realme GT Neo3 arriving with an extra chip dedicated for graphic performance

We're getting closer to the launch of the realme GT Neo3 happening on 22 March. Before it gets fully revealed, the company has shared with us one more thing today. The latest teaser poster shows that the device will get an extra auxiliary chip dedicated for graphic performance.

As some of you might know already, the realme GT Neo3 will be one of the first phones to pack the latest MediaTek Dimensity 8100 SoC. Besides that, realme will also add in a chip to assist the Mali-G610 MC6 GPU in achieving a stable frame rate and ensure lower power consumption in some situations. It's said to work similarly to MEMC (motion estimation, motion compensation), which is a feature that takes in low frame footage and outputs a high frame rate version.

Furthermore, the chip can perform motion interpolation up to 120 fps to fully utilize the device's high refresh rate display. If you want to know how it performs in real life, you can refer to the video above that showcases the gameplay of Genshin Impact. The lower part shows the game with interpolation enabled running at 90 fps, and keep note that the video is shot in slow-mo to demonstrate the difference.

Are you excited about the arrival of the realme GT Neo3? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


realme GT Neo5 SE to launch this 3 April 2023, features the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 SoC

Previously, we reported on the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 SoC, Qualcomm’s latest ‘flagship’ chipset for mid-range devices. Now, we’ve gotten confirmation that a second device after the Redmi Note 12 Turbo will be powered by the chipset, which is the realme GT Neo5 SE.

Taking to its official Weibo account, realme announced that the upcoming device will be one of the first smartphones in the world to be powered by the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2. Besides that, the company also teased several specs of the GT Neo5 SE and its design.

These include a new rainbow-like ‘Final Fantasy’ colour option, a narrow curved waistline and a 193.1g weight. Moreover, the device is confirmed to launch at 2pm on 3 April 2023 in China. Well, we just need to wait for a few days to get the full specs and features of the device!

So, what do you guys think of the upcoming GT Neo5 SE? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


realme GT Pro is the name of realme's upcoming flagship smartphone

Based on a statement by Xu Qi Chase on his weibo account, it seems that realme’s upcoming smartphone will be called the realme GT Pro. While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date, it does give us a better idea of what to expect when it is officially available in the global market.

In terms of the tech specs, rumours hinted that the smartphone in question is expected to come equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset, up to 12GB RAM, up to 512GB ROM, 6.8-inch 160Hz display, and a 5000mAh battery which supports up to 125W fast charging.

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

Would you be interested in getting the realme GT Pro? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


realme GT release: SD888, 120Hz display, up to 12GB RAM from ~RM2240

realme has officially unveiled the realme GT smartphone in the global market that comes with a price of 449 Euros (~RM2240) for the 8GB + 128GB variant while the 12GB + 256 GB variant is priced at 599 Euros (~RM2988). Unfortunately, there’s no official information in regards to the Malaysia release date, so check back with us for more updates on that.

In terms of the tech specs, the smartphone series comes equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset, up to 12GB RAM, 6.43-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED 120Hz display, and a 4500mAh battery that supports up to 65W fast charging. Additionally, it has a 64MP + 8MP + 2MP rear camera, while the front has a 16MP front-facing selfie camera.

As for the features, the phone comes with a 360Hz touch sampling rate, allowing the device to detect the user’s input much faster for a more responsive gameplay experience. Additionally, it has a 3.5mm audio jack, under-display fingerprint sensor, and it’s available in Yellow, Blue, and Silver colour schemes.

The Racing Yellow colour variant has a speed-inspired design with its dual-tone vegan leather for a more sporty look, and it is also fingerprint-resistant. Furthermore, when playing mobile games, the phone uses a stainless steel cooling system capable of reducing more heat than its predecessor.

When it comes to photography and videos,  it has various features, including AI Scene Recognition, Super Night Mode, Dynamic Bokeh, AI Passport Photo, 960FPS Slow Motion, and 4K60FPS video recording. Last but not least, the smartphone will be one of the first to receive the Android 12 Beta 1, allowing you to experience the latest features available on the upcoming Android update.

With all that said, would you be interested in purchasing the realme GT as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


realme GT's outlook and design spotted on MWC decoration posters!

Last week, we a new certificate is found on 3C certifications for the latest realme GT as well as the launching date. Today, we got the color design of the realme GT leaked from the ShangHai World Congress (MWC) decoration posters as well as new details on the tech specs.

According to the vice president of realme, Xu Qi, the realme GT will sport the Snapdragon 888 chipset and support an enhanced version of Wi-Fi 6. Besides, the posters from Shanghai World Congress (MWC) decorations that will start next Tuesday also reveal the aforementioned smartphone coming in with a special yellow and black color design with the blank part extending from the camera module to the bottom.

As a recap on the other tech specs that we reported earlier, the realme GT is expected to come with a 6.8-inch 120Hz refresh rate display with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. As for the cameras, it is expected to sport a triple rear camera setup ((64MP+13MP+13MP) and  will be equipped with a 5000mAh battery and run on realme UI 2.0 based on Android 11.

Either way, there is no official confirmation on the tech specs and release dates yet, so do take this with a pinch of salt. Let us know what more do you expect from the realme GT at our Facebook page and stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com.


realme GT series will feature version with MediaTek and Qualcomm chipsets

Thanks to recent leaks, we already know quite a bit about the realme GT series. Of course, it's always nice to get confirmation from the company. Specifically, realme has announced that it's going with a two-chipset approach for this flagship series.

Earlier today, realme announced that it's going for a "Dual-platform Dual-flagship" strategy for the realme GT series. To be exact, the company's upcoming flagship series will come in two variants sporting different chipsets. One of them will house Qualcomm's powerful Snapdragon 888 chipset, while the other will likely be MediaTek's Dimensity 1200 chipset.

The latter doesn't quite match up with the former in CPU and GPU performance. However, the Dimensity 1200 costs less than the Snapdragon 888, which could mean the variant being cheaper too. Besides the chipset, the realme GT will also come with a Stainless Steel VC Cooling System for greater heat dissipation.

So far, the realme GT series seems to be focused on delivering flagship performance and a good-looking design. Would you be interested in getting one of these? Let us know! Also, remember to stay tuned to TechNave for further updates.


realme GT to have 65W instead of 125W fast-charging

realme is set to launch its new products next week, with one of the most hyped ones being the realme GT series. But as usual, assumptions on product details can sometimes be inaccurate. Case in point, the charging specs for the phone may not be as expected.

According to GSMArena, a new certification for the realme GT (RMX2202) was found on China's 3C. It shows that the device will have 65W of fast-charging, not the 125W as initially rumoured. Mind you, it's still possible that the realme GT Pro will have the 125W fast-charging. This gives it a distinct advantage over the standard variant.

Regardless, both should come with the Snapdragon 888 chipset, up to 12GB of RAM, and up to 512GB of internal storage. On top of that, it's said that the realme GT would have a 6.8-inch display with 160Hz refresh rate, as well as a triple camera setup (64MP+13MP+13MP). But we're not sure if both models will have the exact same specs here.

All things considered, this should be a fairly impressive flagship series. But is there any other feature that you would like to see from it? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more news about it.


realme GT2 Master Explorer Edition & ROG Phone 6 will feature Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1

Just 2 days ago, Qualcomm unveiled its new Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 and Snapdragon 7 Gen 1. At the launch, it was revealed that flagship-class chipset would be equipped on new devices from brands like ASUS, Motorola, OnePlus, and more. Well, we now have confirmation on two upcoming devices.

Not long after Qualcomm's launch, realme and ASUS ROG announced the new devices that they would be launching soon. From realme, the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset will feature in the realme GT2 Master Explorer Edition. As for ASUS ROG, it has been announced that the ROG Phone 6 is coming soon. There are no exact launch dates for the two devices, but we're expecting the launches to be in June 2022.

#ROGPhone6 Series Prototype's leaked on weibo Confirmed to feature Qualcomm's #Snapdragon8PlusGen1 #Asus #AsusROG6 #asusrog6pro #Android pic.twitter.com/GEOeNCradw

Interestingly, photos of what's allegedly the ROG Phone 6 Pro have already been leaked online. As you can see from the embedded Tweet above, the new model looks notably different from the ROG Phone 5 Pro with that blue-coloured back. Of course, this could be some limited edition. While there are no leaked renders of photos of the realme GT2 Master Explorer Edition at the moment, the new model will probably look similar to the standard realme GT2.

So, are you excited about the flagships that would be powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1? Is this the chipset that would convince you to upgrade this year? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates like this.


Apple may only be putting an under-display fingerprint sensor on the iPhone in 2025

Reliable tipster on everything relating to Apple, Ming-Chi Kuo is at it again. This time, the serial leaker is spilling the beans on a potential under-display Touch ID on the iPhone.

Previously, Kuo said that an adoption of the technology might be coming in 2023, but it seems that he have retracted that prediction. This is because according to his latest survey, Apple may only be adopting under-display fingerprint sensors in 2025 at the earliest.

Currently, only a few devices from Apple are still using Touch ID, but none of it utilises under-display fingerprint sensors that have become ubiquitous in Android smartphones. First introduced in 2013 by Apple, Touch ID has been discarded from the company’s flagship mobile devices after the introduction of Face ID.

Touch ID did make a comeback with the 2020 iPad Air, whereby a fingerprint sensor is embedded to its power button. Furthermore, the iPhone SE still retains touch ID, though that is mainly due to the device having the exact same body as an iPhone 8 from 2017.

