for better portability and delivers enough performance for the average user. Of course, it compromises in some areas to keep pricing low. But without further ado, check out our review to find out what this laptop is all about.

Sleek silver colour that won't go out of style

Simple and neat Lenovo logo at the corner

Considering the thickness, the weight and size are standard enough

The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 has a simple design similar to its predecessor. It adopts the ever-popular silver-grey colour scheme, with the Lenovo logo on the corner of the lid to keep it recognisable. But unlike more expensive laptops, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 features an all-plastic body. That's how Lenovo kept the weight at about 1.4kg, considering how thick it is at 17.9mm.

On opening the lid, you'll see that the laptop features a 14-inch FHD screen. Unlike many laptops, it's a matte display with an anti-glare coating and a screen-to-body ratio of 86%. There's a front-facing video camera right above the screen, complete with a physical shutter to block it when you want to secure your privacy. Although the 14-inch screen is large enough, the relatively thick top and bottom bezels make it look somewhat inferior to other laptops.

Cooling vents and speakers at the bottom

Physical shutter to block the lens when it isn't in use

Unfortunately, the display isn't that great. It's prone to backlight bleed and has a blueish tint that's especially noticeable when browsing web pages with mostly white backgrounds or when opening Word files. That's less than ideal for general use, as you might lose track of your mouse cursor due to the backlight bleed.

Moving on, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 has a standard keyboard layout. While it doesn't come with the now mainstream power+fingerprint reader button, you can turn on the computer simply by flipping the cover open. On the other hand, the power button became redundant, so it would have been nice if it doubled as a fingerprint reader for extra security.

Power button feels redundant since you can power on the laptop by flipping the cover

It's worth mentioning that this laptop has a great keyboard. At first glance, the keys have a soft plastic look. But they feel good to type on, so the overall typing experience is pleasant, which is beyond expectations for an entry-level laptop. The touchpad's size is decent, but you need to apply more pressure for 'clicks' to register. It takes a bit of getting used to, but it's not too bad overall.

In terms of USB ports, you get a USB-A 3.2 Gen1 port, a USB-C 3.2 Gen1 port, a USB 2.0 port, an HDMI port, an SD card reader, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. That's enough for the average user, but an extra Thunder Bolt 4 Type-C port would have been great.

Plenty of I/O ports, but no charging support for the USB-C port

Speaking of Type-C ports, the one here can only be used for file transfers. We would have preferred that it came with support for power delivery, so you can use it to charge your mobile devices. But alas, that's not something you get on this entry-level laptop.

Another thing worth mentioning is that the lid can be opened to a nearly 180° angle. This can be handy in scenarios where you have to show someone something. Support for tent mode angles would have been better, but again it isn't something you would normally get at this price range.

Next, let's take a look at the core specs for the Lenovo IdeaPad 1. The laptop has an AMD Ryzen 3 7320U CPU, AMD Radeon 610M GPU, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of SSD storage. For the average desk worker or student, it's enough to fulfil your study, work productivity and entertainment needs.

For your info, the Ryzen 3 7320U CPU is a 4-core 8-thread processor that clocks up to 4.1-GHz. As for the GPU, it's an integrated 2CU RDNA2 that's clocked at 1.9GHz and has a default TDP of 15W. There are also two slots with support for up to 5500MHz LPDDR5 RAMs.

As usual, we tested the laptop with PCMark 10 and 3DMark. In PCMark's tests, the Lenovo Ideapad 1 scored 4388 points. That's good enough for daily office work and some productivity software, but don't expect to do any digital content creation on it.

For gaming, don't expect to play anything aside from Minesweeper on the Lenovo IdeaPad 1. In 3DMark's Time Spy, the laptop scored a mere 631 points. The highest recorded frame rate was 3.70 FPS, while the lowest was 3.13 FPS. That's not what you want to see if gaming is important to you.

Audio quality is decent enough, thanks to a pair of stereo speakers that support Dolby sound effects. This laptop has loud enough volume, but you don't get that popping sound even if you max it at 100%. As a result, watching videos or listening to music on this laptop was surprisingly good. That's rare for an entry-level notebook, so we'll give it the win here.

For its battery, the IdeaPad 1 packs a 42Wh battery and supports USB-C charging via a 65W power adapter. We used the laptop for our regular work in "Balanced Mode" to test the battery life. The result is the battery going from 93% to 29% within 4 hours.

Our workflow includes opening web pages to source news, working on work processors (Google Docs), and the occasional video calls with colleagues. We'd also watch movies or listen to music on YouTube or Spotify in our free time. Overall, the laptop's battery life is acceptable if you consider how we'd have so many programs open simultaneously.

