iQOO 8 series release: Snapdragon 888+ chipset, 120Hz OLED display, and 120W fast charging from ~RM2480

Over the last week or so, iQOO has been steadily releasing teasers for its latest flagship iQOO 8 series. Most of the key specs like its chipset and cameras were already made known. But it was still exciting to see it finally launch yesterday night.

As many have expected, the iQOO 8 series is available in two models - the iQOO 8 and iQOO 8 Pro. Both feature the Snapdragon 888+ chipset, a 120Hz OLED display, and support for 120W fast-charging. Of course, the two models do have displays of different sizes. The regular iQOO 8 has a 6.56-inch panel, while the iQOO 8 Pro has a larger 6.76-inch screen.

In terms of cameras, iQOO 8 has a triple-camera (48MP+13MP+13MP) setup at the back, while the iQOO 8 has a more powerful rear triple-camera (50MP+48MP+13MP) setup. However, both models use the same 16MP selfie camera. Besides the larger screen and camera setup, the iQOO 8 Pro also supports 50W wireless charging.

If you want to find out more about the iQOO 8 series, you can check out the official website (in Chinese). We've also included the prices of the available variants below. With that said, what do you think about the new flagship series? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


iQOO 8 teaser poster leaked, confirms Snapdragon 888+ chipset

Back in June, iQOO announced that it was coming to Malaysia. It made many curious to see what the company would bring to our shores, with the iQOO 8 likely the first device to launch here. Now, some features for the device have been confirmed.

According to the source, the iQOO 8 is a smartphone targeted at mobile gamers. Specifically, the leaked teaser poster mentions "future e-sports flagship". What's interesting is that the teaser confirms that the phone will come with a Snapdragon 888+ chipset. It will also feature a 2K display, 120W fast-charging, and a triple-camera setup.

In regards to the display, it's believed that iQOO will be using a larger 6.78-inch from Samsung. Previously, it has also been revealed that the phone will have up to 12GB of RAM, 4GB of virtual RAM, and 256GB of storage. Moreover, the phone is expected to have a 4500mAh battery and an under-display fingerprint sensor.

The iQOO 8 should be unveiled on 17 August 2021, though the Malaysia launch will probably be on a later date. Having said that, what do you think about it based on currently available leaks? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


iQOO 9 series expected to launch on 23 Feb 2022, could have secondary display

Some Malaysians are still waiting for iQOO smartphones, months after the company first hinted that it might come here. If you're in this small gang, this might be good news for you as the launch date for the iQOO 9 series has been revealed.

According to GSMArena, the iQOO 9 series was spotted on Amazon India. The product page confirmed that the company is getting ready to launch its latest flagship series on 23 February 2022. There will be a total of three models in the series - the iQOO 9, iQOO 9 Pro, and iQOO 9SE. Based on the naming convention, the iQOO 9SE is expected to be some kind of Lite model. As for the design, the new model seems to have a secondary screen for notifications.

In terms of tech specs, the iQOO 9 series will come with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset. It's also expected to feature 120W fast charging and 4GB of virtual RAM. The RAM and storage configuration wasn't disclosed, but it's rumoured that both will have up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage.

Mind you, it's still not confirmation of a Malaysian release. But iQOO might consider SEA its next destination after India, fingers crossed. With that said, what do you think about the iQOO 9 series' BMW theme? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news about it.


iQOO 9 series tech specs leaks, might launch in January 2022

A few months ago, the iQOO 8 series had launched with a price tag of ~RM2480. Here, we spotted the company is planning to launch the iQOO 9 series which includes the iQOO 9 and iQOO 9 Pro in January 2022.

According to the leaks, the iQOO 9 series will bring cutting-edge display technology with a 6.78-inch Samsung E5 OLED panel. As for the resolution, the vanilla will support FHD+ and 9 Pro variants support 2K resolution with a curved edge. On the other hand, the iQOO 9 series may sport a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset and 120W fast charging with a huge battery. Other than that, we think the device may run Origin OS Ocean based on Android 12.

These are just leaks, why not just take them with a pinch of salt and don't be serious about it. Do you want the iQOO 9 series to launch in the Malaysian market? What tech specs do you wish the device to feature? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


iQOO 9T release: SD 8+ Gen 1, 6.78-inch E5 AMOLED, and 120W charging, starts from ~RM2,794

Instead of following the schedule, iQOO unexpectedly launched the iQOO 9T in India today. The device was scheduled to go live on 2 August, but it's unsure why the sudden change. Nevertheless, the iQOO 9T is now here as a rebranded iQOO 10 outside of China, with the latest flagship Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip. Let's continue reading to know more about the device!

The iQOO 9T brings a 6.78-inch Samsung E5 AMOLED display with 2400 x 1080 pixels (FHD+) and a 120Hz refresh rate. It also gets protected by a layer of Schott Xensation UP glass and has HDR10, 1500 nits peak brightness level, and 100% of the DCI-P3 colour gamut. Under the hood, the Snapdragon chip gets paired with LPDDR5 RAM, UFS 3.1 storage, and VC liquid cooling system. There's a 4,700mAh battery with support for 120W fast charging as well.

Furthermore, it packs a triple camera system on the rear, consisting of a 50MP Samsung ISOCELL GN5 primary sensor, a 13MP ultra-wide + macro unit, and a 12MP Sony IMX663 sensor with a 2x optical lens. The iQOO 9T also features the vivo V1+ chip for image processing and display optimizations. Meanwhile, the front gets a 16MP camera. Other features include dual SIM, 5G, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, GNSS, NFC, a USB Type-C port, IP52 rating, dual stereo speakers, an in-display fingerprint sensor and Funtouch OS 12.1 based on Android 12.

The iQOO 9T retails at ₹49,999 (~RM2,794) for the 8/128GB model and ₹54,999 (~RM3,073) for the 12/256GB option in India. It'll be available in two paint jobs - Alpha (Black) and Legend (BMW M Motorsport). Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone launch coverages!


iQOO 9T to arrive as the brand's first Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 device

Someone had revealed a list of smartphone manufacturers that could launch the first wave of Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1-powered smartphones not long ago, and iQOO is among them. Now, we are getting to know the device the brand is launching, which is the iQOO 9T.

Besides the chip, the device is said to sport an AMOLED display. However, the source has no information regarding its refresh rate and format (Full HD+ or Quad HD+). Meanwhile, it would also pack a 120W ultra-fast charging alongside 50W wireless charging.

Furthermore, the same report has also mentioned the iQOO 10 Pro. The new device will receive a display with a resolution of 2K and a refresh rate of 120Hz. Other tech specs include an integrated ultrasonic fingerprint scanner, LTPO display, 200W wired charging, 50/65W wireless charging, and a triple camera setup (50MP primary + 50MP ultra-wide + 16MP telephoto).

What do you think about the news? Drop a comment to let us know, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone reports.


iQOO Malaysia Facebook page is now live, teasing official launch soon

In an unexpected move by vivo, its former sub-brand iQOO is finally coming to Malaysia. There is a new iQOO Malaysia Facebook page now and from the looks of it, it may have been created in early October 2022.

In case you don't know, iQOO is a phone band that primarily focuses on mobile gaming like the ROG Phone lineup and others. It was first released back in early 2019 but only for the Chinese market. This went on for years and many iQOO phones were already launched. The iQOO store for Shopee and Lazada has also been spotted.

Within two years, there were already 13 iQOO phones and they never officially came to Malaysia. Since another two years passed, there are even more iQOO gaming phones and we kinda lost count of that. We actually wrote about it in our "Smartphone series that never came to Malaysia (officially)" so you can check it out while you're at it.

It's quite exciting to know iQOO is launching in Malaysia soon but is it too late? Well, we shall wait and see how the public and mobile gamers reception towards it. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


iQOO Malaysia confirms the existence of iQOO 11 5G and it's coming soon

Today, the iQOO Malaysia social media page has posted a new teaser. The company has confirmed that a new iQOO smartphone will be arriving soon. Called the iQOO 11 5G, here are some things that you can know about it.

For starters, leaked benchmark results online have hinted that the iQOO 11 5G could be using the latest Snapdragon 8 gen 2 chipset. On Geekbench, it scored 1451 and 4681 points for single-core and multi-core respectively. The benchmark also revealed 12GB of RAM, a 6.78-inch AMOLED QHD display with a 144Hz refresh rate, and a 5000mAh battery supporting a 100W fast charging technology.

Other than that, the design was not revealed in the teaser announcement. But if we have to guess, the iQOO 11 5G could look similar to the BMW Motosport automobile and may have some shades of yellow and black. Well, we shall wait and see until then.

Are you excited about the iQOO series finally making its debut in the Malaysian market? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple launches an app for Android users to detect AirTag, but it's not what you think

After the launch of AirTag that happened about half a year ago, Apple released an app called Tracker Detect for Android users to detect the smart tracker by connecting with the Find My network. The new app is now live on Google Play Store, and you can use it to help an Apple user out.

Through the use of the app, Android users can find an unexpected AirTag that's away from its owner. For instance, the AirTag will get marked as "Unknown AirTag," and the Android app can play a sound within 10 minutes of identifying the tracker. Apple added that it might take up to 15 minutes after a tracker is separated from its owner before appearing in the app.

"AirTag provides industry-leading privacy and security features, and today we are extending new capabilities to Android devices," an Apple spokesperson said in a statement. However, if you have an Android device and planning to get yourself a new AirTag, we are here to advise you not to do so. Tracker Detect doesn't help you keep track of the AirTags attached to an Apple account, so it's not for Android users who want to use them.

What do you think about the news? Drop a comment to let us know and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech reports.


iQOO Malaysia teasing new phone launch, likely to be the iQOO Z7 series

Today, iQOO Malaysia posted a teaser on its social media page and without guessing too much, it's quite likely to be the upcoming iQOO Z7 series. If you visit the post here, fans have already questioned if it is and even the admin’s reply teased it.

We recently wrote a news report about the iQOO Z7 series. It's set to launch in China and India first on 21 March 2023 and here's what we know so far about the phones. First, iQOO already revealed that the phone would have a dual-camera setup with OIS as well as 120W fast charging technology. It's said that five minutes of charging can boost the phone to up to five hours of battery life.

On the other hand, it seems that the chipset for the China and India variants are different. Sources say that the iQOO Z7 5G in China would feature a Snapdragon 782G chipset, whereas the latter would be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 920 chipset. We don't know which version we will be getting but rest assured, both chipsets are capable on their own.