In his tweet, Kuo said that the recent iOS 15.4 update may also be the reason behind Apple not pushing for under-display Touch ID in the iPhone. Previously, many users complained about Face ID not being practical during this Covid-19 pandemic era as people are walking around wearing face masks.

However, with the iOS update allowing for Face ID to be used while wearing a face mask, there is no urgent need for Apple to reintroduce Touch ID on the iPhone. Though, do note that this is mere speculation at this point, so please take the information with a grain of salt.

What do you guys think about Touch ID? Should it make a return to the iPhone in any shape or form? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below!


realme GT2 Master Explorer release: LPDDR5X RAM, SD 8+ Gen 1 SoC and 120Hz AMOLED display from ~RM2307

realme today finally unveiled the highly-anticipated realme GT2 Master Explorer during a live event in China. Offering top of the line specs and a rather unique design, the device is officially the world's first smartphone to sport LPDDR5X RAM.

Available with up to 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM, the GT2 Master Explorer is also powered by the 8+ Gen 1 SoC; making it the first smartphone by realme to feature Qualcomm’s flagship mobile processor. Storage-wise, the device offers up to 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage.

According to realme's official Weibo account, the GT2 Master Explorer has a 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED with a resolution of 1080x2400 pixels that is powered by the X7 independent graphic chip for ultra-low latency frame insertion. It also supports 10-bit colours, 100 percent DCI-P3 colour gamut and HDR10+.

The screen also has a punch-hole design to house a 16MP selfie camera. As for the rear, there’s a 50MP main + 50MP ultrawide + 2MP microscope triple-camera setup. The main camera uses the Sony IMX766 sensor and has OIS, while the  microscope lens offers up to 40x magnification.

In terms of battery, the GT2 Master Explorer is equipped with a 5000mAh battery. There’s also support for 100W fast charging and realme will also include a 100W gallium nitride (GaN) charger with the device that can fully charge it in 25 minutes.

As for its design, the device has a plain leather back with a metal casing that is fastened with rivets at the edges. As we’ve reported previously, the design was inspired by travel trunks of the olden days and definitely fits the theme for a ‘master explorer’ smartphone.

Completing the specs list are an under-display fingerprint scanner, Android 12 OS via realme UI 3.0, dual SIM, USB-C, 5G connectivity, WiFI 6E, 3.5mm audio jack and Bluetooth 5.2. It comes in three colour options, which are brown, black and white.

The GT2 Master Explorer is available for purchase in China starting this 19 July in three variants. The 8/128GB model is priced at CNY3499 or ~RM2307, 8/256GB at CNY3799 or ~RM2505 and 12/256GB at CNY3999 or ~RM2637.

As of the time of writing, realme has yet to reveal whether the device will be sold outside of China. So, what do you guys think of the GT2 Master Explorer?

Would you grab one if it’s made available in your country? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news such as this!


realme GT2 Master Explorer’s price reportedly leaked before launch, starts from ~RM2638

The highly-anticipated realme GT2 Master Explorer is set for release tomorrow (12 July 2022) in China, though we may not need to wait for the launching event to know the starting price of the device. This is thanks to a leaked retail image of the device which shows that the series will start from CNY3998 or ~RM2638.

Shared by reliable tipster Ice Universe on Weibo, the image shows a promotional poster of the GT2 Master Explorer in front of a retail store. At the very bottom of the poster, the price of the device was unceremoniously revealed by the unnamed retailer.

If this price point turns out to be true, then the GT2 Master Explorer should be a highly competitive smartphone in the high-end Android segment. With a sub-RM3000 starting price, its high-end specs really makes this realme smartphone one of the best bang-for-your-buck devices out there.

Previously, we reported that realme has revealed various information regarding the smartphone’s specs, including:

According to Ice Universe, the GT2 Explorer will come in three variants, which are 8/128GB, 8/256GB and 12/256GB, with the ~RM2638 price may potentially be for the first configuration. However, do take the alleged price leak with a grain of salt as nothing is confirmed as of yet.

Well, we just have to wait for another one day for confirmation, don’t we? So, do stay tuned to TechNave as we share with you the latest on this upcoming realme device as well as other trending tech news!


realme GT2 Master Explorer spotted getting certified in China, its specs revealed

realme may be releasing another variant of the realme GT2 soon as a new device with the model number RMX3551 has been spotted getting TENAA certification in China. The smartphone is believed to be the GT2 Master Explorer, the successor to the GT Master Explorer.

Shared by IT Home, the TENAA certification showcases the smartphone’s design as well as its specs. Among the most notable feature of the device include a 50MP wide + 50MP ultrawide + 2MP depth triple-camera setup, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC and a 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with 1080x2400 resolution.

The screen itself sports a punch-hole design to house the 16MP front-facing camera. Completing the specs list are a 4/6/8GB RAM configurations, 128/256/512GB storage variants, 5000mAh battery with support of 100W fast charging, under-display fingerprint scanner and a 199g weight.

The GT2 Master Explorer will also be offered in white, brown and green colour variants, though no release date can be deciphered from the TENAA certification. Well, we will just have to wait until the official announcement by realme to know the release date and see whether the specs are the same with the certification.

What do you guys think of this upcoming smartphone by realme? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest trending tech news!


realme GT2 Master Explorer to feature world’s first LPDDR5X RAM on a smartphone

Recently, realme revealed that it will be releasing the realme GT2 Master Explorer in China this 12 July. Now, further details of the upcoming phone has been revealed by the company, including the fact that it would be the first smartphone in the world with LPDDR5X RAM!

Taking to its official Weibo account, realme confirmed that the upcoming device will sport LPDDR5X RAM, with one of the variants mentioned having 8GB of RAM. Compared to LPDDR5, LPDDR5X RAM offers higher speeds of up to 8.5 Gbps while consuming 20 percent less power.

Besides the new RAM standard, realme is also equipping the GT2 Master Explorer with 10-bit display that supports HDR10+, 16,000 levels of auto brightness, proper ‘eye protection experience’ and up to 120Hz refresh rate. It will also have the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC and a metal frame.

By the looks of things, the GT2 Master Explorer will be quite an impressive device. What do you guys think? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest tech news!


realme GT2 Pro gets price slash, now costs RM2799

From entry-level to flagship-class, you won't have a lack of options when it comes to smartphones these days. But if you want an affordable flagship, the realme GT2 Pro is probably one of the better choices you can go for. Now, it's even better with a recent price cut.

realme Malaysia has announced that the price for the GT2 Pro is now RM2799, an RM200 drop from the original RM2999 retail price. This is for the 12GB+256GB variant, which should be enough storage capacity for most users. For your info, the realme GT2 Pro is also equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset, making it a solid flagship device for gaming.

This phone is also great for other use cases. Its 6.7-inch LTPO2 AMOLED display (2K resolution) makes it great for watching movies, while the dual 50MP rear cameras are good enough for casual photography. If you're interested in this phone, you can buy one from realme brand stores or authorised dealers in Malaysia.

So, what do you think of the price drop? Does it make the realme GT2 Pro a compelling choice for you? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


realme GT2 series confirmed to launch globally on 28 February

Other than just announcing the realme 9 series in India today, the brand has also revealed the global launch date of the realme GT2 series. If you didn't know, the GT2 and GT2 Pro launched in China last month, and they're some powerful devices that pack top-of-the-line tech specs.

Previously, a well-known tipster has shared a few images hinting that the "world premiere" of the Realme GT2 series will take place in March 2022. Until now, the company has finally dropped the date, which is on 28 February 2022. Therefore, the March timeline could be for the flagships to go on sale.

To recap, the vanilla realme GT2 packs a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC, while the Pro variant utilizes the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. Other impressive features include a 120Hz display, 5000mAh battery that supports 65W fast charging, a 50MP camera (two for the Pro), 12GB RAM, and more.

Are you excited about the arrival of the realme GT2 series in the global market? Drop a comment to let us know how you feel, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


realme GT2 series global release: SD 8 Gen 1 chip, 65W fast charge, and 50MP Sony IMX766, starts from ~RM2,580

The global version of the realme GT2 series has arrived today, bringing a vanilla model and a Pro variant. As usual, the GT2 Pro will be the more powerful representation here with the latest flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon chip alongside other top-of-the-line tech specs. Now, let's read on to find out more about the devices!

The realme GT2 Pro sports a 6.7-inch Samsung E4 AMOLED LTPO 2.0 panel that supports up to 120Hz and has a resolution of 1440x3216px. Under the hood, it gets fueled by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip. There's also a 5,000mAh battery that comes with 65W fast charging. realme claims that it can go from 0% to 100% in just 33 minutes.

The device also has a triple-camera setup on the rear, comprised of a 50MP Sony IMX766 sensor with omni-directional PDAF and OIS, a second 50MP sensor as the world's joint-first 150-degree ultrawide camera, and a 3MP microlens with 40x magnification. Meanwhile, the front uses a 32MP sensor for selfies and video calls.

On the other hand, the standard GT2 features a slightly smaller 6.62-inch 1080p AMOLED panel with a maximum refresh rate of 120Hz. However, it gets powered by last year's Snapdragon 888 SoC. Furthermore, it also has a slightly watered-down camera setup with a 119-degree ultrawide lens (rather than 150-degree) and a 16MP front-facing camera, with other tech specs remaining the same.