Google Chrome really is the king of battery drain

The performance of video playback battery life isn't bad

The battery life can vary when you're watching videos. We did a separate test by watching YouTube with the screen brightness at 50% and the volume at 100%. The battery dropped from 100% to 86% after 1 hour and 74% after 2 hours. On average, that's 10% of battery life per hour. If you're merely watching videos on YouTube, you can expect up to 10 hours of battery life. Of course, assuming you don't do anything else the entire time.

Lastly, we tested how fast the laptop would recharge. The IdeaPad 1 went from 29% to 100% within two hours, which is quite good. Also, Lenovo claims you can get around 2 hours of battery life with a 15-minute charge. That's great if you don't have much time and are always on the move.

The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 is suitable for people with simple web browsing or word processing needs. Its keyboard feels great, and the speakers are surprisingly good for entry-level notebooks. It's also light enough and has plenty of I/O ports, including an SD card reader.

Overall, it's pretty much what you'd expect from an entry-level laptop in terms of appearance and performance. Unfortunately, it suffers from poor battery life due to the small 42Wh battery. Also, the display has a glaring backlight bleed problem despite the anti-glare (ironic) coating. But if you're not too bothered by these issues, it's a laptop worth considering.

The 15-inch Lenovo IdeaPad 1 is currently the only model available in Malaysia. But besides the screen size, the variants don't differ that much from each other. For RM2000, it's an entry-level laptop that will fit the budgets of many.

That's it for our Lenovo IdeaPad 1 review! What do you think about it? Is this a laptop you'd consider buying? Let us know in the comments on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more reviews like this.

Pros: Thin and light body, good typing experience, loud volume

Cons: Screen backlight bleed, poor battery life

Conclusion: Suitable for users who do light work, word processing, and general Internet access


Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 Malaysia release: Flexible form factor, Privacy Shutter, and noise-cancelling microphone from RM2399

Lenovo is on a roll in the last few weeks, launching a variety of new PCs like the new Legion and ThinkPad laptops. Today, the company is adding a new member to its IdeaPad family and it's a 2-in-1 model featuring AMD's Ryzen 4000 Mobile series CPUs - the IdeaPad Flex 5.

As the name suggests, the IdeaPad Flex 5 is a flexible device. It can be used in standard laptop orientation, laid flat like a tablet, or placed in tent mode. When used normally, you'll be able to the keyboard, while the tablet mode will allow you to use a stylus with the touch screen. The bezels on this screen are pretty narrow too, so watch videos on it should feel quite immersive.

In terms of tech specs, you'll get to choose either the AMD Ryzen 3 4300U, Ryzen 5 4500U or Ryzen 7 4700U CPUs. It'll also have up to 16GB of DDR4 RAM, up to 1TB of SSD, and a battery of unconfirmed sized that can run 13 hours of 1080p video playback. Additionally, the laptop comes with a fingerprint scanner, Privacy Shutter for the 720p webcam, and dual noise-cancelling microphone, so it should be great for video calls too.

Considering that the price for this laptop starts at RM2399, it could be a great option for those of you who are looking for an affordable one with a touchscreen. If you want to know more, you can check out the product page for the laptop. Do let us know what you think about this new model in the comments on our Facebook page! And for more news like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 series: 165Hz display and up to 12th Gen Intel Core, AMD Ryzen Series or GeForce RTX 3060 GPU

Today, Lenovo introduced two new gaming laptops but they aren't the Legion series. In fact, it's the new IdeaPad Gaming 3i and IdeaPad Gaming 3. The company said that these two are aimed towards the younger gamers who want competent gaming tech specs and features.

Coming in 15 and 16-inch for the Gaming 3i and Gaming 3 respectively, these gaming laptops have up to a 165Hz refresh rate display, an option of up to 12th Gen Intel Core i7 H-series processors or with AMD Ryzen 6000 Series processors. Alternately, they also have an option of up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU or the option of Intel Arc Graphics.

In addition, the Gaming 3i and Gaming 3 laptops offer up to WQHD+ (2560 x 1600) IPS 16:10 display with 100% sRGB colour gamut and 500 nits brightness. Also available is the more compact 15.6-inch WQHD (2560 x 1440) 16:9 display option. Like most gaming laptops, they have a quad vent thermal technology that allows for quieter, more efficient cooling performance from an optimized ventilation rate of up to 20% larger than its previous generation.

On top of that, they are also equipped with a Nahimic Audio 3D Sound System, a 1080P FHD webcam with a shutter and an optional 4-zone RGB backlighting. Xbox Game Pass is also available which is great although that can't be said the same for Malaysian consumers since it's not officially available.