With these chipsets, the iQOO Z7 series would be placed in the mid-range tier category so it should be affordable for the masses. We will have to wait and see when iQOO Malaysia will announce the official launch. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


iQOO Malaysia throwing a 6.6 Mega Sale with discounts & a social contest

On 6 June 2023, iQOO Malaysia will have its iQOO MEGA SALE which will be held exclusively on Shopee. If you're an iQOO fan, here's what you can get from the promotion in Shopee.

With prices starting as low as RM798.10 on the popular Shopee Platform, the iQOO Z7 series will be on a discount sale, going as low as RM798.10 with RM0 delivery fee. The iQOO 11 will be on sale for RM3299 (RRP RM3499) and besides that, fans can also purchase the iQOO Cooling Backclip at only RM9.90 (RRP RM219), as well as a free pick-up in-store including from Lazada.

Moreover, iQOO will be making fans' dreams come true with a social contest. Throughout June, fans only need to do these three simple steps to join right away:

That's all, folks. Mark your calendar and remember to shop for your favourite iQOO phones and other accessories on the day.


iQOO Neo 3 released with 144Hz refresh rate, 44W fast charging & more priced from ~RM1664

If there's one smartphone that's popular but never makes it to Malaysia, the iQOO series by vivo is definitely it. The company have yet again released another gaming smartphone called the iQOO Neo 3 and is has a refresh rate of 144Hz! Yeah, that's crazy but anyway, let's check out what other tech specs and features the phone has.

As a gaming smartphone, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset was expected and runs 4 different memory variants (more on that later below) - a 6GB/8GB/12GB of RAM, followed by a 128GB or 256GB UFS 3.1 storage. The screen panel is quite huge as well, featuring a 6.57-inch full display with a resolution of 2408 x 1080 supporting 98% sRGB colour gamut and HDR10. There's no in-display fingerprint, but it does have a 44W Super FlashCharge technology for the respectable 4500mAh battery. Reports say the phone can be charged to 50% in just 20 minutes and 100% within 58 minutes.

In terms of camera, the iQOO Neo 3 rear uses a 48MP main camera + 8MP 112° ultrawide + 2MP macro triple rear camera combo. The front lens is 16MP, which supports portrait mode and AI eye-tracking. In addition, there are also dual stereo speakers, 5G dual-mode SA/NSA and WiFi 6+ dual acceleration.

With the few memory variants, there are 4 of them so here are the prices below:

So what do you think of the iQOO Neo 3? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


iQOO Neo 7 Pro confirmed to feature SD 8+ Gen 1 SoC and 120W charging

iQOO is set to unveil the iQOO Neo 7 Pro this 4 July in India and ahead of its launch, several details about the device have been teased by the manufacturer. These include its design, processor and charging speeds.

As reported by GSMArena, the Neo 7 Pro will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC. Interestingly, the smartphone will also have an “independent Gaming Chip” (IG chip) which iQOO claims would take “the gaming experience to new heights”.

Besides that, the company also revealed that the device would feature 120W FlashCharge, though the battery capacity was not mentioned. The vivo subsidiary claimed that you can charge the device up to 50 per cent capacity in just 8 minutes.

Another interesting feature of the phone is Motion Control Centre which allows users to “interact with games using intuitive phone movements”. Besides that, iQOO also revealed the Neo 7 Pro’s design, including an orange-coloured leather back.

Well, for the full specs and features, we just have to wait until 4 July. Until then, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news and releases!


iQOO Neo 7 Racing Edition confirmed to feature SD 8+ Gen 1, 120W charging and 16GB RAM

iQOO is set to release the iQOO Neo 7 Racing Edition this Thursday (29 December 2022) and to hype up the launch, the company has unveiled more details regarding the device. These include its processor, charging speed, camera setup, RAM and more.

Revealed through a series of posts on its official Weibo account, iQOO confirmed that the Neo 7 Racing Edition will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC. The processor will be paired with up to 16GB of RAM as well as 512GB of storage.

Besides that, iQOO confirmed that the device will sport a Samsung GN5 primary camera with dual pixel focusing. This will allow the Neo 7 Racing Edition to capture better videos.

As for the battery, while iQOO didn’t reveal the cell’s capacity, the company did announce that it will support 120W fast charging. Lastly, in a teaser video, the vivo subsidiary unveiled the Neo 7 Racing Edition’s colour options, which are orange, turquoise and dark blue.

For the full specs and features, we just have to wait a couple of days until the device launches in China this Thursday. So, are you excited about the Neo 7 Racing Edition? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


iQOO Neo 7 SE set for release alongside the iQOO 11 series this 2 December

Previously, we reported that alleged promo images for the iQOO Neo 7 SE were leaked, revealing specs for the upcoming device. Now, iQOO has come out and confirmed that the Neo 7 SE is indeed launching soon, on 2 December 2022 to be exact.

Taking to its official Weibo account, iQOO shared a teaser video of the upcoming smartphone, which corroborated that the Neo 7 SE will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 SoC. Moreover, the video also showcases the device in a blue colour variant, as well as g a closer look at the rear camera setup.

From the look of things, the Neo 7 SE will sport a dual-camera setup which has optical image stabilisation (OIS) and an LED flash. This too was corroborated in the previous leak we reported, with the other information we know so far about the device is that it has a 5000mAh battery with support for 120W fast charging.

The Neo 7 SE is set to debut in China at 2.30pm local time on 2 December 2022. iQOO will also be unveiling the highly-anticipated iQOO 11 series during the same event.

So, what do you guys think of the upcoming smartphones by iQOO? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more tech news and releases such as this.


iQOO Neo 7 release: Dimensity 9000+, 120Hz AMOLED and 120W charging from ~RM1752

iQOO announced its latest offering, the iQOO Neo 7 a fortnight ago and now it is finally on sale in China starting today. The device features the Dimensity 9000+ chipset, a highly capable octa-core 4nm SoC released by Mediatek earlier this year.

Besides that, the iQOO Neo 7 also sports a 6.78-inch 120Hz Samsung E5 AMOLED display with an FHD+ resolution. The screen supports peak brightness of 1500 nits, HDR10+, has an under-display fingerprint scanner, and a punch-hole cutout at its top centre.

The cutout is to house a 16MP selfie camera and speaking of which, the device has a 50MP main + 8MP ultra-wide and 2MP macro triple-camera setup at its rear. The 50MP main camera is notable for using the 50MP Sony IMX766V sensor with OIS capabilities.

Under the hood, the iQOO Neo 7 offers up to 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and 512GB UF 3.1 storage. There’s also a 5000mAh battery that supports 120W fast charging as well as a vapour chamber cooling system for better heat dissipation.

Other notable specs include 5G connectivity, USB-C, a 3.5mm audio jack, NFC and an independent Pro+ display chip. In China, the iQOO Neo 7 is available for purchase today in Pop Orange, Impression Blue, and Geometric Black colour options at these prices:

As for the device’s availability outside of China, iQOO has not yet revealed the information. Given the specs and price of the device, we’re sure that it would be a highly competitive smartphone in the Malaysian market should it be sold here.

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


iQOO Neo 8 series release - Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 & Dimensity 9200+ variants, starting price at ~RM1624

Besides the iQOO Pad, iQOO also unveiled the Neo 8 series. Simply dubbed the Neo 8 and Neo 8 Pro respectively, here's everything you need to know about the devices, tech specs, prices and availability.

Starting with the Neo 8, it's using the year-old Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, 12GB and 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and 256GB and 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage. Even though it's just the standard model, the battery capacity is quite big, sitting at 5000mAh and supports 120W fast charging technology and its 144Hz AMOLED display is 6.78 inches.

The camera setup is pretty simple, using a 50MP + 2MP (bokeh) dual rear camera whereas the front is 16MP. On the other hand, the Neo 8 Pro is buffed up with a 50MP Sony IMX866 sensor + 8MP (ultrawide) setup, with the rest of similar specs across the board as the vanilla variant such as the display and OriginOS 3.0. The only differences are that its chipset is a Dimensity 9200+ and has up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage.

There are a few memory variants for the Neo 8 series and it seems that there are some early bird prices for the Chinese market. However, we will only be posting the original prices so here are your references:

Will the iQOO Neo 8 series come to Malaysia? Given the rising popularity of the brand here, we might have a good chance but until then, we just have to wait and see.


iQOO Neo6 SE release: SD 870, 120Hz 6.62-inch AMOLED display and 80W fast charging from ~RM1300

Recently, the iQOO Neo welcomed the latest edition to its family with the official launch of the iQOO Neo6 SE in China. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 chipset, the device also features a 6.62-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080x2400 with a refresh rate of 120Hz and peak brightness of 1300 nits.

In terms of cameras, the Neo6 SE comes equipped with a 64MP primary + 12MP ultrawide + 2MP portait triple camera setup. In its front, the device sports a 16MP selfie camera.

Besides that, the smartphone has a 4700mAh battery capable of up to 80W fast charging. Other notable specs include an under-display fingerprint scanner, Android 12 via OriginOS Ocean and up to 12GB of RAM.

According to iQOO’s official Weibo account, the Neo6 SE is available in three colours; blue, orange and gradient blue. Availability of the phone outside of China has yet to be announced by iQOO but it will be available for purchase in China starting 11 May 2022 in three variants:

Awesome! What do you guys think of the Neo6 SE? Would you grab one should it be made available in Malaysia?

Share your thought with us in the comment below. As always, stay tuned to TechNave for more news on the latest smartphone releases such as this!


iQOO Neo7 Pro confirmed to launch on 4 July, features SD 8+ Gen 1

iQOO has announced the launch date of the Pro version of its popular iQOO Neo7 series, which would be on 4 July 2023. Potentially the global version of the China-only Neo7 Racing.

As revealed by iQOO India CEO Nipun Marya on Twitter, the tagline of the device would be “Power to Win”. Previously, the Neo7 Pro was spotted on Geekbench, revealing its processor, which is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1.

If the device truly is the global version of the Neo7 Racing, then we can expect the Neo7 Pro to feature a 6.78-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with 1080x2400 pixel resolution, and a 5000 mAh battery with support for 120W charging. As for cameras, do expect a 50MP main + 8MP ultra-wide + 2MP triple-camera setup at the back and a 16MP selfie camera.

Of course, these are mere speculations and we just have to wait until 4 July to find out. We’re also unsure whether it will be released in Malaysia, so stay tuned to TechNave for the latest development on this and for more trending tech news.