The realme GT2 series will be available in four colour options including Paper White, Paper Green, Steel Black, and Titanium Blue. In Europe, the realme GT2 Pro in 8/128GB trim retails for 749 Euro (~RM3,521) while the 12/256GB model gets priced at 849 Euro (~RM3,991). The standard variant will go by 549 Euro (~RM2,580) for the 8/128GB option and 599 Euro (~RM2,816) for the 12/256GB option.

Are you hoping for the devices to arrive in the local market as well? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone launches.


realme GT3 confirmed coming to MWC 2023 with 240W fast charging, SD8+ Gen 1 and 50MP IMX 890 triple rear camera

realme recently revealed a new teaser tweet confirming that their realme GT3 smartphone would indeed be coming to MWC 2023 on 28 February 2023 as part of its global launch. While they did not reveal anything specifically, all you have to do is take a closer look at the teaser image to confirm that it will come with 240W fast charging and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset.

Other tech specs revealed by the image includes a Matrix triple rear camera setup with one of them being a 50MP Sony IMX890 sensor with OIS (Optical Image Stabilization). There’s also wording that indicates it may have an IR blaster as well but so far, there are no clues or hints as to the Malaysia release date or pricing details.

Given the tech specs and the fact that the realme GT 2 came with the GT 2 Pro, we expect pricing for the GT 3 to be around RM2K or so, with the GT 3 Pro perhaps coming in at RM3100 or something like that. Are you looking forward to the realme GT 3 series? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com


realme GT3 could be the first Android phone with an Apple iPhone 14 Pro-like “Dynamic Island”?

There’s been a lot of teasers for the upcoming realme GT3 and it looks like here’s another one as a leaked image reveals that it could be the first Android phone to get a “Dynamic Island” like on the Apple iPhone 14 Pro and Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max. Initially revealed on those iPhones to make use of the space taken by the wider front camera punch hole.

Revealed by @onleaks and Smartprix, the image doesn’t exactly look completely official, but it does show a possible application of SuperVOOC charging using that "Dynamic Island" with realme UI. Considering that there are already third party apps out there that can enable it for an Android phone we don't think it would be too difficult for realme to implement it.

Nonetheless, do take this leak with a good pinch of salt as quite a lot of other non-Apple phone brands have said that they will implement it first. If realme does implement a "Dynamic Island" feature what do you think they should call it? Would mini-capsule fit? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com.


realme GT3 release - up to 16GB + 1TB & 240W fast charging speed, starting price from ~RM2915

A few hours ago, realme just globally launched the realme GT3 at the Mobile World Congress 2023 (MWC 2023). As previously teased, it's now the world's fastest-charging phone with 240W and many more.

The realme GT3 is the global variant of the realme GT Neo 5 that was launched in China not too long ago. With that, the tech specs are the same but with a few varieties of memory configurations. The phone has 8GB, 12GB and 16GB of RAM, whereas the storage starts from 128GB, followed by 256GB, 512GB and 1TB. At the moment, the starting price for the 8GB + 128GB is $649 (~RM2915).

To recap the features, the main highlight is the aforementioned 240W SUPERVOOC charging technology. According to realme, it only takes 80 seconds to charge the realme GT3 to 20%, and 9 minutes plus to fully charge the 4600mAh battery pack. To ensure safe temperature control while charging, the phone is equipped with a 6580 mm2-large VC liquid cooling system, a PS3 fireproof design, and 60 layers of safety protection.

According to internal lab testing, the realme GT3 has an 80% lifespan after over 1600 charging cycles with 240W enabled. Intelligent charging is integrated, whereby it detects the user's status and switches the charging status to travel mode, sleep mode, or in-car mode, helping to preserve battery health and preventing overcharging.

Besides that, the C-shaped RGB lighting ring was also previously teased and its' called the Pulse Interface System. It can display different lighting effects depending on the phone's status. If the battery is below 20%, the ring turns red. And if it's above that, purple comes on. Incoming calls and messages use light flashes, but you can personalize it from 25 colour shades and more.

We think it's just a matter of days now before the realme GT will make its way to the Malaysian market. Until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple may refresh the HomePod with a new design and a 7-inch display next year

The reliable tipster on everything Apple, Ming-Chi Kuo has claimed that the company would be releasing a redesigned HomePod in the first half of 2024, which includes a 7-inch display. This update to the product would allegedly be part of Apple’s “revamped smart home strategy”.

Writing on Medium, Kuo said that the HomePod’s display would signal a deeper integration with Apple’s other hardware products. Tianma has been touted as being the sole supplier of the 7-inch display.

Apple has long been rumoured to integrate a screen into the HomePod. Previously in May 2021, we reported on an iMessage and FaceTime-enabled HomePod in the works with a screen were allegedly in the works.

Of course, do take this with a grain of salt as nothing is confirmed as of yet. Well, let’s wait to see if it actually happens, so make sure to stay tuned to TechNave for the latest development on this, as well as for all the latest tech news.


realme India CEO posted a picture of realme 8's retail box, revealing some key tech specs

The realme 8 series is no doubt coming soon after being teased by CEO of realme India to have a 108MP camera and spotted in the hands of a Bollywood star. Today, the CEO Madhav Sheth went on to post a picture of the device alongside the retail box that reveals some of the key tech specs.

Looking at the image shot on realme 8 Pro, the retail box of the vanilla realme 8 shows that the device will feature a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display and is powered by a MediaTek Helio G95 SoC. It will also sport a quad-camera setup that comes with a 64MP primary sensor. Furthermore, the box also mentions a 5,000mAh battery which supports 30W Dart Charge fast charging.

For now, it is unsure that if the realme 8 Pro will bring much different tech specs other than a 108MP camera. It is claimed that it will be using Samsung's HM2 camera sensor and support a list of features such as Starry time-lapse video and three distinct portrait modes. However, some of these features are also likely to be included in the standard variant.

Let us know what you think about the tech specs of the realme 8 on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest smartphone rumour.


realme India CEO revealed the Narzo 30 Pro 5G. Launch happening very soon!

It seems that the CEO of Realme India has recently revealed the realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G, which gives us a better idea of what to expect when it is officially available in the global market before the official launch 24 February 2021. Unfortunately, he did not reveal the exact tech specs, pricing, and when it will be available in the Malaysian market.

As for the tech specs, rumours mentioned that the smartphone in question will come equipped with a Dimensity 800U chipset, up to 6GB RAM, up to 128GB, and a 6.5-inch FHD+ display. As for the camera, the device will come equipped with a 48MP + 8MP + 2MP rear camera and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

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

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


realme India CEO shows off prototypes of unreleased phone

Smartphone manufacturers have to test a lot of prototypes before deciding on a design. This isn't something we normally get to see, but realme decided to share an image that showed some of the prototypes the company has worked on. It seems that the prototype for the realme 7 was included too.

According to realme India CEO Madhav Sheth, the company undergoes an extensive prototype screening process before making a choice. From his words, it seems that an important factor is whether it will be a design that will stand out for youths. He finished with a question of what realme fans expect the 'Faster7' to look like, which hints that these could be prototypes for the realme 7.

We constantly evolve our design strategy at #realme for the youth. Our smartphones undergo an extensive screening process before the talented #realmeDesignStudio picks the most unique one that instantly stands out. What do you expect the Faster7 to look like? #BuildingTheFaster7 pic.twitter.com/97IY9JGbZA

The main differences between the prototypes seem to be colour and camera module, which may be key areas of focus for realme this time. You'll also note that most of them contain a quad-rear camera setup, so realme is probably aiming for the realme 7 to have four cameras at the back. Besides that, it was previously rumoured that the phone will have a 6000mAh battery.

Of course, some of these prototypes could be for already released models. But if these are for the realme 7, which one do you prefer? Let us know in the comments on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for further updates on the realme 7.


realme India CEO teased that a 121W super fast charging technology is coming soon

In case you missed OPPO's announcement, they are going to reveal a new 125W Super Flash Charge technology tomorrow in China. To tag along this hype train, it seems that realme will also be showcasing their own version as Madhav Sheth, realme India CEO had teased a "121W Ultra Dart charging technology" on his tweet.

Although it's not an official name, the reason why we are suggesting that it could be 121W is that he inserted exactly 121 lightning emojis in his tweet post (yes, we counted just to make sure). However, Xu Qi, the realme Vice President also hinted that the company would be announcing a 100W fast-charging technology soon with rumours calling it as Ultra Dart, so there are two sides of the story. Despite that, we don't have any doubt that a super-fast charging feature by realme is in the making.

According to sources, a 100W fast-charging technology can fully charge a 4000mAh battery in less than 20 minutes. With all that said, we can expect to see this feature more on upcoming realme phones in the future. What do you think? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


realme Malaysia Escape Room Challenge returns with more BIG Rewards up to 500K points

Today, realme Malaysia just announced their latest collaboration with BIG Rewards for the grand re-opening of realme Escape Room in April, May and June. If you like playing Escape Room, you are welcome to try out their contest and stand a chance to win prizes up to 500,000 BIG Points and from BIG Rewards but under certain conditions.

According to the contest rules, participants are required to complete several missions and escape from the room within 30 to 60 minutes. The challenge consists of four rooms with different themes and difficulty levels. Extreme Fitness or The Illusionist are for beginners, whereas the Mysterious Noises and Money Heist room are rank intermediate and advanced- level respectively.