Last but not least, Lenovo also introduced a new Legion M600s Qi Wireless Gaming Mouse. It weighs 75g and 19,000 DPI via Pixart 3370, 80-million-click rated optical micro-switches and up to six programmable buttons. The RGB is fully programable with nearly 16.8 million colour combinations.

Lenovo Malaysia focuses more on the Legion series for gamers in Malaysia but it would be interesting to see if the company imports the IdeaPad Gaming 3 series. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Lenovo IdeaPad K1 Review

Lenovo, like other companies in the electronic industry has finally entered the market of Android tablet making with its 10.1-inch screen tablet named IdeaPad K1. It will run Android 3.1 Honeycomb when it ships and packs a two-cell battery that promises to supply up to 10 hours of battery life.

Unlike the standard Honeycomb interface, the IdeaPad K1’s interface is enhanced from its home screen down to its Android buttons. The IdeaPad K1’s Launcher-a widget will allow you to launch your media player, e-Reader, internet browser, and mail. It also has the ability to end applications from the layers menu. There is also a rotatable widget that you can turn like a wheel which shows six thumbnails of your favorite apps.Lenovo IdeaPad K1: Design & Build

The K1 is very elegant with its deep red back panel, matte finish, chrome-colored back and side trim. Although it is not the thinnest tablet, the IdeaPad K1 is the most attractive tablet I’ve ever seen. There are three back panel colors to choose from – black leather, red, and white.Lenovo IdeaPad K1: Battery

With constant web surfing, the IdeaPad K1 lasted for 8 hours and 3 minutes which is the average battery life of tablets. The Toshiba Thrive for example has a battery life of 6 hours and 35 minutes for the same test and the Samsung Galaxy Tab for 8 hours and 23 minutes.Lenovo IdeaPad K1: Apps

There are more than 30 apps bundled in this tablet. Even though many of the apps are trialware, there are some apps that are very useful in its full form. One of the bundled apps I really like is the Documents To Go 3.0. For Movie editing, the Arcsoft Movie Story will allow you to combine and trim your clips with special effects, transitions, and background music. If you want to store your 4 GB files in the cloud, then the ArcSync app is for you.Lenovo IdeaPad K1: Speaker Volume

Whether we were watching movies, listening to music, or using the internet voice call like Gtalk, the speaker volume even at maximum was too low.

Lenovo IdeaPad K1: Inappropriate Advertising

Out of the box, the Lenovo Social Touch and Lenovo Launcher will prompt you to purchase movies, music, and software. It is also annoying that the tablet keeps on indorsing an LMFAO rap album. If you don’t want that, then you should deactivate this feature immediately.Lenovo IdeaPad K1: Heavy

Compared to other tablet, the IdeaPad K1 is on the heavy side with its 1.7 pounds weight. For comparison purposes, the iPad 2 weighs 1.3 pounds and the Samsung Galaxy Tab weighs 1.2 pounds.

If you are looking for a stylish or elegant tablet, then the Lenovo IdeaPad K1 tablet is for you. But if you want a slim tablet, there are other options like the Samsung Galaxy 10.1 which by far the thinnest tablet in the world. However, if you want a tablet which combines style, better interface than standard Honeycomb, and bigger storage capacity for less money, then you are looking for the Lenovo IdeaPad K1.


Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 Pro AMD Malaysia release: up to NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 GPU, starting from RM3429

It's been a year since Lenovo released a laptop for the Malaysian market. In the latest release, customers can now take a look at the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 Pro AMD. Coming with two variants based on size - a 16-inch and 14-inch screen option with a starting price of RM4899 and RM3429 respectively.

The IdeaPad Slim 5 Pro AMD is relatively new so stay a while and listen to the tech specs. It is powered by up to AMD Ryzen 7 5000 mobile processor, up to NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 GPU, up to 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB PCIe M.2 SSD. Weighing in at 1.9kg only, the laptop is constructed with a full aluminium chassis.

For ports, it comes alongside an HDMI port and an SD card reader slot. The laptop also comes pre-installed with Microsoft Office Home and Student 2019, worth RM529. On top of that, both the 16 and 14-inch models feature a 16:10-ratio widescreen with up to 100% sRGB IPS colour gamut and up to a 120Hz refresh rate. You can also find some Dolby Atmos Dual Speakers on board.

In conjunction with the IdeaPad Slim 5 Pro AMD (16-inch) launch, fans can stand a chance to win themselves a device of their own through Lenovo’s #SeeTheBigPicture contest from 6th Aug. One lucky winner will get to bring home an all-new IdeaPad Slim 5 Pro AMD (16-inch) laptop. Additionally, ten other consolation prizes are also up for grabs.