Apple leaks iPad Air 2 and iPad mini 3 on it's own

A user manual containing stats and images of the upcoming Apple iPad Air 2 and Apple iPad mini 3 recently appeared on Apple's own site. It was quickly taken down but not before leaking stats and images of the upcoming tablets set to be announced tonight. The leak doesn't reveal much in terms of tech specs but does reveal some features such as a Touch ID fingerprint sensor for both tablets and a Burst mode for the camera on the Apple iPad Air 2. The manual also confirms the names as Apple iPad Air 2 and iPad mini 3 which could mean an expanded inventory at the Apple store rather than an outright replacement. No Malaysia release dates or pricing just yet but we expect it to arrive in Malaysia sometime in November or December of 2014.


iQOO Neo7 Racing Edition set for release on 29 December 2022, to feature SD 8+ Gen 1

Recently, iQOO launched a variant of the iQOO Neo7, the iQOO Neo7 SE together with the iQOO 11 series. Now, the company has announced that another variant of the device is on its way, the iQOO Neo7 Racing Edition, which is set for release on 29 December 2022 in China.

Taking to its official Weibo account, the vivo subsidiary also teased the design of the Neo7 Racing Edition as well as some of its specs. In one poster, iQOO showed off the back design of the device in its vibrant orange colour, with the camera module looking identical to the other Neo7 variants.

Meanwhile, in another Weibo post, iQOO confirmed that the smartphone will sport the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor. For comparison, the Neo7 SE features the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 while the Neo7 is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 9000+ SoC.

Besides that, the Neo7 Racing Edition will also feature a Pro+ display chip. This is all the official information available about the smartphone as of right now, with iQOO possibly teasing more specs in the coming days.

So, what do you guys think of the upcoming Neo7 Racing Edition? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more tech news and the latest tech releases!


iQOO Neo8 series launching on 23 May 2023

If you're a fan of vivo's iQOO smartphones, heads up because the brand's latest models are on the way. iQOO has announced that the iQOO Neo8 flagship series will launch on 23 May 2023.

So, what do we know about the iQOO Neo8 series so far? We know that it would feature "dual flagship chips", which specifically refers to the MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ and vivo V1+. For your info, the Dimensity 9200+ is a flagship chipset launched this week, while the V1+ is an imaging chip equipped on last year's vivo X80 series.

Besides that, iQOO's teaser video mentioned the availability of a Pro model. This is confirmed in a separate post, which was posted by an iQOO Neo8 Pro phone. This Pro model was probably the one in the teaser, where it had a dark orange leather back with a triple rear camera. In addition, the vibrating and spiking visual effects in the teaser also hints at a strong emphasis on the speakers.

Personally, I find the dark orange leather back a great choice. It's a striking design that stands out, but won't look tacky to most people. What do you think? Let us know if you like the iQOO Neo8 Pro's design and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about it.


iQOO Pad release - Dimensity 9000+ & up to 12GB + 512GB, starting price at ~RM1689

Recently, iQOO unveiled a couple of new devices that include the new Neo 8 series and iQOO Pad. In this news, we will be taking a look at the new tablet, its tech specs, price and availability.

A quick visit to the vivo website in China unveiled that the iQOO Pad is using a MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ chipset and comes in four different memory configurations, from 8GB of LPDDR5+ RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage. The battery pack is rather huge than we expected, using 10,000mAh in total (there are two 5000mAh batteries) to keep the 12.1 -inch display on for long hours.

The display uses a 7:5 aspect ratio body with 2.8K resolution, a 144 Hz refresh rate, HDR10 and 600nits peak brightness. The iQOO Pad even has a set of quad speakers and allows you to pair it with a phone or laptop for multitasking. Running on OriginOS 3.0, the tablet supports a stylus iQOO pen as well as a separate keyboard accessory.

It's only available in one colour model - Interstellar Gray and below are the prices for each memory variant:

It's unknown if iQOO plans to export this tablet to the global market. We just have to wait and see. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


iQOO Pad to feature Dimensity 9000+ chipset and 12.1-inch display

Last week, iQOO revealed that it would be launching the iQOO Neo8 series on 23 May 2023. But what you may not know is that the company has other products in store on that day. Besides the new phones, vivo's sub-brand will also be unveiling the iQOO Pad.

iQOO has been releasing teasers on the specs and features of its first tablet in the last few days. The most notable one is the chipset, which has been confirmed to be the Dimensity 9000+. It will also come with LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage, as well as a 10000mAh battery with a 44W charger.

In terms of features, the iQOO Pad will have a large 12.1-inch screen. This display has a 2.8K resolution, 144Hz refresh rate, 600 nits of peak brightness, and HDR10 support. As for the cameras, the tablet sports a 13MP main camera, 2MP macro camera, and 8MP front camera. There are also live photos of the tablet docked to a keyboard, but that might not be something included in the box.

Overall, this flagship-class tablet seems quite promising. So if you're an iQOO fan who wants a new tablet, you might want to wait for this. Of course, it's not certain that this would become available in Malaysia. But we'll keep you posted on news about local availability, so stay tuned to TechNave for more news.


iQOO U1x to be launched on 21 October with price starting from ~RM556

Earlier this year, iQOO has launched the budget iQOO U1 that is equipped with tech specs like Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, 48MP triple camera setup, and 4500mAh battery with a price starting from ~RM730. Now, it looks like the brand will make a comeback soon with an even cheaper iQOO U1x launching in just two more days.

The iQOO U1x has already been spotted on Tmall.com with three storage options including 4/64GB, 6/64GB, and 6/128GB. For the price, the lowest variant will be sold at 899 Yuan (~RM556) while the highest variant will be sold at 1199 Yuan (~RM742). They will be available in two colours that are Black and White. Unfortunately, the item has since been deleted from the site.

If you are curious about the tech specs, the device has appeared on TENAA before revealing some. The iQOO U1x is expected to sport a 6.52-inch LCD that comes with HD+ resolution. For the chipset, the poster has revealed that the device will come with Snapdragon 662. Other than that, it would also have a triple camera setup with a 13MP main sensor plus a 5,000mAh battery.

Let us know what you think about the iQOO U1x on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest smartphone news.


iQOO U5e release: Dimensity 700 SoC and 5000mAh battery from ~RM920

iQOO has recently released the latest addition to its U5 series lineup, the iQOO U5e. Featuring a MediaTek Dimensity 700 processor, the device is arguably the most affordable 5G smartphone available in China.

According to iQOO's official Chinese website, the U5e also features a 6.51-inch IPS LCD display with an HD+ resolution and a standard 60Hz refresh rate. There’s also a teardrop notch at the top of the display which houses an 8MP selfie camera.

Speaking of cameras, the U5e also features a 13MP main + 2MP macro dual-camera setup with an LED flash at its rear. Meanwhile, in terms of battery, the device packs a 5000mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging.

Completing the specs list are up to 6GB LPDDR4x RAM, 128GB UFS 2.1 storage, side-mounted fingerprint scanner, Android 12 via OriginOS Ocean, USB-C and a 3.5mm audio jack. If these specs look kinda familiar, it is because the smartphone is a rebrand of the vivo Y33s 5G.

Currently, the U5e is available in China in two colour variants: Dark Black and Silver White. The 4/128GB configuration costs CNY1399 or ~RM920 and the 6/128GB variant is CNY1499 or ~RM984.

As of the time of writing, iQOO hasn’t revealed whether it will sell the device outside of China. Well if it were to be made available in Malaysia, we’ll definitely be covering that news, so do stay tuned to us here at TechNave.


iQOO Z1 5G release: Dimensity 1000+, 144Hz refresh rate and OnePiece special edition

The iQOO Z1 5G which is the first device to feature MediaTek Dimensity 1000+ chipset has finally been launched today. After seeing several rumours, the device turns out to be not a new smartphone but an iQOO Neo 3 5G that features the Dimensity 1000+ chipset. However, we think that the new chipset will still have a different performance than the previous one. Now, let's take a look at all them specs!

Other than the Dimesity 1000+ being a star feature of the smartphone, there's also a 6.57-inch LCD with a refresh rate of 144Hz. The device will pack a 4500mAh battery as well that supports 44W SuperFlash charge. It is said that the device can go from flat to 50 percent in 23 minutes and another 36 minutes to reach 100 percent charge.

Other than that, the iQOO Z1 will come with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, 3.5mm headphone jack, Wi-Fi 6, dual-mode 5G (SA/NSA), dual SIM (5G+5G), NFC, USB-C port, and super linear dual speaker. There's also a Multi-Turbo 3.5 which will boost the performance with liquid cooling heat dissipation that can reduce the smartphone's temperature by 10 to 12 degree Celcius.

For photography, the iQOO Z1 packs a triple-camera setup at the back that brings a 48MP main camera, an 8MP ultrawide, and a 2MP macro unit. A 16MP front-facing camera is available as well and is housed in a punch-hole cutout on the screen. The device will go on sale in China starting from 1 June with the price of 2198 Yuan (~RM1345) for 6/128GB variant, 2498 Yuan (~RM1529) for 8/128GB variant and 2798 Yuan (~RM1712) for 8/256GB variant. It will be available in Galaxy Silver and Space Blue for colour options and also an OnePiece special edition!

Let us know what you think about the newly launched iQOO Z1 5G on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest phone launches.


iQOO Z1 5G scored 530,000 in AnTuTu, with official images showing off the triple-camera setup

Earlier, the launch of the new MediaTek Dimensity 1000+ chipset has also made the iQOO Z1 5G come into existence. The first device with the chipset is rumoured to have a display with a 144Hz refresh rate and is expected to be launched on 19 May. Before the launch event, several official images of the iQOO Z1 5G have been shared and the device has scored high in the benchmark test as well.

With the Dimensity 1000+ chipset, the iQOO Z1 5G will come with a smooth screen, a faster 5G solution, and a strong battery life. Those features have also made the device able to have a running score of 530,000 in an AnTuTu Benchmark test. Other than that, the latest leak has revealed that it will support 44W fast charging technology as well.

As for the design, the images from the official Weibo account have shown off the device's back and give us a look at the triple-camera setup on the rectangular module. The iQOO Z1 is also expected to arrive in two of the available colours named Space Blue and Galaxy Silver. For the front, we've already seen the screen with a punch-hole cutout on the top right corner. The device is expected to be priced at 2,498 Yuan (~RM1,523) when it is launched.