But before you join the challenge, remember to sign up for BIG Membership first. The fastest team or record-holders who can solve the challenge will be announced as the winners by the end of April, May and June. BIG Members can also redeem their BIG Points that are exchangeable with retail, e-commerce, lifestyle partners, travel and flights which will be listed on the BIG Rewards Conversion page.

If you have a team ready, you can reserve the slots on Saturday and Sunday from 10 am till 6 pm through this registration link or walk-in to realme Design Studio located at realme Design Studio Lot: 58370, Jalan Sungai Penchala, Kampung Sungai Penchala, 60000 Kuala Lumpur. Participants can also mark their attendance at the realme Escape Room’s Facebook event page and invite their family and friends to challenge together.

Ticket admission is RM20 per person. Meanwhile, Lazada Malaysia is providing 500 vouchers worth RM20 that can be applied by participants who join realme Escape Room for the first time. Have fun and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


realme Malaysia celebrates 4th Birthday throughout August with discount sales

On 28 August 2022, realme Malaysia will be celebrating its 4th Birthday and its realme 828 Fans Festival promotion is coming back. If you're a realme fan, you would be able to enjoy a month-long promotion on the brand’s wide range of devices, available at all realme Authorised Stores and realme Malaysia’s Official Online Store on Shopee.

First and foremost, the promotion includes selected realme phones such as the realme C35 with a new 6GB + 128GB variant for RM799. It will be available for purchase from 15 August at all realme Authorised Stores. Meanwhile, the realme C35 (4GB + 64GB), realme 9 Pro 5G and the realme C11 will also be on sale.

Below are the details of the realme phones on discount until 31 August 2022:

Aside from the discount sales, realme Malaysia was also proud that it was the official phone partner for the 2022 PUBG Mobile Pro League Spring Championship in Malaysia last June. Moreover, the company is also proud of its wide array of special phone designs. This includes the realme GT Neo 3 with a striking racing stripe design, the realme GT 2 Pro with a paper tech master design concept, the realme GT Neo 3 Naruto Edition, and realme 9 Pro+ 5G Free Fire Limited Edition.

Are you going to check out realme Malaysia's 828 Fans Festival? Stay safe and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


realme Malaysia exclusive deals on Lazada & Shopee starting from RM89

Earlier this week, realme Malaysia launched the realme C12 and will host the realme Fan Fest 2020 soon. Only on 28 August 2020, realme Malaysia will be collaborating with Lazada and Shopee with some great deals. Here’s what you can buy.

Both of these platforms have different deals. If you get it from Lazada, the realme 6 (4GB + 128GB) discounted price will be RM699 instead of RM999 and the realme Buds Air price tag will be RM199 (the original price is RM299). The realme X2 Pro will still be RM2399 but it comes with gifts that are worth up to RM1425. Besides that, the latest model realme C12 (3GB + 32GB) is also included with the price tag of RM529 together with the Long Live Music Bundle.

On Shopee’s side, the realme Power Bank 30W discounted price will be RM149, along with the realme Buds Q wireless earbuds come with the lowest price RM89 instead of RM129. For the realme 6i (3GB + 64GB), the price is cut down to RM499 from RM699.

Last but not least, realme is also launching the Adventurer Luggage on 28 August with 3 colour variants which are black, blue, and yellow. The deal was quite worthy because the luggage comes with 37L capacity, it also durable and scratch resistant. For now, only the black model is available and the other 2 (blue and yellow) will be available soon. For its first online sale, you just have to pay RM249 instead of RM299.

Dear shoppers, please remember the deals are only available on 28 August 2020, so what are you waiting for? Get ready your debit card or credit card and stay in front the website, grab it before it while stocks last. Be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


realme Malaysia giving away freebies worth up to RM199 during Merdeka promotion period

In view of the upcoming Merdeka Day and Malaysia Day, realme Malaysia is going to have a Merdeka promotion sale starting from 14 August until 19 September 2021. Depending on the selected realme products, you can bring home some freebies that are worth up to RM199.

For starters, if you the realme 8 Pro and realme 8 5G, you can get complimentary gifts such as a realme Black and Yellow Backpack (worth RM199) respectively. Apart from that, fans and customers who purchase the realme C21, realme C21Y, realme C15, and realme C11 2021 will receive a realme Canvas Bag for free.

Of course, the gifts will be given based on a first-come-first-served basis as well as terms and conditions applied. You may refer to the table below for your reference:

That's all, folks. To find out more about realme’s promotions on Merdeka Day Promotion, you may visit realme Malaysia's Facebook and Instagram page @realmemalaysia. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


realme Malaysia has extended its realme X2 Pro and realme Buds wireless special giveaway to one more day

In early November 2019, we reported that the realme X2 Pro has passed SIRIM certification and it seems that there is a hype going on. To get everyone more excited about the new flagship, realme Malaysia posted a special giveaway post which includes realme X2 Pro and realme Buds wireless! Winners will be randomly selected and the giveaway will end on 26 November 2019.

The goal was to "Like" and "Share" the giveaway post which will unlock the realme X2 Pro (x3) and realme Buds wireless (x10) once it reached 10,000 shares. Initially, the giveaway was supposed to end on 24 November 2019 and it only reached 8.3k shares. But realme Malaysia has extended it again until 26 November 2019 due to popular demand. This time, the giveaway post has achieved the goal and if you happened to be one of them, you ought to pray now and get lucky to bring home either a realme X2 Pro or realme Buds wireless.

Of course, this goes without saying but as usual - remember to set your account as public with the hashtags #FullSpeedFlagship, #MYrealmeX2Pro, #realmeMalaysia and #realKUAT so that the company can notice you. Good luck and all the best!

Are you excited about the realme X2 Pro? We think it has the potential to be the real next flagship killer. Why? You can check out the tech specs from the SIRIM news. Stay tuned for more realme news at TechNave.com.


realme Malaysia is bringing in a realme 6 variant with 8GB of RAM and 128GB ROM

Don't you hate it when your apps automatically close when you switch back to it? This happens a lot with phones that have less RAM. That's why when realme Malaysia launched the realme 6 with only 4GB of RAM, people began requesting for a variant with more RAM. Fortunately, the company decided to heed the fans and will be bringing in the variant with 8GB of RAM to Malaysia soon.

The realme 6 series first launched in India and came in two models: realme 6 and realme 6 Pro. Interesting enough, the one we have here has a RAM and storage combination that isn't available in the India launch. Specifically, the variant we have has 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. However, due to feedback from Malaysians, realme Malaysia decided to also bring in a variant with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage.

Besides the extra RAM, the realme 6 also houses the Helio G90T chipset from MediaTek, a large 4300mAh battery, and a 6.5-inch display with 90Hz refresh rate. It also has a quad rear camera featuring a 64MP main camera, 8MP ultrawide lens, 2MP black & white camera, and 2MP macro camera. On the front is a 16MP punch-hole camera, which does light animation whenever you switch to it.

Of course, this does mean that the new variant will probably cost more than RM999. But it probably won't be by much so it's still a good deal. realme Malaysia will be launching it officially on its Facebook page on 28 April 2020 (10 AM), so stay tuned to our Facebook page and TechNave.com as we'll be following the launch live!


Apple may release a dual USB-C 35W power adapter soon

Apple is potentially planning to release a new variation of its iPhone power adapter soon which is 35W and comes with dual USB-C ports. Currently, the tech giant only has a 20W adapter with a single USB-C port available for the iPhone.

The accessory was first spotted by 9to5Mac in a support document published on Apple’s website. However, it has since been removed from the site, potentially due to it being uploaded by mistake.

Well, If the 35W dual-port charger proves to be true, then it’s quite a convenient accessory for those that own several devices. Pretty handy for travel too as you can just bring a single charger on your roadtrips.

According to the document, the accessory also support USB-C Power Delivery technology. Specifically:

Besides that, in typical Apple style, the document also revealed that the 35W dual USB-C power adapter won’t come with any cables. Hence, users would have to purchase cables separately.

As of right now, Apple hasn’t confirmed whether the briefly published document is true or if it is in fact, planning to release the accessory. Well, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave as we’ll definitely bring you the latest update on the matter alongside other trending tech news in Malaysia and beyond!


realme Malaysia is bringing in the realme Watch, wireless earbuds and realme Band soon on 11 June 2020

At the end of May, realme not only launched some new smartphones but as well as new smart life products such as the realme Watch. We were told that these products will be launching soon, as realme Malaysia will have their first AIoT Grand Launch livestream on 11 June 2020 on their Facebook page.

According to the company, they will be revealing the realme Watch and the realme Band as the main highlights of the livestream. We aren't sure if any other smart life products will appear like the realme Smart TV, but the teaser image seems to suggest that the latest realme Buds Q, Buds Air Neo, and the realme 10,000mAh Power Bank 2 will be there. Ah, much excitement!

realme Malaysia first unveiled their first AIoT device, the realme Buds Air back January and it got popular with the fanbase because of the affordable price tag. But in all honesty, we hope to see the realme Smart TV because that's probably the best product among the bunch that one could ask for.

Which one are you looking forward to the most? To know more about smart life products, you can read our news coverage right here. Let us know on our Facebook page on what you think and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


realme Malaysia is giving away 3 units of realme 7 Pro Horizon Orange

Feeling down because of MCO? Just because we're stuck at home, doesn't mean we can't have the Chinese New Year mood. realme Malaysia is keen on making CNY felt this year too, and has announced a giveaway that's valid just for today!

realme Malaysia announced earlier today that it would be giving away three units of the realme 7 Pro. In true CNY fashion, the company will be embracing the orange theme by making them Horizon Orange-coloured variants of the device. All you have to do is follow the steps given in the Facebook post we've linked below by 11:59 PM tonight.