Finally, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 Pro AMD (16 and 14-inch) are now available on the Lenovo Malaysia Official Online Store. Consumers can choose to opt for a 12-month instalment plan as well as purchase the device at Lenovo Exclusive Stores across the nation and its online store on Lazada and Shopee. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Lenovo K13 Note release: Snapdragon 460, 5000mAh battery, and 48MP quad-camera, priced at ~RM712

Yesterday, Lenovo launched the Lenovo K13 Note in Russia with an affordable price tag which is RUB12490 (~RM712). The device comes with two colour variants which are Aurora Gray and Pearl Sakura.

On top of that, the device sports a 6.5-inch HD+ display with a 60Hz refresh rate. It is powered by a Snapdragon 460 chipset, 4GB of RAM, and 128GB of internal storage. This device supports 4G connectivity, 3.5mm audio jack port, dual-SIM, and USB Type-C.

As for the camera, it features an 8MP selfie snapper and a quad rear camera with 48MP (main camera) + 8MP (ultra-wide angle lens) + 2MP (macro lens) + 2MP (depth sensor). Besides that, the device comes with a 5000mAh battery and supports 10W charging.

There aren't details about the global availability and we think it might launch in China in the future. Would you like to purchase it, if it is launched in the Malaysian market? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Lenovo K3 Note with 5.5-inch display announced for just 899 CNY (RM531)

Building off the original lemon coloured Lenovo K3, Lenovo recently announced the Lenovo K3 Note. Featuring a larger 5.5-inch display with full HD resolution the K3 Note comes with a 64-bit 1.7GHz octa-core Mediatek MT6752 processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage and up to 32GB microSD. Other tech specs include a 13MP rear camera with dual-tone LED flash, a 5MP front camera, dual SIM dual standby support, 4G LTE connectivity and a 3000 mAh battery. The phablet is quite thin at 7.6mm and weighs in at 150g. While it doesn't stray too far from the original K3 design, there is a big bump on the backside with the Lenovo branding but this doesn't actually do anything. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details but it is listed at CNY899 (RM531) and we expect it to appear soon with third-party sellers like Lazada, SatuGadgetDotCom and DirectD.


2023 ROG Flow X13, Z13 and X16 gaming convertibles announced with up to Intel Core i9 and RTX 4070

The Republic of Gamers (ROG) also announced their new Flow X13, Z13 and X16 convertibles for gamers on the go. The 2023 Flow X13 has a redesigned chassis that is 10mm smaller, an AMD Ryzen Zen 4 processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU, which is a major upgrade from its predecessor. A dedicated MUX Switch and NVIDIA Advanced Optimus intelligently route the display signal to maximise game performance and battery life.

In addition, liquid metal on the CPU lowers CPU temperatures by 13° C compared to thermal paste, giving users more room for gaming and content creation. The Flow X13's 32 GB of ultrafast LPDDR5 RAM has a 50% faster data rate than last year's model and uses 18% less power than LPDDR4. For the screen, the Flow X13 uses a QHD touchscreen 165 Hz Nebula Display on a 360° hinge.

The Flow Z13 utilizes an upgraded NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU with a TGP of 65 W, a 62% increase from the Z13. The Z13's MUX Switch supports NVIDIA Advanced Optimus. The 13-inch QHD 165 Hz Nebula Display and liquid metal and vapour chamber technology further improves gaming performance.

Finally, the ROG Flow X16 has a new Intel Core i9 13900H processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU with MUX Switch and NVIDIA Advanced Optimus. Its Nebula HDR Mini LED touchscreen display now has 1100 nits of peak brightness and a blazing 240 Hz refresh rate for the best HDR experience in an ultraportable machine. There’s also Corning® Gorilla® Glass DXC that increases hardness by 40% and reduces surface reflections, which makes the Flow family easier to use outdoors and in brighter environments and improves scratch resistance.

The 2023 Flow family also includes a new XG Mobile with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU and 175 W TGP. The compact XG Mobile boosts graphical horsepower and adds ports while being easily portable and able to dock and turn a Flow machine into a desktop-class experience anywhere. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet but you can check out the tech specs and features listed below and as always, stay tuned to TechNave.com


ASUS ZenFone 3 Series to receive Android 8.0 Oreo update soon

Hey all ZenFone users, ASUS Malaysia has made a short announcement that there will be an upcoming software update for the older ZenFone series, the third generation series to be precise. That's right, Android 8.0 Oreo FOTA update is will be starting real soon. Three ZenFone phones that are selected to be updated are ZenFone 3 Deluxe (ZS550KL) from mid of March onwards, then followed by ZenFone 3 Laser (ZC551KL) and ZenFone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL) at the end of March. ASUS Malaysia will share more details on the on the FOTA update. So until then, stay tuned for more ASUS news at TechNave.com.