Let us know what you think about the performance and design of the iQOO Z1 5G on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more viral tech news.


iQOO Z1 is the first device to feature Dimensity 1000+ chipset and it's coming on 19 May

Do you still remember that MediaTek has announced iQOO will launch the first device featuring the Dimensity 1000+ chipset? Well, it looks like it's going to be here sooner than we thought. The iQOO Z1 will be launched on 19 May with a 144Hz refresh rate screen featuring the most powerful chipset from MediaTek!

144Hz refresh rate is not a new thing to iQOO since the brand has released the iQOO Neo 3 that features the high refresh rate earlier. The highlight here would be the Dimensity 1000+ chipset used in the smartphone, and of course iQOO's affordable price point. iQOO is actually a vivo's subbrand using vivo's software, so the price of iQ00 Z1 is expected to belong to the budget category while featuring a powerful chipset.

Other than that, the iQOO Z1 will also come with other features like HyperEngine 2.0 for better gaming experience and MiraVision technology for better picture quality. However, don't take iQ00 Z1 as a gaming smartphone because of those features, anyway, it's still a good smartphone for gaming tho.

Let us know what you think about the iQOO Z1 on our Facebook page! Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone rumours.


iQOO Z1x confirmed to be upper-mid range gaming phone

Recently, there are rumours about the iQOO Z1x coming with a Snapdragon 765G chipset and other tech specs. Today, it was confirmed by the company that the phone is equipped with the Snapdragon 765G chipset and it will support dual 5G mode (SA/NSA).

For the past few weeks, iQOO have already revealed that the Z1x supports a 120Hz display with punch-hole on the top right corner of the device. The battery has 5000mAh and supports up to 33W charging and 3.55mm headphone jack. On the other hand, the company also revealed that the design of the Z1x is quite similar to the Z1 as well, the only design difference is that the LED flash is on the right side of the camera module instead of the top like the predecessor.

Although iQOO didn’t release any more information of the Z1x specs sheet, but we found some of them on a TENNA listing. According to TENNA, the Z1x would come with 6GB and 8GB of RAM as well as three storage choices - 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB. As for the camera, it comes with a total of four cameras - a 48MP (main camera) + two 2MP sensors and a 16MP selfie shooter.

Either way, we are still waiting for the official specs sheet to be revealed. But what do you think? Let’s us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news at TechNave.com


Apple limits AirDrop sharing with ‘Everyone’ to only 10 minutes in iOS 16.2

Apple has tweaked how AirDrop functions on the iPhone, whereby users now only have the option to toggle AirDrop sharing with ‘Everyone’ for 10 minutes. Previously, the toggle allows you to always keep AirDrop on, thus allowing anyone nearby to share files with you.

As reported by MacRumors, the final option on the AirDrop menu has been changed from ‘Everyone’ to ‘Everyone for 10 Minutes’. This limitation was first introduced on iOS 16.1.1 in China in a rather controversial manner, as many claimed that the move was made by Apple to not allow protestors within the country to spread anti-government material via AirDrop.

However, Apple denies such accusations, clarifying that the move to limit AirDrop sharing with everyone to only 10 minutes is to cut down on spam content being spread in crowded areas such as malls and airports. The change will take effect in iOS 16.2, with other settings on AirDrop being virtually the same.

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


iQOO Z1x release: Snapdragon 765G, 120Hz refresh rate, and 5000mAh battery from ~RM970

When it comes to smartphones the mid-range segment is probably the most widely contested. That segment continues to grow more crowded as iQOO announces the release of its new model - the iQOO Z1x. This upper mid-range smartphone comes with a great display, large battery, and an affordable price tag.

iQoo officially launched its latest mid-range device earlier today. The iQOO Z1x comes with a Snapdragon 765G chipset, up to 8GB of RAM, and up to 128GB of internal storage. Also, it has a 6.57-inch display that supports HDR10, DCI-P3, and a refresh rate of 120Hz. Combine that with a large 5000mAh battery and you get a mid-range phone that's great for movies and mobile games.

Besides that, the iQOO Z1x comes with a liquid cooling chamber to keep the device from getting too warm in the hands. It also has 5G support, 33W FlashCharge, and special functions like Esports mode or Local Tone Mapping (LTM). In terms of cameras, it has a 48MP main lens paired with a 2MP portrait lens and 2MP macro lens, while the front is a 16MP selfie camera.

This phone is now available in China and could launch in India, but will it ever come to Malaysia? Probably not, but we'll keep an eye out in case it ever happens. In the meantime, do continue to stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news on the latest smartphones!


iQOO Z6 Series release: 6000mAh battery, SD 778G+ and 80W fast charging from ~RM782

After teasing its release for a while now, iQOO has finally launched the iQOO Z6 Series in China. Comprising the iQOO Z6 and iQOO Z6x, these models are different from the iQOO Z6 released in India and feature some compelling specs for the price.

As shared by iQOO on its official Weibo account, the Z6 sports a 6.64-inch 120Hz IPS LCD display with a resolution of FHD+. The display has a punch hole cutout at its mid-centre to house an 8MP selfie camera.

Meanwhile, at its rear, the Z6 has a 64MP + 2MP + 2MP triple-camera setup with OIS. Under the hood, the device packs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ chipset paired with either 8 or 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM.

The Z6 also got a 4500mAh battery with support for 80W fast charging which iQOO claims can charge up to 50 per cent in just 10 minutes. In China, it is priced at CNY1699 or ~RM1109 for the 8/128GB variant, CNY1899 or ~RM1239 for 8/256GB and CNY2099 or ~RM1370 for the top 12/256GB variant.

Meanwhile, the Z6x sports a 6.58-inch 144Hz IPS LCD display with a resolution of FHD+. Under the hood, it’s powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 810 SoC paired with either 6 or 8GB of LDDR4X RAM.

There’s also a beefy 6000mAh battery with support for 44W fast charging. As for cameras, it sports an 8MP shooter at the front and a 50MP + 2MP dual-camera setup at its back.

The Z6x is priced at CNY1100 or ~RM782 for the base 6/128GB model, CNY1399 or ~RM913 for the 8/128GB variant and CNy1599 or ~RM1043 for the 8/256GB configuration. Both the Z6x and Z6 are only available in China currently with iQOO not revealing plans for a global release just yet.

So, what do you guys think of the iQOO Z6 Series? Would you purchase one if it’s available in our country? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news!


iQOO Z7 series Malaysia release: 64MP OIS camera, up to 120W FlashCharge, 120Hz display, and more

As announced last month, iQOO Malaysia has launched its latest iQOO Z7 series here in Malaysia. There are two models available with good specs at compelling prices. And while the iQOO Z7 is no longer a mystery, let's see if the local variant has any changes.

The first model is the iQOO Z7, which comes with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 782G chipset. As you can see, it's a different chipset from the Dimensity 920 chipset available for units sold in India. You'll also get more RAM and internal storage of up to 12GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage, respectively.

In terms of features, you'll get a 120Hz refresh rate screen, a 64MP main camera with OIS ultra-sensing, and 120W FlashCharge. There's also a Super-Conducting Liquid Cooling Vapour Chamber to keep the phone cool while gaming and dual stereo speakers for a better audio experience.

Next, we have the iQOO Z7x. This model comes with a more modest Snapdragon 695, which is a slightly old but still capable chipset. It also comes with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage, more than enough for the average smartphone user.

The iQOO Z7x's highlight features would be the large 6000mAh battery, 80W FlashCharge, and a 50MP Ultra Clarity Camera. It also sports the same 120Hz refresh rate screen but uses an IPS panel instead of an AMOLED panel like the iQOO Z7.

In Malaysia, you can get the iQOO Z7 or iQOO Z7x for as low as RM1299 and RM999 (via Lazada/Shopee). There's even a student discount program that offers you freebies worth RM248. If you're interested, you can visit the official iQOO Malaysia website.

So, is anyone interested in getting these devices? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more of the latest product launches and tech news.


iQOO Z7 series to launch this 21 March, features 120W fast charging

iQOO has announced that it will be debuting its latest midrange offerings, the iQOO Z7 series on 21 March 2023 in China and India. While only the Z7 5G has been officially confirmed, it is believed that it will launch alongside 2 other variants, the Z7i and Z7x.

Taking to its official Weibo page, iQOO said that the smartphone lineup will debut at 7pm local time on the aforementioned date in China. Meanwhile, its Indian division asserted that the iQOO Z7 5G will debut in the country on the same date and revealed that it is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 920 SoC.

On its Weibo account, the company teased the Chinese variant of the Z7 that will be offered in orange and blue colour options. The posters also show that the device would rock a dual-camera setup with OIS and has 120W fast charging that would give 5 hours of battery life after just 5 minutes of charge.

No other specs of the smartphone lineup have been announced just yet, though the Z7 (Chinese variant) is touted to be powered by the Snapdragon 782G, the Z7x by the Snapdragon 695 and the Z7i by the Dimensity 620 chipsets. The Indian variant of the Z7 5G will be powered by the Dimensity 920, with all of the variants’ availability outside of China and India not yet announced.

So, are you excited about the Z7 series? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news such as this.


iQOO confirms that the 10 Pro will be world’s first smartphone with 200W charging

Previously, we reported that the iQOO 10 Series is set for release this 19 July and will be sporting a few top of the line features such as the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC. Now, the company has revealed that the device would also be featuring 200W fast charging; the first smartphone in the world to do so.

That particular honour goes to the iQOO 10 Pro, while its little brother, the vanilla iQOO 10 is no slouch either with 120W fast charging. Taking to its official Weibo account, iQOO said that the feat took them countless trials, just so that its charging technology can be faster while being safe for consumers.

Furthermore, the upcoming 10 Series has also gotten 3C certification in China which further confirmed the devices’ fast charging capabilities. Shared by Gizmochina, the 10 has a designated V2217A model number while the 10 Pro is given V2218A.

The 3C approval also revealed that iQOO will be including specific chargers in the box for each device. Interestingly, the 10 Pro will get a charger with a model number V200100L0B0-CN that offers maximum charging speeds of 20V/10A (200W).