As a reminder, the realme 7 Pro is a mid-range device that houses the Snapdragon 720G chipset. It also has 8GB of RAM, 128GB of internal storage, and a 4500mAh battery. Moreover, it has a 6.4-inch AMOLED display, 65W fast-charging, and a quad-camera at the back (64MP+8MP+2MP+2MP). Considering the special colour and Vegan Micrograin Leatherback, it's quite good for RM1499.

If you're hoping to score a new phone for yourself, why not give it a try? Let us know what you think about this phone and the colour choice in the comments below! Also, do stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


realme Malaysia opens their first concept store at The Mines Shopping Mall

With realme Malaysia continuing to expand its territory and making their brand well known, the latest news is that the company has open yet another new store, this time their first concept store at The Mines Shopping Mall together with its third image store at Setapak Central Mall last weekend.

Unlike the ones in Sunway Pyramid, Plaza Metro Kajang, and IOI Mall Puchong, the realme concept store invites the public to have a first hands-on experience on all the latest realme devices, as well as having onsite services, send-for-repair service, and product consultation.

Tiffany Teh, Brand Manager of realme Malaysia said, “Since realme first set foot in Malaysia a year ago, we have seen tremendous opportunities this country has to offer and with the continuous support from our consumers and partners. We believe that physical presence is crucial for brands to have a channel that engages consumers face-to-face, provide a personal touch for a holistic brand experience. Our aim is to keep expanding at this tremendous pace and be available in more and more cities, and providing quality care across the country.”

For further information on realme Malaysia and its promos, visit its official Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts. To find out the nearest realme store in your area, feel free to visit realme’s website here.

Stay tuned for more realme news at TechNave.com.


realme Malaysia organising a City Exploration Exhibition in KL, possibly showcasing the realme 11 Pro+

Next month in July, realme Malaysia is going to organise a City Exploration Exhibition for the public to visit. Under the theme of city photography, the company invites realme fans to come and have some self-discovery as well as mobile photo-taking sessions within the city.

According to realme, eight experienced Malaysian photographers will go explore the city with the company at Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown. realme will introduce their works in the exhibition titled “City Exploration Project” located at 100 Year Heritage Stationery Shop from the 12th until 25th of July 2023, which will open from 10 AM until 9 PM.

The works in the photography exhibition will be shot with realme’s next new upcoming product (most likely the realme 11 Pro+ as advertised). The public is encouraged to capture the moments freely by dropping by the exhibition and joining realme activities. The address is 169, Jalan Tun H S Lee City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur.

realme has initiated a few activities to engage with fans including giveaway sessions and three exclusive new realme product showcases for the public to experience at the exhibition. realme fans have a chance to win back the upcoming new launch products by checking in on the City Exploration Project on social media platforms.


realme Malaysia releasing second batch of AIoT products on 12.12, promotion price starting from RM69

During realme Malaysia's second AIoT products showcase, they went all-in by revealing a wide variety of accessories and a new smart TV that you can read about it here. Excluding the latter, there are a total of six realme AIoT products coming soon in Malaysia from a starting price of RM69.

To celebrate the launch, realme Malaysia is planning to release three products on Shopee and Lazada each on a promotional discount. Exclusively only for the first online sale on 12.12, the realme Watch, Buds Air Pro and a selfie tripod will be priced at RM299 and RM69 respectively. Both the realme Watch and Buds Air Pro have the same original and promo price.

Then on the Lazada platform, the company will also release the Smart Cam 360°, Buds Wireless Pro and the N1 Sonic Electric Toothbrush. The following promo prices for each product are RM149, RM199 and RM69, which are also exclusively only for the first online sale on 12.12.

So do you plan to get any one of the realme AIoT products? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


realme Malaysia's first 64MP Quad Camera and Snapdragon chipset, realme XT is coming to Malaysia!

Yesterday, realme has just announced their first quad camera with 64MP lens and Snapdragon chipset known as the realme XT will be in Malaysia. It was announced through their Facebook livestream on their official Facebook page. With the launched of the realme 5 series, the company has gained its place in Malaysia's heart.

The realme XT is expected to come with a Snapdragon 712 chipset, a 64GB storage capacity and a 8GB RAM. As for the display, it may come with the 6.4 inch Gorrila Glass 5 LCD display and pre-installed Android 9 with a large 4000mAh battery capacity.

In terms of camera, the main hightlight will be the 64MP quad rear camera setup with a 8MP ultra wide lens, 2MP macro lens and 2MP potrait lens. On the front, it may sport a 16MP selfie camera.

Eitherway, there's no official confirmation on the other tech specs yet, as it may be different for the Malaysia version. So will you be excited to get your hands on the device? Let us know at our Facebook page and stay tuned for more updates for the realme XT on TechNave.com!


realme Malaysia sent a new realme 8 Pro to the 11-year old Shopee seller

Around two weeks ago, we wrote a piece of news that there was an 11-year old Malaysian kid who became a Shopee seller. As it turned out, he was trying to earn some profit to not only get himself a phone but also for his siblings for online classes. Looks like he finally got his reward but in an unexpected way as realme Malaysia sent him a new realme phone.

We don't know when did realme Malaysia approached Umar (the kid) and his family, we do know that he was given a free realme 8 Pro phone as a gesture of goodwill. Obviously, Umar's family was happy and his father expressed his gratitude to the company for reaching out and sponsoring a new phone. Umar first gained interest in online shopping after hearing a conversation between his father and a friend about the topic.

According to Tiffany Teh, Brand Director of realme Malaysia, she said that she and the company were touched by Umar's dedication and took the initiative to help out. They hope by this effort, it will ease his concern in joining online classes along with his siblings. realme Malaysia (and TechNave too) wish him all the best in his future endeavours.

Just a quick recap, the realme 8 Pro is sporting a 108MP Ultra Quad Camera module, a 4500mAh battery with 50W SuperDart Charge technology, a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED FullScreen and more. The phone also comes in either Infinite Blue or Infinite Black, which Umar got the latter. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


realme Malaysia to empower youth with scholarships, recruitment & special offers

In conjunction with the realme 10 launch today, realme Malaysia also announced three major plans for university students. The company is offering SEGi students scholarships, as well as recruiting young talents and a Special University Student Offer.

The first one, realme SEGi Scholarship aims to provide support to SEGi students the company will sponsor a total of RM150,000.00 for the scholarship programme. This programme aims to produce industry-relevant graduates to meet the demands of the profession. realme Malaysia is also launching a team realme talent recruitment for internship or full-time positions in May and June 2023.

Last but not least, the realme Special University Student Offer is providing special promotions and 0% interest instalment plans for university students to own their own realme products. On the other hand, realme Malaysia has announced that The Sara Sisters and Soloz as realme Ambassadors for the company this year.

To read more about the realme 10 launch, you can visit our news coverage right over here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


realme Malaysia to launch the realme 8 Pro and 108MP Live Museum on 22 April

So it's official, the realme 8 Pro will be officially launched on 22 April 2021 which is just three days away from now. To promote the launch, realme Malaysia will be opening the first-ever 108MP Live Museum to the public at realme Design Studio.

So what's this 108MP Live Museum all about? Well, it will be a place where the public come to visit to view the 108MP photos that were shot on the realme 8 Pro. We were told that the 108MP photos are taken by five local Malaysian photographers. If you are not keen to visit on the same said launch date, you can still view the photos virtually via the official page here.

To recap some of the tech specs here, the realme 8 Pro features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G chipset and the 108MP Ultra Quad Camera which is said to feature many advanced camera features for mobile photography enthusiasts. Moreover, it also sports a 4500mAh battery with 50W SuperDart Charge technology and a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED Fullscreen display.

Stay tuned for our news coverage as we will list out the full local set specs, only at TechNave.com.


realme Malaysia to unveil the realme Watch S very soon

It seems that realme has recently uploaded a teaser on their official Facebook page, hinting that they will be unveiling a realme smartwatch in the near future. While not much has been confirmed on exactly which smartwatch realme will be launching, we have good reason to believe that it could be the realme Watch S.

Based on what we know in regards to the realme Watch S, it comes equipped with up to 15-days of battery life, 1.3-inch display, 100 watch faces, an SpO2 sensor, and more. While the watch is priced at 79.99 Euros (~RM388) in the European market, we can expect it to be priced much lower in the Malaysian market.

With all that said, would you be interested in getting realme’s new smartwatch as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple may release a new M2 15-inch MacBook Air as early as April 2023

Previously, we reported that Apple may be working on a 15-inch MacBook Air, the first laptop in the Mac lineup to feature that display size. Now, more details have emerged about the product, including its processor and potential release date.

According to Digi Times, a Taiwan-based supply chain publication, the 15-inch MacBook Air will be powered by the M2 chip similar to the 13-inch MacBook Air released last year. Moreover, the publication also claimed that the laptop will be released in the second quarter of 2023, meaning it could hit the shelves as early as this April.

Digi Times quoted industry sources which alleged that mass production for the 15-inch MacBook Air has already begun since the end of the Chinese New Year celebrations last month. This is also consistent with display industry analyst Ross Young’s tweet claiming that Apple’s supply chain has already started production of display panels for the laptop earlier this month.