Lenovo K4 "Killer" Note is now official with 3GB RAM and TheaterMax feature for Rs.11999 (RM782)

The Lenovo K4 Note is now official after weeks of teasing, as a successor to the Lenovo K3 Note, the new device has a lot of nice features such as the new “TheaterMax” function, tech specs and design with a cost of Rs11,999 (around RM782) in India.

The highlight of the K4 “Killer” Note is none other than the TheaterMax function, which can convert any normal multimedia content into VR. So with this, Lenovo has also worked with ANT VR to launch a VR headset and it costs Rs. 1299 (around RM84).

Furthermore, the killer note is protected by Corning’s Gorilla Glass 3 and the smartphone design is slightly curved with a maximum thickness of 9.1mm. The fingerprint sensor is located at the back of the full metal device, and the dual speakers are placed up front. A f/2.2 aperture is available for the main camera with a dual LED flash and PDAF too.

Registrations has already begun today from 3 PM IST exclusively on Amazon.in, the first batch of customers can purchase the K4 Note with the VR Bundle that will cost you Rs. 12499 (around RM815). Whereas the flash sale of the K4 Note will start on 16 January in India.


Lenovo K8 and K8 Plus revealed as entry-level smartphones from ~RM724

Besides Lenovo’s recent barrage at the IFA 2017, Lenovo has been quite quiet in their mobile department until yesterday, revealing a new K8 and K8 Plus smartphones in India. The K8 doesn’t have any price tag but the K8 Plus price cost 10,999 rupees (~RM724). For some reason, the source didn’t list the full tech-specs but here’s what we know so far.

According to the source, it seems that both are using the same 5.2-inch display, the same 32GB ROM (expandable memory up to 128GB) and 4000mAh battery. The RAM doesn’t seem to be specified but Flipkart.com said the K8 Plus is using the 3GB RAM variant and nothing on the K8. Moving on, the K8 Plus is using a MediaTek Helio P25 processor and a dual rear 13MP main camera + 5MP secondary depth sensor that helps to create the bokeh effect, whereas the K8 features a MediaTek Helio P20 processor and sports a single 13MP main camera. And of course, both phones come with Android 7.1.1 Nougat out of the box.

And…that’s about it. Not really a big hoo ha about these new K8 series and it seems to be aiming at the entry level target segment. Lenovo Malaysia might actually bring these into Malaysia but we shall see. Stay tuned for more Lenovo news at TechNave.com.


Lenovo K80 smartphone officially announced with 4GB RAM for 1799 CNY (RM1040)

It seems that the ASUS ZenFone 2 is being joined in the 4GB RAM club as Lenovo have just announced their Lenovo K80, another smartphone with 4GB RAM. The similarities don't just stop there though as the K80 is powered by a 64-bit 1.2Ghz Intel Atom processor and has a 5.5-inch full HD 1080p display. Other tech specs include 64GB of storage, a 4000 mAh battery, 13MP rear camera with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and Android Lollipop. It measures in at 8.5mm thin and like the ZenFone 2 range, it will also have a version packing 2GB of RAM with 32GB storage. Pricing for the 4GB RAM Lenovo K80 is expected to be 1799 CNY (RM1040) with options for black, red and silver. The plastic back definitely doesn't look as good but for this pricing and feature set, the Lenovo K80 should make a very attractive device, especially for the price hunters out there. No Malaysia release dates yet but it will be released in China from 30 April 2015.


Lenovo K900 Coming to Malaysia Soon?

Recently we covered tech specs and benchmarks done by the Intel Atom powered Lenovo K900 and now it has just been announced that it will be released to the Chinese market on May 6. While there isn't any info yet on other markets, a number of Lenovo IdeaBrand smartphones have already made their way to Malaysia, making the Lenovo K900's arrival here on Malaysian shores seem almost guaranteed. If not done officially, we can probably rely on some of our local retailers to pick it up as well.Initial pics of the Lenovo K900 revealed an aluminum chassis and now we get to take a closer look at this 5.5-inch screen smartphone. While we were hoping for another aluminum unibody (like the HTC One) it turns out that it will have a mixed stainless steel and polycarbonate chassis. Other tech specs confirmed include the aforementioned Intel Clover Trail Atom processor, 5.5-inch screen and the fact that the screen supports IPS 1080p. It may also be one of the slimmer smartphones out there with it's 6.9mm thin chassis. Pricing has yet to be confirmed but for those who can read Chinese, go check out the full details here.