So, what do you guys think of the 10 Series and the world’s first 200W fast charging on a smartphone with the 10 Pro? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest trending tech news!


iQOO gaming smartphone officially launched in China starting from ~RM1821

Vivo’s sub-brand, iQOO has officially been announced in China and it comes equipped with the top of the line Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset and 4 different memory configuration with 4 different price point, with the first being the 6GB RAM + 128GB ROM priced at RMB2998(~RM1821), 8GB + 128GB at RMB3298(~RM2004), 8GB + 256GB at RMB3598(~RM2186) and lastly, 12GB + 256GB at RMB4298(~RM2611).

iQOO comes with various features such as their Super Liquid Cooling which helps cool down the chipset and give up to 45% performance increase. Other than that, it also comes with Multi-Turbo, such as the AI Turbo, Center, Net Turbo, Cooling Turbo as well as the Game Turbo to improve the performance of the smartphone during certain tasks. Other than that, it also comes with 44W Fast Charging which can fully charge the phone in less than 50 minutes. Due to the fact that the iQOO is focused more towards gaming, it also come with the Monster Touch feature that allows the user to remap buttons to use while gaming.

In terms of the tech specs of the smartphone, the iQOO comes equipped with the aforementioned Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset, memory configuration mentioned above, 13MP + 12MP + 2MP rear camera, 12MP front-facing selfie camera, 6.41-inch AMOLED display and 4000mAh non-removable battery. As of now, there was no official statement on whether the device will be coming to Malaysia. For more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


iQOO reveals official images of its upcoming Z6 Series, set to launch this 26 August 2022

iQOO has revealed that it will be launching the much anticipated iQOO Z6 Series this 26 August 2022. Set for unveiling in an event at 7.30 pm local time in China, the tech company has also revealed official images of the smartphone via its official Weibo account.

However, things do get a bit complicated as iQOO has already released a Z6 5G, Z6 Pro 5G and Z6 44W in India, but the models that will be launched in China would be different from these models. According to GizmoChina, the Z6 Series in China will feature two models, namely the Z6 and Z6x.

Based on the poster shared by iQOO, the Z6 will feature a triple-camera setup with one sensor being significantly bigger than the other two. Moreover, it would be offered in shades of blue, orange and black based on the Weibo post, though they may also be other colour variants that are not shown.

The poster also showed that the smartphone will have OIS support for its cameras. Based on rumours, the Z6 Series will sport a 120Hz IPS LCD display and will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G Plus SoC.

iQOO has also confirmed that the device will support 80W fast charging. Both the Z6 and Z6x are now available for pre-order through vivo’s online store and Jingdong Mall in China ahead of its launch.

So, what do you guys think of the Z6 Series by iQOO? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest tech news such as this!


iQOO's Super FlashCharge charges up your device from 0% to 50% in just 16 minutes!

You thought you knew fast charging? Here’s another one to wrap your mind around. Vivo sub-brand, iQOO, with their 44W Super FlashCharge brings your phone back to 50% charge from 0% in just 16 minutes.

Packed with a 4000mAh battery, the information was posted the company’s Weibo account. However, you will see a slight slowdown to the battery charging after that which is normal for most fast chargers to avoid damage to the device. Despite that, charging up the device to 100% is still pretty speedy anyways, hitting full charge in only about 46 minutes.

You can see how fast the device charges in these three screenshots

iQOO’s upcoming device has tech specs of 6GB/8GB RAM, 128GB internal storage and it may sport the Snapdragon 855. It may come with a rear triple camera setup with 13MP + 12MP + 2MP sensors and as for the selfie camera, it might be equipped with a 12MP snapper. Display-wise, we can expect the device to be around 6.4 inches in size.

The highest spec variant of this device is said to have 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. However, make sure you digest this info with some salt as no official announcements have been made by iQOO yet. The device will be launched tomorrow, 1st of March in China. I’m looking forward to checking out their gaming feature, ‘4D Shock’ to see how it enhances gaming on the device. So make sure you guys check out TechNave.com to be the first to know about the smartphone when it drops!


iQOO’s upcoming gaming phone can complete charging in 15 minutes

The iQOO 5 series is going to launch on 17 August at 2:30 pm and the company just officially announced on Weibo that this smartphone will be supporting the 120W fast-charge technology. Moreover, there’s a leak that this phone might comes with a dual-battery setup.

A few days ago, there was a showcase of the 120W fast-charge technology on the iQOO 5 series at the China Digital Entertainment Expo and Conference (ChinaJoy). It showcased that in just 5 minutes, the battery can achieve up to 50% battery life, to fully charge up to 100%, it only takes 15 minutes. For your information, the phone features a 4000mAh battery capacity.

On the other hand, this device got certified by the TUV Rheinland for the fast charge technology. Just so you know, the original charger adapter for the iQOO 5 series is just 65W so in other words, you will need to buy a separate 120W fast charger adapter. Besides that, it can support charging laptops, cameras, and other gadgets that support 100V to 240V wide voltage range. If there are insufficient power supply or non-220V in other regions, the charger can also support up to 120W output.

What do you think about this fast-charge technology? Would you buy the iQOO 5 series if it was launched in Malaysia? (Which we know they would never come.LEL) Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com


iQOO sets up an official Facebook page hinting that it's coming to Malaysia

iQOO might have finally decided to expand its market in Malaysia. It has been spotted that the brand has set up an official Facebook page recently. Not only that, but the page has also included the words "coming soon" on its cover image.

iQOO is a Chinese gaming smartphone brand and it's a sub-brand of vivo. It was founded in 2019 but it has only been focusing on the Chinese and Indian markets since then. Besides Malaysia, it's unsure whether it will make its appearance in other countries as well. As for the exact date of launching, we'll let you know as soon as we receive any updates.

To know more about iQOO's recent works, the company has launched the iQOO 7 as its latest flagship at the beginning of the year. Besides being powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, it also brings a 6.62-inch 120Hz AMOLED screen, 48MP main camera, 4000mAh battery that supports up to 120W fast charge and more.

Let us know if you're excited about the arrival of iQOO devices in Malaysia on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


Apple locks out third-party services on iPhone battery replacements

Apple iPhone batteries aren't exactly a highlight when it comes to features, as the number figure is usually lower than Android's due to a different operating system functionality but that's a topic for another day. Today, we just learn from a YouTube channel, The Art of Repair that Apple has quietly restricted any battery replacement, unless if it's their own official ones.

From the video, it was explained that if you use another lithium battery to replace the Apple iPhone, a message will appear saying the battery needs to be serviced in the Settings > Battery page. Usually, this message will pop up if your battery is at a low point of dying, but it seems that it applies to third party batteries as well even if it's an Apple battery.

So that's the bad news. However, it's not for every iPhone that's on the market. At the moment, it's only applicable on the iPhone XR, XS and XS Max. That said, the upcoming iPhone 2019 will probably have the same restriction and if you really want to change the said iPhones battery, you will need to bring it to an authorized Apple Service Provider or Apple Store. Third-party service providers ain't gonna cut it this time.

We are honestly not surprised by their conduct from a business point of view. Apple has been making repairing difficult since 2016 after one gets the iPhone back from a third-party service provider. This includes the Touch ID home button and even the display.


iQOO wants to expand their product line with gaming tablet and laptop

iQOO is a gaming-centric brand managed by vivo and they have been doing so well launching gaming smartphones with top-notch tech specs. Now, it appears that the gaming sub-brand is going to go big by making tablets and laptops as well. It is rumoured that one of the products will be released sooner than we thought.

The iQOO PAD, which sounds like a tablet, is going to be launched alongside a possible gaming laptop iQOOBOOK. The news came when the trademarks of the two mentioned devices have been registered earlier this month. They are also expected to have flagship tech-specs just like how iQOO always does with their devices.

Although the trademarks of those two products were registered around the same time, the IQOO PAD might be the first to be launched first according to tipsters. A user who is not well-known for leaks posted on Weibo saying that the IQOO PAD will be launched "soon". After that, the famous tipster Digital Chat Station backed up the statement by mentioning that the device will come with a high refresh rate screen and fast charging capabilities. We're not getting an exact date for the launch but it will be "soon"!

Let us know what you think about the IQOO PAD and IQOOBOOK on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest tech news.


iQOO will reportedly leave vivo to become an independent brand

It looks like there will be another smartphone sub-brand becoming independent soon. According to the latest report, iQOO will no longer be attached to vivo and become a standalone brand in the first half of 2022.

According to a tipster from Weibo, iQOO will directly affiliate with China-based BBK Electronics like vivo and OPPO next year. Therefore, vivo and iQOO will exist as different brands in the future, and the relationship between them is similar to the one between realme and OPPO. Besides that, iQOO that is currently using a customized version of vivo's OriginOS could also offer a different experience next year. Does it mean that it will be getting its new operating system?

Furthermore, the source also mentions that vivo will debut a new smartphone series named T-series in early November, with the price tag sets around 2,000 Yuan (~RM1,294) to 2,500 Yuan (~RM,1618). The next generation of S-series devices is also said to arrive in the same month. Last but not least, the tipster reveals that there will be no NEX phones for now as the company's internal plans have been overturned.

Leave a comment to let us know what you think about the news! Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone updates.


iQoo 7 release: 120W fast charging, SD888 chipset and 120Hz display from ~RM2386

It seems that iQoo has officially unveiled the iQoo 7 smartphone in China, and it’s priced at RMB3798 (~RM2386) for the 8GB + 128GB while the 12GB + 256GB variant goes for RMB4198 (~RM2638). While there is no official information regarding the Malaysia release date, it does give us an idea on what to expect if it were to be available in the local market.

As for the tech specs, the iQoo 7 comes equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset, memory configurations mentioned above, 6.62-inch 120Hz FHD+ 120Hz display, as well as a 4000mAh battery that supports up to 120W fast charging. Camera-wise, the phone has a 48MP + 13MP + 13MP rear camera while the front has a 16MP selfie camera.

In terms of the colours, the smartphone in question is available in Blackland, Latent Blue, as well as Legendary edition with BMW stripes. What are your thoughts on the iQoo 7 smartphone that’s currently available only in China? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


iflix introduces new Playlists feature

Patrick Grove, iflix Co-founder and Chairman (2nd row, far right), Mark Britt, iflix CEO (1st row, far left) and Azran Osman-Rani, iflix Malaysia CEO (1st row, center), celebrating the launch of iflix 'Playlists' with (2nd row, from L-R) Chef Nik Michael Imran, Chef Sherson Lian, Serena C, Sazzy Falak, Afdlin Shauki, Darren Teh from An Honest Mistake, Zain Saidin, Sasha Saidin, Hannah Tan, and Chef Johnny Fua as well as (1st row, from L-R) Juliana Evans, Hunny Madu, Linora Low, and Nash Idrus.