Of course, do take this information with a grain of salt as nothing is confirmed as of yet. Well, we just have to wait a couple of months to find out for sure.

So, what do you guys think of the alleged 15-inch MacBook Air? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more tech news such as this!


realme Malaysia will be hosting a PUBG Mobile tournament, prizes of up to RM10000 to be won

If you're confident in your mobile gaming skills, here's something that may be of interest to you. realme Malaysia has announced that it will be hosting a PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) Mobile tournament, giving gamers and realme fans an opportunity to win some prizes. The tournament is part of realme Malaysia's #stayREALathome campaign.

This tournament will be held next week on 28 to 30 April 2020 and there will be prizes of up to RM10000 to be won. It's going to be an online tournament, so you'll be able to compete from the comforts of your home. Although the registration is supposed to end on 27 April 2020, there are already enough participants so the organisers are no longer accepting further registrations.

Screenshot of the game, taken from PUBG Mobile Facebook page

Fortunately, the games will be streamed live so that everyone can follow the action. If you want to watch the games, you can watch them on the Facebook pages for realme Malaysia and other official streaming partners. Incidentally, a variant of the realme 6 with more RAM will also be launched before the games officially start, so don't miss out on that.

It's interesting to see companies think of new ways to spread brand awareness. In particular, realme's PUBG Mobile tournament is rather timely, with all the school kids still stuck at home with not much to do. With that said, did you manage to sign up for the tournament or are planning to watch it? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


realme Malaysia will launch a new RM1000 phone with a Snapdragon 680 chipset soon

If you're a realme fan, you are probably aware that the realme GT 2 or realme 9i are going to be released soon. The phones has been teased for a few days already and either one might feature a new Snapdragon 680 chipset.

According to realme Malaysia, the Snapdragon 680 is a 6nm processor and it's a much-improved chipset than its predecessor, the Snapdragon 662. In comparison, the SD680 is reportedly 46% better in performance and consumes 62% less power. The company also promises that the upcoming new phones featuring this chipset will be around RM1000 more or less.

All in all, the SD680 chipset is set to offer performance upgrades such as faster launch speed, "cooler" performance, and smoother gameplay. It is also noted that the unannounced realme phone will be the first in Malaysia to be launched with the new aforementioned chipset. Anyway, we are betting that it's probably the realme 9i featuring the new chipset as it serves as a mid-range tier device.  Full launch details of this new realme smartphone will be announced very soon. Until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


realme Malaysia will unveil a new smart TV and other AIoT products in Malaysia soon

Last night, realme Malaysia hinted that a new smart TV is coming soon to Malaysia and true enough - it will be launching on 3 December 2020. It's not just the smart TV either, but other realme accessories such as a new pair of realme Buds Air Pro, Buds Wireless Pro, realme Watch S, Smart Camera 360° and the realme N1 Sonic Electric Toothbrush.

The new realme smart TV is most likely to be the one that was unveiled back in May. There are two size variants for it - a 32-inch and 43-inch which uses a different resolution of 1366x768 pixels and 1920x1080 pixels respectively. Both of them run on Android TV 9 Pie with access to Google Play Store for Android TV and also come pre-installed with Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and YouTube.

For the price as reference, the 32-inch variant will be sold at 12,999 INR (~RM744), while the 43-inch variant will be sold at 21,999 INR (~RM1260). Everything will be unveiled soon enough on realme Malaysia's Facebook page via livestream but are you interested in getting one? Or do you prefer the other accessories that they are importing? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for our official coverage at TechNave.com.


realme Narzo 10 series released: MTK G80 chipset, 5000mAh battery starting from ~RM488

Realme posted a teaser video on its official Twitter page regarding a new smartphone series back in March. Today, realme finally unveiled the latest realme Narzo series, realme Narzo 10 and Narzo 10A in India which was delayed due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.According to the source, the realme Narzo 10 comes with MediaTek Helio G80 chipset coupled with a 4GB RAM and 128GB of storage and optimize your gaming with its HyperEngine. It has a 6.5-inch HD+ display with a waterdrop notch 16MP selfie camera on the front. As for the cameras, it sports a quad-camera setup in which a 48MP main camera, 8MP ultrawide camera, 2MP macro lens, and a 2MP depth sensor as long as a huge 5000 mAh battery supported by an 18W fast-charging.

As for the Narzo 10A, it is a more affordable version that comes with the MediaTek Helio G70 chipset coupled with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of expandable storage. It has a 6.5-inch HD+ Gorilla Glass 3 display with a 5MP waterdrop notch selfie on the front. Although it is similar to the realme C3, it sports a different triple camera setup comprising a 12MP main camera, 2MP macro, and a 2MP depth sensor with a huge 5000mAh battery supported by only a 10W of micro USB charging.

With that said, both devices are priced at INR 11,999(~RM688) and also INR 8,499(~RM488) respectively. Although both smartphones are similar to the current realme 6i and realme C3 models there are still some minor differences in it. There’s no official information on the Malaysia release dates but will you be interested to own it if it arrives locally? Let us know at our Facebook page and stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com!


realme Narzo 20 Pro with 90Hz screen and 65W charging to be priced at ~RM946

Earlier, the almost-full tech specs sheets of the upcoming realme Narzo 20 series have surfaced online to prepare us for the launch. As we have known, it will be a budget series but still equipped with some impressive specs that are worth more than what you're paying. Now, the price of the Narzo 20 Pro has been leaked and it's good news for sure.

Thanks to Flipkart, a well-known online marketplace in India, an advertisement of the Narzo 20 Pro has shown up on the site and revealed that it will be priced at 230 USD (~RM946). It looks like it is a great deal considering the tech specs and features that the device is going to bring. If the Pro variant is priced that low, the standard and the “lite” variant won’t be hurting your wallet too.

To recap, the Narzo 20 Pro will feature a MediaTek Helio G95 chipset paired with up to 8GB of RAM. It will bring a 6.5-inch FHD+ display as well with 90Hz refresh rate support. Not to mention that the 4500mAh battery will also support up to 65W fast charging. For photography, it will bring a quad-camera setup that includes a 48MP main sensor. The device will be launched alongside realme Narzo 20 and Narzo 20A on 21 September.

Let us know what you think about the price of the realme Narzo 20 Pro on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest smartphone news.


realme Narzo 20 series Malaysia release: MediaTek G95 chipset and up to 6000mAh battery, price starting from RM699

Today, realme Malaysia has officially launched the Nazro 20 series in Malaysia. Initially released for the Indian market, we were surprised to see this lineup coming here but a welcome one. With both the Narzo 20 and Narzo 20 Pro introduced, they are priced RM699 and RM1199 respectively.

The first sale will happen on 11 November 2020 only on Lazada and to celebrate the upcoming launch, realme Malaysia plans to cut the price for the early birds. If you are one of the early birds, the Narzo 20 and Narzo 20 Pro will be priced at RM549 and RM899 only and presumably, while stocks last. Considering the tech specs, this is quite a deal-breaker and a much better choice than their previous smartphone models over the months.

To refresh your memory, the Narzo 20 Pro features a MediaTek Helio G95 chipset, 8GB of RAM and 128GB internal storage. There's also a 6.5-inch FHD+ display with 90Hz refresh rate support, not to mention that the dual 2250mAh battery pack will also support up to 65W fast charging. The rear quad camera consists of a 48MP main + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP, whereas the front camera is 16MP.

On the other hand, the Narzo 20 sports a MediaTek Helio G85 chipset, 4GB of RAM and 64GB internal storage. It has the same camera setup for both the back and front, as well as the display size but supporting 720p resolution and 60Hz refresh rate only. For some reason, it has a bigger battery capacity of 6000mAh supporting 18W fast charging speed.

So what do you think? Are you going to get one? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending gadget news at TechNave.com.


realme Narzo 30 Malaysia release: Helio G95 chipset, 48MP triple camera, and 90Hz display for RM799

Last week, it was revealed that realme would be launching the Narzo 30 in Malaysia soon. The phone even appeared in an unboxing video last week, so most of its details are already revealed. But now the phone has finally made its way to Malaysia and the price is sweet.

As announced on realme Malaysia's Facebook page, the realme Narzo 30 has officially been launched today for RM799. It goes on sale officially on 20 May 2021, when you can get it for RM699 for a limited time. As a reminder, this smartphone comes with the MediaTek Helio G95 chipset, 6GB of RAM, and 128GB of internal storage.

Besides that, the phone will have a relatively large 5000mAh battery and 30W fast-charging. It also comes with a 48MP triple-camera setup at the back, plus a single punch-hole camera in front. As for the display, it's pretty good too as it is 6.5-inch in size and comes with a 90Hz refresh rate.

If you'd like to know more about the Narzo 30, you can check out the official product page. But with that said, would you be interested in getting this phone? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


realme Narzo 30 Pro and Narzo 30A released: up to 120Hz and 6000mAh battery, price starting from ~RM502

Today, realme unveiled another new Narzo model as advertised. Introducing the Narzo 30 Pro and Narzo 30A, these two new phones were just launched in India not too long ago and there's a good chance that the Malaysian market would get them too. Here's everything you need to know about the new Narzo devices.

Starting with the Narzo 30 Pro, it features a MediaTek Dimensity 800U chipset and it has a nice 6.5-inch LCD supporting FHD+ resolution and up to 120Hz refresh rate. As you can expect, it has 5G connectivity and plenty of battery juice with a 5000mAh battery supported by 30W fast charging.