Lenovo K900 Edges out Snapdragon 600 Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV Coming to Malaysia

The Lenovo IdeaPhone K900 has just barely managed to outscore the Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 powered Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV. Using the AnTuTu benchmark, the Lenovo IdeaPhone K900 scored an impressive 25827 against the Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 powered Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV. The Lenovo IdeaPhone K900 may have the following specs:

While this is a very impressive score, it still doesn't beat out the Samsung Exynos 5 Octa powered Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV which recently got 27417 on AnTuTu. Due to its larger 5.5-inch phablet level screen size it would probably be better if it were compared against the Samsung Galaxy Note II instead of the Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV. However, it does speak well for the small but growing number of Intel powered smartphones in the market. According to previous rumours the Lenovo K900 should be released in Malaysia sometime in April 2013.[Source]


Lenovo Legion 2 Pro launch date confirmed to be on 8 April 2021

It seems that an official image regarding the Lenovo Legion 2 Pro may have been spotted, hinting that the smartphone will be unveiled somewhere around 8 April 2021 in the Chinese market. While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date, it does give us a better idea of what to expect when it is available in the local market.

In terms of what, the aforementioned smartphone could support up to 110W fast charging if you connect two 65W fast chargers to it. Not only that, but it also might come with the Snapdragon 888 chipset as well as up to 16GB RAM.

However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Lenovo has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs regarding the device for now.

Would you be interested in getting the Lenovo Legion 2 Pro as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Lenovo Legion 2 Pro release: 6.92-inch 144Hz display and 5,500mAh dual-battery setup, starts from ~RM2,333

The Lenovo Legion 2 Pro (a.k.a Legion Phone Duel 2) has been launched today as the brand's second attempt in the gaming smartphone sector. Not only featuring a unique design which we have seen earlier but the Legion 2 Pro also brings some impressive tech specs that a gaming smartphone should have.

Besides powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset, the device sports a 6.92-inch AMOLED full HD display that supports 144Hz refresh rate and HDR10+. Under the hood, it packs a dual-battery structure that offers 5,500mAh of power alongside 90W of fast charge. For the cameras, the device houses two sensors (64MP + 16MP at the back) and a 44MP one in the side pop-up mechanism.

For the gaming features, the Legion 2 Pro is equipped with octa-triggers that include four ultrasonic shoulder keys. They are also paired with a 720Hz touch sampling rate to provide better responsiveness. Meanwhile, the cooling system is powered by twin turbo-fans with the processors placed in between so that your hands won't feel much heat while in the actions.

The device has arrived in China with 5 variants that are 8GB + 128GB for 3,699 Yuan (~RM2,333), 12GB + 128GB for 4,099 Yuan (~RM2,585), 12GB + 256GB for 4,399 Yuan (~RM2,774), 16GB + 512GB for 5,299 Yuan (~RM3,342), and 18GB + 512GB for 5,999 Yuan (~RM3,784). For the colour options, it comes with Titanium White and Ultimate Black. For now, it's still unsure when it will be available in Malaysia but we'll let you know once we receive any latest information.

Let us know what you think about the newly launched Legion 2 Pro on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting smartphone launches.


Lenovo Legion 2 Pro to have dual-turbo cooling and 5500mAh battery

Eager for another sleek gaming phone? Well, the Lenovo Legion 2 Pro is expected to launch on 8 April 2021 and it's packing some serious heat. Enough heat that Lenovo plans to upgrade its cooling system. Now, sources also have more specs to share.

According to GSMArena, the Lenovo Legion 2 Pro will come with a 5500mAh battery, which is 500mAh more than its predecessor (launched globally as the Legion Phone Duel). The new model also supports 90W fast-charging, though it's unknown if it's the same dual 45W USB-C port setup from before. Besides that, the upgraded cooling system will feature two adjustable turbofans.

For tech specs, we already know that the Legion 2 Pro will use Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 888 chipset. It will also have up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. The display is a high-end AMOLED screen that is quite large at 6.92-inch that supports up to 144Hz refresh rate. We're also expecting the side-mounted front camera to make a return.

If you ask me, the new cooling system is probably the only major change in the new model. The phone already has a pretty unique design, so Lenovo would want to maintain that. With that said, are you keen on getting the Legion 2 Pro? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates.


Lenovo Legion 2 Pro with 18GB of RAM to go on sale starting from 20 May

After launching the Legion 2 Pro that comes with an intriguing design, Lenovo has announced that it will be presenting the highest variant of the series on 20 May. The upcoming Legion 2 Pro will be featuring a massive 18GB of RAM with 512GB of internal storage, which is more than enough for a gaming phone.