Today, iflix has announced a new feature and launch Playlist, bringing 50 Malaysia's most influential people and personalities and their fans together, which includeAfdlin Shauki, Sazzy Falak, Maya Karin, Diana Danielle, Sasha Saldin, Dynas Mokhtar, Juliana Evans, Zain Saidin, Amber Chia, Hannah Tan, Linora Low, Resh and many more.

iflix's new Playlist feature, revolutionizes the content discovery experience, enabling members to find out new TV shows and movies from the people and trusted sources they already have, as well as offering members to follow their favourite personal playlist to find out what their the celebrities are doing, for example, what comedian Afdin Shauki watches at home, or what's Diana Danielle's favourite go-to action movies, or what actress and mum Sazzy Falak is indulging after she put her twin daughters to bed. This is the new “People” category of celebrities and pesonalities offered in the Playlist, below are other category that members can enjoy:

iflix Malaysia CEO, Azran Osman-Rani commented: “Malaysia are utterly passionate about their homegrown celebrities and entertainment. Our new Playlist features is the perfect tool coneecting members to their favourite icons.”

“At iflix, we are obsessively focused on customers experience. With an immense library of thousands of TV shows, movies and more on offer, it can sometimes be difficult to choose what to watch next. Playlists allows iflix members to engage with their favourite entertainment personalities and infliencers to see what they're watching or choose shows according to their interests and entrrtainment preferences for a specially curated experience.” he concluded.

The service is currently priced at only RM10 per month in Malaysia for unlimited access with no ads, for new subcribers, iflix offers a complimentary 30-day trial with full access to its world-class service, features and content. For more information, visit www.iflix.com to check it out.


iflix officially launches service in Sri Lanka

Today, iflix has announced the official launch of their service in Sri Lanka. Customers can sign up for a 30-day free trial via iflix’s website, www.iflix.com, giving them unlimited access to thousands of the world’s best TV shows, movies and more on every device they own, with no credit card required and no obligations. Each iflix subscription includes:

The monthly rate of unlimited access to iflix is priced at LKR449 (around RM12!), annual subscription fees will receive a 20% discount off the monthly rate and are priced at incredible LKR4308 (around RM119) per year.

Firaz Markar, General Manager for iflix Sri Lanka, commented: “Sri Lanka has some of the highest rates of growth in smartphone adoption in the region. We are thrilled to make iflix’s world-leading, smartphone first Internet TV service and exceptional library of the best in international and local content to Sri Lankan consumers. We can’t wait for everyone in Sri Lanka to press play!”

iflix currently offers subscribers the largest selection of critically acclaimed internationally and local TV series and fan-favourite films both in the region. Amongst the hundreds of top shows now available on iflix are The Flash, Arrow, Gotham, Big Bang Theory, The Vampire Diaries, Friends, Two and a Half Men, Merlin and Supernatural. Multi Emmy winning US phenomena Mr. Robot joins iflix’s growing library of exclusive, first run series, to be made available for the first time in Sri Lanka.


iflix secures $90 million funds for global expansion

Today, as iflix has been steadily increasing their expansion and success over a number of markets, the company announced it has closed a new round of funding in excess of US$90 million to support its further international expansion.

With this, the local company secured new investors – Liberty Global plc, major distributor of TV entertainment, sports and other programming, Zain, a leading mobile and data services operator in the Middle East and Africa with whom iflix recently established a joint venture ‘iflix Arabia’ in the MENA region, and a privately held investment management firm that invests in consumer businesses across Africa.

To add on to that, the capital also came from existing shareholders Sky PLC, Catcha Group and Los Angeles-based Evolution Media, an investment company that partners with entertainment, lifestyle, media, sports, and technology businesses.

iflix co-founder and Group CEO, Mark Britt said: “We are incredibly excited with the demand we are seeing for iflix in the Middle East and Africa, as well as other new markets in Asia and worldwide. The new funds will enable us to seize this immense opportunity and continue empower local consumers and provide them with the best content and services available, and the freedom to enjoy that offering whenever and wherever they want, wherever they are in the world.”

“There are currently more than 2.5 billion people with smartphones in emerging markets who have a passion for cultural influences from around the globe and want access to the best entertainment content available easily and reliably. It is our aim to make iflix available to each and every one of them. Having exceptional partners, Liberty Global, Zain, Sky PLC, Evolution Media and Catcha Group who share our vision, will be fundamental to our success as we expand our footprint in Asia and roll out the service in the Middle East and Africa” Britt added.

iflix is now available in nine markets across Southeast Asia, iflix recently launched its service in Pakistan and Vietnam, and additionally announced its Joint Venture, iflix Arabia, with Zain, to make its world class service available in the MENA region. To read the full story, visit this link here and stay tuned for more iflix news.


iflix service now available in Brunei

Today, iflix is thrilled to announce the launch of its service in Brunei. Consumers from Brunei can now sign up for a 30-day free trial via iflix’s website, www.iflix.com, giving them unlimited access to thousands of the world’s best TV shows, movies and more on every device they own, with no credit card required and no obligations. After the free trial, the monthly retail subscriptions is priced at B$4; annual subscriptions will receive a 20% discount off the monthly rate and are priced at an affordable B$38 per year.

Mark Britt, iflix Group Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer commented: “Over the last few months we have received exceptional demand and requests to make our service available in Brunei. We are thrilled share that from today, TV lovers in Brunei now can have unlimited access to iflix’s world class service and library of thousands of top TV shows, movies and more all for one unbelievably low price!”

Amongst the hundreds of top shows now available on iflix are every episode of Friends, The O.C. and Gossip Girl, nine seasons of Big Bang Theory, hugely popular current shows The Flash, Arrow, Gotham, 2 Broke Girls, The 100, The Originals, Pretty Little Liars, and many more. iflix additionally offers an incredible catalogue of kids content, including Yo Gabba Gabba, Dora the Explorer, Spongebob Squarepants, Mr. Bean Animated and much more. Multi Emmy winning US phenomena Mr. Robot, every season of multi-award winning, highly acclaimed Fargo, and this year’s smash hit The Magicians joins iflix’s growing library of exclusive, first run series, to be made available for the first time in Brunei.


#khabarbaik - Unifi Air with unlimited data is now official for RM79/month, Streamyx & Unifi Lite announced for RM69/month

As previously rumoured, Telekom Malaysia Berhad has unveiled a #khabarbaik announcement that the Unifi Air is real and official. Coming with unlimited internet data, the official price is just RM79/month and in addition to that, the Unifi Lite and Streamyx also got a new price tag RM69/month, as well as a new MyUnifi app for managing various related features.

Let's talk about Unifi Air first, it can connect up to 64 devices with an average speed of 20Mbps with unlimited data but there's a catch on that. It will only be offered to existing Streamyx users who are using the 2.3GHz TD-LTE network which is using higher-bandwidth connectivity. Around 35,000 homes across 28 LTE areas are eligible for it, so for those who can't get it, this is where Unifi Lite comes in at the price of RM69 per month.

Just like for existing Streamyx users, the RM69 fee will start from September 2019 onwards regardless of what speed package they are using. However, for new customers signing up for the Unifi Lite plan, they will have to pay RM89 per month (up to 8Mbps).

On top of that, myunifi app was also introduced as an all-in-one app and has some features that allow the user to check on some tasks. This includes checking your Unifi monthly bills, 24-hour Live Chat Support, 24-hour installation, zero no show assurance and more. The app is also using "digitalme" as a secure digital ID for both the app, unifi.com.my portal and other related unifi apps in the future. myuUnifi app can be downloaded via Google PlayStore, Apple AppStore and Huawei AppGallery.

TM is currently working on using fibre, wireless and Gigawire for their network rollout, approximately 70% of Streamyx users will have a speed upgrade by the end of 2020. For more information on unifi product offerings, please visit unifi.com.my.

Stay tuned for more unifi news at TechNave.com.


macOS Big Sur users are reporting screensaver bug on Mac PCs

Software updates are rarely smooth sailing. For example, macOS Big Sur users reported an update turned their MacBooks into bricks back in November 2020. This time around, it would seem that multiple users are running into a screensaver bug on their Mac PCs.

According to MacRumors, users have complained that their Mac computers often get stuck on the screensaver. Currently, older Macs and current Apple M1-powered ones are both affected by this bug. It's said that the reason for this is the Fast User Switching feature, which many Mac users have enabled.

In case you're unaware, the Fast User Switching allows users to swap between user accounts on Mac computers without having to log out. When this happens, a screensaver would sometimes be activated and remain stuck on the screen. Users would have to use methods like manually closing and reopening the lid to return to the login page. Of course, they can also disable the feature to prevent the bug from occurring.

The problem has already been reported to the Apple community forum, so a fix should be on the way. But has any of you experienced this particular problem? Let us know if you have a fix for it in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more news.


macOS Monterey causing crashes for M1 Pro and M1 Max MacBook Pro

On 19 October 2021, Apple launched the new MacBook Pro, which comes with either the M1 Pro or M1 Max chipset. But if you were hoping to buy one for yourself, do keep in mind that it might not be a smooth experience. Already, users have spotted bugs with the OS.

According to MacRumors, users on its forums have complained about a peculiar issue with the new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro. Allegedly, they have been experiencing kernel crashes on macOS Monterey version 12.0.1. The crashes trigger upon watching HDR videos on YouTube in fullscreen mode, then trying to exit the mode.

This is some kind of software issue. The exact reason is currently unknown, but users speculate that it could be caused by the AV1 decoder. It makes sense since it has such a specific trigger. In any case, an update to the new macOS Monterey should solve the problem.

Have you encountered this issue on other Mac devices with macOS Monterey installed? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Apple looking to introduce a new automatic download & install toggle update for iOS 13.6

It wasn't that long ago when iOS 13.5.1 was released, but now we have some news on the upcoming iOS 13.6 and iPadOS 13.6 update. According to sources, the second developer beta software is already rolled out by Apple and we will be seeing some new features. This includes a toggle for updates that lets you choose to download and install automatically or not.

From the image below, you can see how the new Automatic Updates look like (still subject to change) and there are two kinds of updates. One is the traditional Download iOS Updates which will download automatically with a WiFi connection around, whereas the other is a new Install iOS Update. If the description for the new toggle update is too small for you, it basically installs the software update automatically overnight right after the download. Moreover, the iPhone must be charged and connected to the WiFi as well.