You can find a 16MP front camera whereas the triple rear camera consists of 48MP (main) + 8MP (ultrawide) + 2MP (macro). There are also two memory variants - 6GB + 65GB for 16,999 Rupee (~RM949) and 8GB + 128GB for 19,999 Rupee (~RM1116).

As for the Narzo 30A, it features a MediaTek Helio G85 chipset and packs a larger battery pack of 6000mAh (18W fast charging). It also has the same 6.5-inch LCD but supports HD+ resolution and 60Hz refresh rate only.

There is only a pair of cameras on the back that use a 13MP (main) + 2MP (monochrome), the front camera is just 8MP. Two memory variants are also available - 3GB + 32GB for 8,999 Rupee (~RM502) and 4GB + 64GB for 9,999 Rupee (~RM558). On top of that, realme also revealed some mobile gaming accessories as well as a realme Buds Air 2 True Wireless Earbuds which you can read about them here.

We don't think it will take realme Malaysia that long to import some of these phones and accessories here. Until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news


realme Narzo 30 Pro images appear on TENAA, some specs also revealed

There's a model number - RMX3161 that appeared on TENAA and we think it could be the realme Narzo 30 Pro. This device may have the same body measurement (162.5 x 74.8 x 8.8 mm) as the Narzo 20 Pro, but it is slightly slimmer.

According to sources, the device features a 6.5-inch display, supports 5G connectivity, running Android 11. As for the battery, it is slightly larger than the Narzo 20 Pro which is a 4880mAh. On top of that, it sports a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, a triple-rear camera setup.

Well, this is just a leak, so why not just take it with a pinch of salt and don't be serious about it. Let us know your comments below and be surer to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


realme Narzo 30 be launched with gaming peripherals

If there's one thing you can say of realme, it's that the brand has no lack of options. The company's Narzo 30 Pro was spotted on TENAA recently, a strong indication that the phone will be launching soon. Unsurprisingly, it might not be launching alone.

According to Ishan Agarwal, realme plans to launch gaming accessories along with its Narzo 30 series. In the image he posted, you can see what seems to be a mousepad and wireless gaming mouse here. If you ask me, it bears a resemblance to the Logitech G502 that I've used before. Anyway, there's also an unidentified device here that could be a USB sound card. We're not sure though, so don't quote us on that.

Exclusive: realme will also be launching gaming accessories along with narzo 30 series. These look cool...The gaming mouse and the pad also indicates at an imminent launch of a gaming laptop? #realme is yet to announce the launch dates of the narzo 30 series. What do you think? pic.twitter.com/0XBQpITfq2

Now while a wireless gaming mouse could be used with smartphones, a USB sound card is more often used with a PC. This would suggest that realme is looking to launch a gaming laptop. In fact, the item on the left of the leaked image could be the laptop in question, instead of a mousepad.

It's certainly interesting if realme is indeed looking to expand into the PC space. However, could they bring anything new to the table? Share your thoughts on this in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Apple may release a new iPad Pro with an 'M2' SoC and MagSafe charging this September

Reliable Apple leaker Mark Gurman yesterday revealed that the next-generation iPad Pro might be unveiled as early as this September. According to his latest ‘Power On’ newsletter, the Bloomberg columnist said that the new iPad Pro will be powered by Apple’s upcoming ‘M2’ SoC.

Furthermore, Gurman also claimed that the new iPad Pro lineup will feature MagSafe charging; a first in any iPads. This new charging mechanism is similar to the MagSafe utilised in iPhones rather than the one reintroduced in the latest 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros.

Hence, it is likely that the new iPad Pro will have wireless and reverse wireless charging capabilities. As for the M2 SoC, it will be likely be the same chip found inside the rumoured refresh of the MacBook Air.

Gurman previously said that the M2 SoC would have the same Octa-core CPU as the M1, but with even better speed and efficiency. This is possible thanks to TSMC’s new 4-nanometre process which is rumoured to be used to produce the SoC.

GPU-wise, the M2 is also expected to have an additional core, with option for either a 9-core or 10-core GPU. The M1 in the current iPad Pro only has either a 7-core or 8-core GPU option.

As always, do take these information with a grain of salt as nothing is confirmed as of yet. Although, if it is true, let’s hope that Apple upgrades iPadOS to be more functional so as to fully utilise the SoC’s potential.

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


realme Narzo 30 is on the way with the brand asking fans to choose their favourite box design

The realme Narzo 20 series was launched in last year's November in Malaysia and it brings the vanilla Narzo 20 and Narzo 20 Pro. Until now, it looks like the brand has prepared to launch the devices' successors Narzo 30 after spotted asking a question regarding the box design.

realme has provided six box designs for the Narzo 30 series in a survey that lets fans cast their votes. It is said that realme has been letting the fans help them make decisions and it should be the same for the Narzo series. If you're interested in casting your vote for the design, you may click here to do so.

The realme Narzo is a popular budget phone series by having 3 million users. In just one week after launch, the Narzo 20 devices have been sold 230,000 units, with the vanilla Narzo 20 being the most popular by achieving 130,000+ sales. Now, we can see why the brand is putting in the effort to manage this series.

Let us know if you're excited about the arrival of the Narzo 30 series on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


realme Narzo 30A Malaysia release: Helio G85 chipset & mobile gaming accessories coming, special launch price at RM499

Today, realme Malaysia made a sudden announcement about the Narzo 30A, and two mobile gaming accessories - the cooling back clip and mobile game finger sleeves. All three of them will have their first sale on 4 April at 12 AM exclusively on Shopee and will have a special price discount.

Starting with the realme Narzo 30A, it will be on sale for RM599 but for its first sale day, the price will be RM499. To refresh your memory, the tech specs include a Helio G85 chipset by MediaTek, alongside a mega 6000mAh battery with an 18W fast charge. Other notable tech specs include a 6.5-inch mini-drop fullscreen display, a 13MP dual rear camera and a triple SIM card slot. You can read the rest of the specs here.

As for the mobile gaming accessories, the cooling back clip is RM149 whereas the finger sleeves are RM29. Since both of them are also launching on 4 April, the special price promotion will be RM99 and RM9.90 respectively. You can access the official Shopee links below to add them to your cart just to get ready.

So what do you think? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNav.com.


realme Narzo 30A - Mid-range gaming phone | TechNave Unboxing and Hands-On Video

Last month, realme have unveiled the two smartphones which are the Narzo 30 Pro and Narzo 30A in the Indian market and there's a good chance that the Malaysian market would get them too.

The Narzo 30A features a MediaTek Helio G85 chipset, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of internal storage. On the other hand, it comes with a 6.5-inch Mini-drop Fullscreen with 8MP selfie snapper. As for the camera, it sports an AI dual rear camera setup with a 13 MP main camera and a B&W portrait lens. Besides that, the device is powered by a 6000mAh battery, supports 18W fast charging, and reverse charge.

For more information, please check out the realme Narzo 30A unboxing video and be sure to stay tuned for more unboxing videos on TechNave.com.


realme Narzo 30A, Narzo 30 Pro 5G, and Buds Air 2 officially confirmed to be launched on 24 February

Yesterday, a picture of realme India CEO Madhav Sheth holding the upcoming Narzo 30 Pro 5G had caused a stir by revealing the device's design. Today, it has been announced that other than the Narzo 30 Pro 5G, the Narzo 30A and Buds Air 2 will also be coming on 24 February.

In the latest tweet, the brand officially announced that the launch event will happen at 12 PM IST (2:30 PM Malaysia time) on 24 February. If you're interested, you can watch the live event through realme India's YouTube channel.

According to previous rumours, the Narzo 30 Pro 5G is likely to feature a 6.5-inch IPS LCD FHD+ display, 4/6GB of RAM, 64/128GB of storage, triple rear cameras with a 48MP + 8MP+ 2MP setup, a 4,880mAh battery with 65W fast charging, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. For the Narzo 30A, we can see from the poster that it will have a triple camera setup as well and nothing else is known for now. Besides that, the Buds Air 2 is also finally coming after leaks appeared earlier.

Let us know if you're excited about the launch on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


realme Narzo 30A review - A basic phone for basic usage

A budget phone is a favourite amongst Malaysians, and the realme Narzo 30A is one of the latest options available. Launched at the end of March 2021, It features an attractive price of RM599 with mid-range tech specs such as MediaTek's Helio G85 chipset and a 6000mAh battery pack. But is it any good for the average Malaysian? Read on below for our thoughts on it.

At first glance, the Narzo 30A has an interesting design that not many brands use. Two-thirds of the back are diagonal stripes that give it a textured feel and curved lines, but that's just an optical illusion. The phone's back is still flat, except where the camera bump is (still tolerable, though). It's also made out of plastic, which is to be expected. The good thing is that there won't be any fingerprint smudges.

USB-C port and 3.5mm audio jack! There's only one speaker though

The rear camera bump only has two cameras, though many (including me) might be tricked into thinking it was four. One of the extra circles is the LED flashlight, while the other is just the word "AI". Why would they want to do this? I have no idea, to be honest. It could just be a gimmick to grab attention. Personally, I think a triple-camera setup works better to save space and cost.

Other than that, there's nothing much to talk about the Narzo 30A. It has all the necessary buttons, but it's nice to know that it has a triple SIM card tray, USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

Here are the full specifications of the Narzo 30A:

In terms of its tech specs and features, there isn't much to look at. But I guess we can start with the display. Although it supports 720p only, it can surprisingly play 1080p videos on YouTube, with an overall satisfying colour performance. However, you can't see much on the screen if you're out under the sunlight, so that's something to take note of.