The device will only go on sale in China starting from 20 May. It is unsure if it will arrive in other markets as there's no information about it for now. Alongside a teaser poster, Lenovo also claimed that this Legion 2 Pro’s fast memory and some further optimizations should offer chart-topping data speeds and benchmark performance.

To recap, the Lenovo Legion 2 Pro is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset and sports a 6.92-inch AMOLED full HD display that supports a 144Hz refresh rate. There's also a dual-battery structure that offers 5,500mAh of power alongside 90W of fast charge. For a better gaming experience, it comes with twin turbo-fans and octa-triggers that include four ultrasonic shoulder keys.

Let us know what you think about the Legion 2 Pro with massive 18GB RAM on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest smartphone news.


Lenovo Legion 2 confirmed to come equipped with 110W fast charging

It seems that Lenovo Legion 2 has recently been certified on 3C, hinting that the smartphone will most likely come equipped with the 110W fast charging feature. However, to achieve such a charging speed, you’re usually required to connect 2 USB Type-C cable to the phone instead of just 1.

Unfortunately, other than what was mentioned, our source also hinted that it will come equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset and possibly up to 18GB of RAM. However, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Lenovo has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for now. Would you be interested in getting the Lenovo Legion 2 as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


ASUS ZenFone 3 Ultra ZU680KL first impressions hands-on

Coming in with an RM2599 price tag and 6.8-inch full HD display, the ASUS ZenFone 3 Ultra ZU680KL is just 0.2-inches short of a full 7-inch tablet. Still, ASUS have done a very good job of shrinking the bezels so that it looks like a very large phone instead of a tablet phone. Featuring a flat and thin all metal design, the ZenFone 3 Ultra has "invisible antennas" or no visible antenna bands but is the only ZenFone 3 to put the fingerprint sensor in the home button (also the only one with a physical home button for that matter).

It is also the thinnest ZenFone 3 at just 6.8mm. It does pack in the same cameras and 4K/HDR video recording as the ZenFone 3 Deluxe along with a 4K TV processor but stops short at 4GB of RAM. It is the only ZenFone 3 to also pack in dual Five-magnet speakers and DTS Headphone X for virtual 7.1 surround sound.

Here are the ASUS ZenFone 3 Ultra ZU680KL tech specs:


Lenovo Legion 5 Pro 2022 Review - Still great but with minimal changes

Editor's note - Updated with price and availability as of 17 August 2022. The Legion 5 Pro starts from RM7399

The Lenovo Legion 5 Pro last year was one of my favourite gaming laptops of 2021, so I was quite excited to review it again this year. However, the Legion 5 Pro 2022 variant I reviewed is not available in Malaysia yet. According to Lenovo Malaysia, this gaming laptop is scheduled for sometime in the third quarter of 2022.

Since it's not been released yet, that means we don't have an official price tag. However, the estimated local price for the laptop could start from RM8,299! So is it worth getting one? To learn more about the features and performance, check out my Lenovo Legion 5 Pro (2022) review below.

Like last year's model, the Legion 5 Pro is as big and heavy as before. It still has the same 16-inch display with the 16:10 aspect ratio, the same keyboard layout, and everything else. If anything, the only change it got this year was a 4-zone RGB backlit keyboard instead of the single white backlighting. Also, the Legion logo on the lid was changed into text form.

To be frank, there isn't much to talk about the design. But it's great that the I/O ports remain the same as before, with most of them located behind for easier cable management. The Legion 5 Pro may still be a laptop, but I don't find it that convenient to bring around and work on a couch because of how large and heavy it is.

Oh, since it has 4-Zone RGB support now, you can customise the colours in its native Lenovo Vantage app. The app is still the same, albeit with the new Legion Spectrum section for you RGB lovers. You can configure up to three RGB profiles with different lighting options, so that's nice. Other than that, the features on the Vantage app are just like the typical ones in every other gaming centre program.

New Legion Spectrum section for you to customise your own RGB pattern

The Legion 5 Pro I reviewed features a 12th Gen Intel Core i7-12700H processor, 16GB of RAM, a massive 2TB SSD, and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 GPU. Like its other higher variant, you should be able to top up for more memory. Also, needless to say, this laptop can tackle most of the graphics-intensive video games currently on the market.

That said, the i7-12700H processor + RTX 3060 GPU combination has a bit of limitation. It can obviously play games in high-quality graphics settings. But if you want to maximise everything, the laptop would have some trouble running it. Case in point, the Legion 5 Pro actually kind of struggled when I turned on the HD Texture and switched to max settings in Far Cry 6. Personally, the high-quality graphics setting was good enough for me.