While this is actually nothing new for installing the software update overnight, the new Install iOS Update is just an upgrade from on that feature as the system will notify you about the update is installed overnight. On top of that, this new Install iOS Update is said to be coming over to the iPad and iPod Touch as well in the future.

We are just two weeks away from Apple introducing the latest iOS 14 at this year's WWDC 2020. Until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


miHoYo announces Honkai: Star Rail, teaser video leaked

Some Genshin Impact fans were disappointed at how lacking the first anniversary of the game turned out to be. But that could be because miHoYo was busy working on a new game. The company announced a new game yesterday, and it's called Honkai: Star Rail.

Based on the name and teaser image, this game is probably related to the Honkai series and takes place in space. The company hasn't announced anything but did confirm that the closed beta is coming on 8 October 2021. This suggests that the game is already nearing completion, so miHoYo must have been slacking on Genshin Impact to work on this (jk lol).

May This Journey Lead Us StarwardFirst closed beta sign-up event will start on October 8. Stay tuned, Trailblazers!#HonkaiStarRail pic.twitter.com/LCzpEQFll4

In addition, a teaser video for the game was also leaked on YouTube, revealing new characters that are not present in Honkai Impact 3 (HI3). Furthermore, Dual Shockers previously reported miHoYo registering the "Honkai Impact 4 Galaxy" trademark. This trademark could be referring to Honkai: Star Rail and might be the proof that the game is a sequel of sorts.

There are also plenty of leaked images on Twitter showing character designs and features in the game. With that said, how will Honkai: Star Rail compare to miHoYo's other major games? Let us know what you expect to see from the game in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about it.


narzo 30 unboxing video released before the global launch in Malaysia

In just one week, Malaysia will be the first country to launch the narzo 30 by realme. So far, we only know that it will be featuring a MediaTek Helio G95 chipset but someone online already released an unboxing video of the phone. Here's what we know about the rest of the tech specs.

From the YouTube video, the narzo 30 is said to sport 6GB of RAM as previously reported in leak documents. The video also seemed to 'confirmed' that it would have 128GB internal storage and a 5000mAh battery pack supporting 30W fast charging just like the narzo 30 Pro.

Besides that, we also predicted that it would have a 6.5-inch LCD. The display supports FHD+ resolution, a 90Hz refresh rate and 580 nits of maximum brightness. Finally, there is a triple rear camera consisting of a 48MP (main) + 2MP (black and white) + 2MP (macro) lens.

We won't be surprised if the video gets taken down soon afterwards, but what do you think of the phone? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


narzo 50 5G & narzo 50 Pro 5G Malaysia release: special launching price starting from RM899

In just one day, realme Malaysia launched not one, not two, but a total of four smartphones. Among the lineup, the narzo 50 5G and 50 Pro 5G have finally made their debut here with a special launching price starting from RM899. The narzo 50 series initially were introduced elsewhere too so it was a surprise to get the new phones here as soon as possible.

About the availability and promotion of the narzo 50 series, realme fans can enjoy some special First Day Sale offers at realme Malaysia’s Official Online Store on Lazada on 25 May 2022, whereby both devices will be at a discount. If you plan to get the narzo 50 Pro 5G, you will bring home a pair of realme Q2 Buds (while stocks last).

For the discount, the narzo 50 5G and 50 Pro 5G will be slashed to RM899 and RM1099 respectively. As aforementioned, the starting price is RM1099 which is obviously the narzo 50 5G. On the other hand, the narzo 50 Pro 5G is RM1299. Since we have already covered the tech specs, you can check out our news coverage here.

What do you think of these devices? Let us know in the comments below and do stay tuned for more trending tech gadget deals at TechNave.com.


nubia 3D Pad debuts at MWC 2023 with 3D viewing experience & more

Today, nubia took the chance to unveil a new tablet with 3D viewing features. Dubbed the nubia 3D Pad, it also marks the company's first Android tablet with 3D viewing without the need for any 3G glasses.

From the promo video below, the nubia Pad 3D features a Snapdragon 888 5G chipset and a huge 9070mAh battery pack. To fully support its 3D capabilities, it has a few Leia technology features with the likes of LeiaPlayer, LeiaCam, LeiaChat, LeiaTube and many more. Its IPS LCD is 12.4 inches and supports a 120Hz refresh rate and 16:10 aspect ratio.

To display the 3D effects, Leia Inc helped developed a DLB later with its Leia 3D Lightfield mode. This helps the tablet to transform 2D content into 3D in real-time. There's also a pair of 8MP front cameras to track the user's face and provide a 3D viewing experience on the go. On top of that, you can also use the dual front cameras and the 16MP rear camera to scan objects into 3D photos and videos.

There are two storage variants of the nubia Pad 3D - 128GB and 256GB (expandable with a microSD card) but no price tag was revealed. It is unknown if the tablet would even go on commercial sale globally, let alone in Malaysia. But what do you think? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


nubia Play 5G will come with 48MP Sony sensor, expected to launch 21 April 2020

When it comes to gaming smartphones, nubia is one of the best around and the company has a new device on the way. In the last few days, nubia CEO Ni Fei has been posting info of the launch date and camera specs for the nubia Play 5G on Weibo. There are quite a few things that have been shared so let's take a look at them.

First, it has been confirmed that the nubia Play 5G will be unveiled on 21 April 2020 (7 PM Malaysia time) during a live-stream. Another thing we know is that it's going to have a large 5100 mAh battery, 30W Power Delivery, and fast-charging. But aside from the cameras, not much else has been revealed so far. Still, we're expecting it to at least have a Snapdragon 730G chipset if not the more powerful flagship Snapdragon 865 chipset.

Speaking of cameras, nubia seems to have a lot of confidence in the camera performance of the nubia Play 5G. Ni Fei even posted a set of photo samples taken by the phone to show how well it can perform. The phone is expected to come with a quad rear camera setup that includes a main 48MP Sony sensor, while the front camera has also been confirmed to be a single 12MP camera module.

If you're looking for a gaming smartphone with good battery and cameras, the nubia Play 5G sounds like it might be a good option to consider. Having said that, what do you think of nubia and gaming smartphones in general? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for updates.


nubia Red Magic 6 confirmed to come equipped with 120W fast charging and 4500mAh battery

It seems that the nubia Red Magic 6 might have been confirmed by the manufacturers, and it seems to come equipped with a 4500mAh battery which supports up to 120W fast charging. While not much is known in regards to whether the smartphone will be coming to Malaysia, it does give us a better idea on what to expect when it’s officially available in the Chinese market.

As for the tech specs, it seems that a GeekBench benchmark seems to hint that the smartphone in question will come equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset. However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that the manufacturers of nubia have yet to provide an official statement on the leaked info.

Would you be interested in getting the nubia Red Magic 6 if it were to be available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


nubia Watch revealed with a flexible AMOLED screen for ~RM1091

If you have heard of nubia, you would know that it's a smartphone brand that is known for launching the Red Magic gaming smartphone series. Just last night, they announced the Red Magic 5S in China and during the launch, they also revealed a brand new smartwatch simply called the nubia Watch.

Obviously, what makes the nubia Watch stand out is its 4.01-inch flexible AMOLED display which is super cool. Despite the rather long AMOLED display, the watch can last up to 36 hours or 6.5 days in power-saving mode and that's mightily impressive. In terms of design, it's a combination of custom-made ceramics and 316L stainless steel while the strap is made of silicon or Napa leather.

As for the features, you can find the usual sports modes, health monitor, steps tracker and others. It also supports eSIM so you can have a conversation with the wearable, as well as using Alipay mobile payments. The three colour models are Knight Black, War Armour Green and Red Flame Red.

The nubia Watch is exclusively launched in China so we don't think it will make its way to the Malaysian market anytime soon. But if you're still interested, the price tag is 1799 Yuan (~RM1091). What do you think of the watch? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending gadget news at TechNave.com.


nubia Z17 mini pre-order starts today for RM1599 + free bundled package worth RM500

Today, Nubia Malaysia is excited to announce that the nubia Z17 mini pre-order is starting today for RM1599 only until 31 August 2017. The first 100 customers who pre-order the phone during that period will receive a Protection Plan, a tempered glass as well as a leather case worth RM500 for free.

The Nubia Smartphone Protection Plan includes protection for broken display, water damage and others up to RM299 with terms and conditions, of course. Available in Blue, you can now preorder the device now at the company's online store, local e-commerce partners Lazada, Shopee, 11street, DirectD as well as all Nubia Malaysia authorized dealers nationwide.

Do also keep in mind that after the pre-order period, the Z17 mini will cost RM1699 (inclusive of GST) but the bundled package is still complimentary. The pre-ordered units will be shipped or available for collection from 4 September onwards.

To recap the tech-specs, Z17 mini is a midranger with a pair of cameras at the back using 13MP RGB + 13MP monochrome sensors, running on 6GB + 128GB memory capacity, powered by a Snapdragon 653 processor, the FHD display is measured 5.2-inch, 2950mAh battery onboard and more.

Looks quite a bargain, if you ask me. Hurry up before it's too late!


nubia wants to “Flex your life”, is it the foldable display nubia α bracelet phone watch?

Well, well, looks like foldable display stuff are back in style after Samsung's Galaxy Fold debut, as nubia also revealed a poster on an upcoming nubia smartphone which will “Flex your life”. Set for an MWC 2019 unveiling on 25 February 2019, the poster reveals what looks like a shell at first but this is actually the visual representation of the Fibonacci sequence along with the aforementioned statement of “Flex your life”. Could this be nubia's foldable display smartphone?

Just a day or 2 earlier renderer @VenyaGeskin1 also revealed a “straight from nubia” concept device called the nubia α. While it may be just a coincidence, could nubia's foldable display smartphone be the nubia α? Looking a lot like a narrow band, renders show it bending into a bracelet which you can then wear on your wrist. Now we all know how difficult it is to make calls on your phone watch but if we unfold it, perhaps it might be more usable?

No tech specs or features mentioned, much less Malaysia reveal dates or pricing details, but what do you think? Would you want something like the nubia α? Can anyone remember Nokia's Morph concept? Stay tuned to TechNave.com.


realme 10 Malaysia pre-order - priced at RM999 from Valentine's Day onwards

Today, realme Malaysia finally launched the last member of the realme 10 series. The realme 10 is priced at RM999 and will be available for purchase from 14 February 2023 onwards. The pre-order bundle will offer a free realme Band 2 and 1-Year screen warranty.