This unit can only go up to a 165Hz refresh rate

Suffice to say, I believe you would have a great time playing any games on the Legion 5 Pro. During my two weeks testing duration, I have never experienced any gameplay lag, screen tearing and slow launches. However, I did have a weird encounter with my monitor when it connected to the laptop. After a week or so, it suddenly made my monitor's white light shine brighter than a bald man's head. I really had no idea what was wrong, but when I switched back to my other laptop, the monitor became back to normal.

The Legion 5 Pro also handled heat like a champ, thanks to the four vents on the back and sides. I also feel that the battery duration has improved from its predecessor. One time, I was working on the couch with the laptop, and it didn't drain as fast as I thought it would. I would say the laptop can last up to more than three hours, depending on your workload.

A 135-minute HD TV streaming show would drain the battery from 100% to 10%. The RapidCharge function is still good as ever, using only an hour to fully charge

That said, the Legion 5 Pro display performance is superb

The trackpad is larger, so your palm may actually touch it a few times

My dad and I actually quite like typing on it

Thanks to the 2TB 4th Gen SSD, rendering this 4-minute video was super fast

Video conferencing is good with the Legion 5 Pro

It's also worth mentioning that the webcam and mic performed quite good. For instance, I had a bunch of friends over, and we connected to a friend through a WhatsApp video call on the laptop. After they went back, I was quite surprised that nobody complained about being unable to hear anything. In addition, the sound quality was clear and doesn't buzz at all at max volume. You will have to take my word for it.

There's no doubt that the Legion 5 Pro is a great gaming laptop but I can't seem to justify if you should get it or not. While it has a few improvements over its predecessor in battery duration, video conferencing, video editing and gaming, the differences are minimal. So even if you got the 2021 model, it's still a good catch.

For some reason, this variant can't be found in Malaysia

As aforementioned, the Lenovo Legion 5 Pro (2022) could start from RM8,299. That's a difference of RM1.5K from its predecessor's starting price! Assuming that's the real price tag, I believe most hardcore PC gamers would rather spend that money building their own gaming PCs. To be frank, the laptop's performance and price point are 'overkill' and you can get other 2022 gaming laptops at a lower price albeit with slightly lower specs.

Pros - Still as good as ever in everything that you want to do with it

Cons - Minimal upgrades and changes may determine your decision-making

Conclusion - Still a great laptop to have, only if you have the budget


Lenovo Legion 5 Pro & Legion 5 AMD Malaysia pre-order - world's first 16-inch QHD 165Hz display, priced from RM6099

Today, Lenovo Malaysia has announced two new gaming laptops arrival into the Malaysian market. Dubbed as the Lenovo Legion 5 Pro and Lenovo Legion 5 AMD, the company is offering attractive pre-order promotion deals that come with gaming accessories for RM6799 and RM6099 respectively. Yeah, it's expensive but with a good reason so let's check out the highlighted tech specs.

To start, the Lenovo Legion 5 Pro is sporting the latest AMD Ryzen 7 5800H mobile processor paired with up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 GPU. As a pro variant, it has a rather big 16-inch IPS display with up to 165Hz refresh rate and 3mn response time. It's also nice knowing that the display supports 100% sRGB colour accuracy and there's Dolby Vision too.

On the other hand, the Lenovo Legion 5 AMD isn't too different as it also features the same processor but with up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 GPU only. The IPS display is slightly smaller, measuring 15.6-inches but with the same 165Hz refresh rate and 100% sRGB colour clarity. Plus, both Legion 5 laptops have the same AI Engine and Dual Burn support to hit high frame rates without compromises, as well as having Legion Coldfront 3.0 for cooling.

Other notable features include the Legion TrueStrike Keyboard with an optional 4-zone RGB lighting. Nahimic Audio is onboard too to provide a near 3D-audio sound effect that would be compatible with a headset. Also, both laptops have up to 16GB (2x 8GB) DDR4 RAM + 1TB NVMe SSD memory.

The pre-order for the Legion 5 Pro and Legion 5 AMD has already begun until 18 April 2021. Any purchase from either one at any participating authorized Lenovo seller can bring home gifts worth up to RM1000. Gifts include a TTRacing Surge Gaming Chair, a Steam Wallet voucher worth RM200 and other Legion merchandises. You can visit any of the links below to get started too.

For more product information, you can visit the official Lenovo Malaysia page right here. Stay tuned for more local trending tech deals at TechNave.com.