As the standard vanilla variant of the realme 10 Pro series, the realme 10 features a MediaTek Helio G99 chipset, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. There's also 8GB of Dynamic RAM, which allows the realme 10 to reach up to 16GB of RAM in total and run up to 18 apps on standby. Users may also expand the storage further up to 1TB via a microSD card.

On the exterior, the realme 10 also has a 90Hz AMOLED display using a Corning Gorilla Glass 5-grade material. Moreover, the 5000mAh battery supports a 33W fast charging technology that can recharge the phone from zero to 50% in 28 minutes. Finally, the realme 10 features a 50MP primary rear camera and a 16MP front camera with Night mode ProLight and Street Photography Mode 2.0.

The first sale will begin on 17 February and for a limited time until the 19th, customers can still get the 1-Year screen warranty at all realme Brand Stores and official Authorised dealers. In conjunction with the launch today, realme Malaysia also announced three major plans. This includes the realme SEGi Scholarship, team realme talent recruitment, as well as a Special University Student Offer. You can read all about it right over here, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple looking to invest ~RM1.43 billion in Taiwanese factories for LED panels

Back in March, well-known Apple analyst Kuo Ming-Chi predicted that the company could be developing up to six new products featuring mini-LED panels. And it looks like the prediction may not be off the mark. A new report claims that Apple could be ready to invest big into LED panel factories in Taiwan, with the estimated sum at NTD 10 billion (~RM1.43 billion).

According to the Taiwan Sourcing Service Provider, Apple wants to build a new factory in Taiwan with the help of Epistar and AU Optronics. It's expected to be located Hsinchu Science Park, with the goal of manufacturing LED and mini-LED panels for Apple products. Also, the factory would be expected to prioritise a shift towards micro-LED panels eventually. Investing mini-LED and micro-LED makes sense, as both are seen as panel technologies of the future. They'll provide greater energy efficiency over traditional LCD panels and would be thinner.

Like we've mentioned above, Apple is reportedly working on six new products that will use mini-LED panels. They're expected to be a new 14.1-inch MacBook Pro, 16-inch MacBook Pro, 12.9-inch iPad Pro, 10.2-inch iPad, 7.9-inch iPad mini, and a 27-inch iMac Pro are expected to come with mini-LED panels. These are expected to launch in 2021, with the production of the mini-LED panels starting in 2020.

So far, Apple has yet to confirm anything, which means that some of the investment details could be subject to change. But the company will most likely make a formal announcement if this news is true, so expect some news on this soon. With that said, what do you think of this move? Is it the right time to heavily invest in new panel technologies? Share your thoughts on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for updates on this.


realme 10 Pro 5G Coca-Cola Edition Malaysia release - 8GB + 256GB variant, priced at RM1399

When the realme 10 Pro 5G Coca-Cola Edition was announced, we really thought that we wouldn't see it in Malaysia but here it is. Priced at RM1399, here's everything you need to know about the availability.

According to realme, Malaysia is one of only four countries globally to get this special Coca-Cola Edition. There are only 6000 units available and while they didn't disclose how many local set units are there, the phone is in limited stock. Released for the Malaysian market, the memory configuration that we are getting is the 8GB + 256GB variant. The first sale is on 13 April 2023 (realme Malaysia's official e-commerce) as well as on 14 April 2023 (selected stores).

Other than that, the rest of the tech specs remain the same as the realme 10 Pro 5G. This includes a Snapdragon 695 5G chipset, a 108MP ProLight main camera, a 6.72-inch 120Hz display, and a 5000mAh battery pack with a 33W SuperVOOC charge technology. It's worth mentioning that the phone has an extra 8GB of Dynamic RAM on top of the existing 8GB of RAM.

Also, customers who get this phone will get some exclusive realme + Coca-Cola stickers, a limited number card, a customised SIM card needle as a Coca-Cola bottle cap, a realmeow Coca-Cola figure and of course, the Coca-Cola Edition box package. The phone will have a Coca-Cola theme design and UI, including customised app icons and Coca-Cola notification sounds.

What do you think of the realme 10 Pro 5G Coca-Cola Edition? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


realme 10 Pro 5G Coca-Cola Edition is officially coming to Malaysia

realme recently released one of the most well-made special edition smartphones with the realme 10 Pro 5G Coca-Cola Edition. Now, the company has finally announced the device’s global availability and it’s good news for Malaysians as our country will be one of the first to get the smartphone!

In fact, realme revealed that Malaysia is one of only four countries selected across the world for the listing of the first Coca-Cola edition smartphone. Moreover, the company claims that only 6,000 units will be available globally, hence it may only be sold in a limited quantity when it enters our country.

According to the official realme India website, the 10 Pro Coca-Cola Edition has the exact same specs as the regular 10 Pro but features the aforementioned unique design and deep Coca-Cola-themed customisation in its software. These include a custom charging animation that imitates the filling up of a bottle of coke, a custom set of icons, a fizzy wallpaper and even customised Coca-Cola notification sounds and ringtones.

Besides that, the limited edition device comes with a Coca-Cola-themed retail box. Inside, consumers will get the device, a pin in the form of a bottle cap, a card with the unique number of the device (from 0001 to 1000), stickers and a figurine of realme’s mascot Realmeow.

As of the time of writing, realme didn’t reveal the exact date for the special edition smartphone to be retailing in Malaysia. Well, do keep an eye on realme Malaysia’s official Facebook page here for more info. As always, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave for the latest development on this and for more trending tech news.


realme 10 Pro 5G Coca-Cola Edition will be fizzing into Malaysia this 12 April

Previously, we reported that the realme 10 Pro 5G Coca-Cola Edition is officially coming to Malaysia. Now, realme Malaysia has given more details on the local launch, revealing its launch date.

Taking to its official Facebook page, the company announced that the fizzy smartphone will be unveiled in a launch event on 12 April 2023. realme Malaysia further teases fans to get ready to experience the fun that makes you cool, classy and more refreshing than ever.

Launched in India last February, the 10 Pro Coca-Cola Edition has the exact same specs as the regular 10 Pro but features the aforementioned unique design and deep Coca-Cola-themed customisation in its software. These include a custom charging animation that imitates the filling up of a bottle of coke, a custom set of icons, a fizzy wallpaper and even customised Coca-Cola notification sounds and ringtones.

Besides that, the limited edition device comes with a Coca-Cola-themed retail box. Inside, consumers will get the device, a pin in the form of a bottle cap, a card with the unique number of the device, stickers and a figurine of realme’s mascot Realmeow.

In announcing the Special Edition smartphone’s arrival in our country, realme claims that only 6000 units will be available globally. Furthermore, Malaysia is only one of four countries where the fizzy smartphone will initially be available.

So, what do you guys think of the 10 Pro 5G Coca-Cola Edition? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


realme 10 Pro 5G Coca-Cola Edition will launch this 10 February

Previously, we reported that an upcoming Coca-Cola smartphone that surfaced online is likely to be a special edition of the realme 10 Pro 5G. Well, realme has since confirmed the matter and announced that the ‘refreshing’ device will debut in India at 12.30pm local time on 10 February 2023.

According to the official launching event website, the special edition smartphone is dubbed “the industry’s bubbliest collaboration ever”, with the tagline of the Coca-Cola smartphone seeming to be “Cheers for real” which is a clever play on both the carbonated drink and the realme brand.

There’s also an interesting image of what looks like a humanoid cat figurine with the Coca-Cola logo on its body which may come included with the special edition smartphone. Furthermore, at the back of the poster seems to be the packaging for the 10 Pro 5G Coca-Cola Edition.

Not much is known about the upcoming smartphone just yet, though it is believed to have the exact same specs as the 10 Pro 5G but with a Coca-Cola-themed design both on its hardware and software. Check out our coverage of the 10 Pro 5G to find out more about the device.

So, what do you guys think of this collaboration between realme and Coca-Cola? Would you grab one if it’s available in Malaysia? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more tech news such as this.


realme 10 Pro 5G series Malaysia pre-order - starting price from RM1299

Today, realme Malaysia has unveiled the realme 10 5G series for the Malaysian market. Since the phones were already launched in China, we will be focusing on the price and availability here.

For starters, the realme 10 Pro 5G (8GB + 256GB) costs RM1299, whereas the realme 10 Pro+ 5G has two variants - 8GB + 128GB for RM1599 and 12GB + 256GB for RM1799. The two phones will be available on 16 December but on 12 December, the realme 10 Pro+ (8GB + 128GB) will have a flash sale for RM1399 on Lazada. Every pre-order made starting today will grant a customer a 1+1 extended warranty, realme Band 2 and a Scratch-and-Win gift.

To recap the tech specs, the realme 10 Pro 5G series features up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. You can still add in a microSD card of up to 1TB as well as get extra up to 12GB of Dynamic RAM. The display features are impressive too, offering up to a 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, up to 800 nits peak brightness and FHD+ resolution (2400 x 1080 pixels).

The phones are also realme's first 2160Hz PWM Dimming display phone that allows easier reading. For the chipsets, the realme 10 Pro 5G and realme 10 Pro+ 5G features a Snapdragon 695 and Dimensity 920 respectively. Both have 5000mAh batteries with fast charging technology, as well as a 108MP primary rear camera.

The realme 10 open sale will come soon in 2023 so until then, we just have to wait for the news. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


realme 10 Pro Coca-Cola Edition release: Limited to only 1000 units at ~RM1104

After being teased by realme for the past two months or so, the company has finally released the special Coca-Cola Edition of the realme 10 Pro 5G in India. Made in collaboration with the popular soft drink brand, the device comes in a unique design and package, with only 1000 units being sold.

According to the official realme India website, the 10 Pro Coca-Cola Edition has the exact same specs as the regular 10 Pro but features the aforementioned unique design and deep Coca-Cola-themed customisation in its software. These include a custom charging animation that imitates the filling up of a bottle of coke, a custom set of icons, a fizzy wallpaper and even customised Coca-Cola notification sounds and ringtones.

Besides that, the limited edition device comes with a Coca-Cola-themed retail box. Inside, consumers will get the device, a pin in the form of a bottle cap, a card with the unique number of the device (from 0001 to 1000), stickers and a figurine of realme’s mascot Realmeow.

In India, the 10 Pro Coca-Cola Edition is priced at INR20999 or ~RM1104. Given its limited units, it is unlikely that the device would be sold in other regions and realme itself has yet to reveal plans for expanding its release.

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