The screen is hard to see under the sunlight

The camera UI - No ultrawide, telephoto and depth mode available

The Narzo 30A still uses the realme UI, so we don't have any comments on its successor - the realme UI 2 yet. Despite that, realme UI has a similar feel to stock Android, so it feels quite responsive. Unfortunately, I think enthusiastic mobile photographers would be disappointed. This phone doesn't have any ultrawide, telephoto, or depth sensor to be found.

Leaving its lack of camera modes aside, I think most realme customers may want this phone for mobile gaming. After all, realme is advertising the Narzo 30A to be an affordable gaming smartphone due to the Helio G85 chipset. So how does it perform?

Pretty low scores, as expected of the Helio G85 chipset

You can't go above HD mode in PUBG Mobile

Gameplay demo on PUBG Mobile, COD Mobile, and Asphalt 9

We tested out using two popular mobile games - Call of Duty Mobile and PUBG Mobile. In COD Mobile, you can play it in basic graphics settings with max frame rate, so that's commendable. Even after playing the game for 30 minutes, we didn't experience a drop in frame rates. However, you can do the same for PUBG Mobile. In fact, the game is only playable at low graphics settings and 30FPS. You have to play at low settings for Asphalt 9 too. As for Genshin Impact, don't even think about it as it's unfortunately unplayable.

Another unfortunate thing is that the Narzo 30A can get quite hot after gaming for more than 30 minutes. Not to the point of melting your fingers, though, but we are a bit concern that the heat has the potential to damage the hardware inside in the long run because there's no cooling system. Therefore, we don't advise you to play in hot environments. The same issue may apply when using its GPS, so don't put it under the front windscreen of your car either. You could try to get the realme Cooling Back Clip for extra cooling but do that only if you are willing to spare RM149.

Takes a long time to fully charge this phone from 10%

If you're not playing games, then the battery performance is actually quite durable. It can last for almost two full days if you're just reading emails, surfing online, and watching the occasional YouTube videos. Also, fully recharging the phone takes two and a half hours. That's quite long because the max charging speed is just 18W, plus the battery is quite large at 6000mAh.

Earlier, we mentioned that the Narzo 30A only had the primary camera and a dedicated B&W lens. Overall, the photo quality is quite good. But as expected from any budget phone, details will be lost in low-light environments. You may think: "Super Night Mode should be able to fix that, right"? Sorry to say, it didn't help that much either. In fact, Super Night Mode looks even worst than auto-mode. Well, we'll let you be the judge of that with the photo samples below.

Auto mode shot no.3, photos tend to look really good in good lighting conditions

Testing out the portrait lens, it looks alright but is far from perfect

The auto mode in a low-light environment

Another low-light environment photo (no Super Night Mode)

All in all, the Narzo 30A is excellent for those on a budget with its RM599 price tag. The battery performance is good too, as it can last up to two days if you don't push it too much. However, it's best not to have any high expectations at all, as it's just a phone that's designed to be affordable. Even if it's advertised for having a gaming chipset, its performance failed to impress us. Camera performance is also borderline basic. In our opinion, this phone is best suited for students who are first-time mobile phone users.

With all the above factors considered, the Narzo 30A faces stiff competition because there are plenty of alternatives in the market. There's the Redmi 9T (RM599), OPPO A54 (RM599), and the Samsung Galaxy A12 (RM699), which are all quite popular. Out of the three, the Redmi 9T may have an advantage for having an actual FHD+ display and stereo speakers.

What do you think of the Narzo 30A? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned for more tech gadget reviews at TechNave.com.


realme Narzo 30A to house Helio P35 chipset

The Narzo 30A is expected to look like the standard Narzo 20

A few days ago, realme confirmed the launch date for the Narzo 30 series. We also already know that the Narzo 30 Pro would be a 5G device featuring the Dimensity 800U chipset. But what about the Narzo 30A? Well, that detail has been revealed as well.

According to GSMArena, the realme Narzo 30A (RMX3171) was recently benchmarked on Geekbench. The chip bearing the name of the ARM MT6769V/CZ is MediaTek's Helio P35, which is the same chipset equipped on the Samsung Galaxy A12. You can read up the performance section of our review of that phone to get an idea of how it can perform.

Besides the chipset, the benchmark shows that the Narzo 30A will be an Android 10 device with 4GB of RAM. It should also have the same 6.5-inch, but likely without the 120Hz refresh rate and 180Hz sampling rate. As for the camera module, it's a triple camera setup in a square-shaped module.

It's quite obvious that the Narzo 30A is meant to be an entry-level smartphone. But as it is, the entry-level segment is ultra-competitive with so many options available. With that said, what do you think an entry-level device would need to stand out? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates.


realme Narzo 50 5G series release: Dimensity chips, 90Hz display, and 33W fast charging, starts from ~RM905

The realme Narzo 50 5G series has arrived today, bringing us the Narzo 50 5G and Narzo 50 Pro 5G. Both devices utilize MediaTek Dimensity chips, but of course, the Pro variant gets to have a more powerful one. Now, let's continue reading to find out the other tech specs of the devices.

Starting from the vanilla variant, it sports a 6.6-inch IPS panel with a resolution of 2400×1080 pixels and a refresh rate of 90Hz. Under the hood, it packs the Dimensity 810 chip paired with 4/6GB of RAM and 64/128GB of storage. There's also a 5,000mAh battery that supports 33W Dart charging. Furthermore, the Narzo 50 5G has two camera sensors (48MP + 2MP) on the rear and an 8MP selfie module on the front.

Meanwhile, the Pro variant sports a 6.4-inch FullHD+ display that also supports 90Hz refresh rate. It gets powered by the Dimensity 920 and houses the same 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging. However, the device comes with three camera sensors on the rear rather than two, consisting of a 48MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 2MP macro sensor. It uses a 16MP camera on the front for selfies or video calls.

The realme Narzo 50 5G gets priced at $206 (~RM905), $219 (~RM962) and $232 (~RM1,019) for the 4/64 GB, 4/128 GB and 6/128 GB models respectively. On the other hand, the Narzo 50 Pro 5G comes with 6GB/128GB as the base version for $284 (~RM1,248), while the top model goes for $310 (~RM1,362) and has 8/128GB of storage.

What do you think about the new realme Narzo 50 5G series? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts on these devices, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone launches.


realme Narzo 50 release: MTK Helio G96, 6.6-inch 120Hz display and 5,000mAh battery, starts from ~RM721

realme has introduced the Narzo 50 today to replace the Narzo 30. The new device is similar to the realme 8i but comes with 33W fast charging. Now, let's read on to find out what else it brings to the table!

The realme Narzo 50 sports a 6.6-inch IPS LCD with FHD+ resolution. It can switch between 30Hz and 120Hz refresh rate depending on the content. Not only that, but it also comes with a 240Hz touch sampling rate. Under the hood, it gets fueled by the MediaTek Helio G96 chipset paired with up to 6GB of RAM. There's also a considerably large 5,000mAh battery that supports 33W Dart Charge.

The device features a triple camera setup on the rear, consisting of a 50MP primary shooter and two 2MP auxiliary modules for macro and depth shots. Meanwhile, the front gets a 16MP selfie camera housed in a punch-hole cutout. Besides that, the realme Narzo 50 will ship with Realm UI 2.0 based on Android 11 and include a side-mounted fingerprint scanner plus a headphone jack.

For colour options, the realme Narzo 50 is available in Speed Blue and Speed Black. It will start selling in India with the 4/64GB trim retails for INR 12,999 (~RM721), while the 6/128GB model will go for INR 15,499 (~RM860). Currently, it's still unsure when will the device make it to the local market.

What do you think about the newly launched realme Narzo 50? Drop a comment to let us know, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone launches.


realme Narzo 50 will launch in India on 24 Feb 2022, global launch could follow soon

When it comes to entry-level smartphones, most of the options available don't do extraordinary. But in Malaysia, realme's Narzo series has become one of the more well-known models. The last one was the realme Narzo 50A, but now the realme Narzo 50 is also on the way.

As announced by realme India, the company will launch the Narzo 50 on 24 February 2022. Unlike the Narzo 50A and 50i, the Narzo 50 is more of a lower mid-range smartphone. It comes with a Helio G96 chipset, 4GB or 6GB of RAM, and 64GB or 128GB internal storage. In addition, the phone will have a 5000mAh battery and supports 33W fast charging.

The realme Narzo 50 features a 6.6-inch FHD+ (1080x2400) AMOLED display that could support a refresh rate of 120Hz. In terms of cameras, the phone will come with a 50MP+2MP+2MP setup at the back, as well as a 16MP front camera for selfies. realme also provided fans with a glimpse of the device, which looks different from last year's Narzo 30 and Narzo 50A/i.

Considering the brand's strong presence here, we can expect this phone to also launch in Malaysia soon. Would you be interested in getting one when it launches here? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned TechNave for more news about this.


realme Narzo 50A & 50i release: 6,000mAh battery and 50MP camera, starts from ~RM425

realme Narzo series has made a return with two offerings, namely Narzo 50A and 50i. The two phones sport the same 6.5-inch HD+ LCD that comes with a waterdrop notch. Other than that, they are two very different devices in terms of chipset, camera setup and battery.

Starting with the Narzo 50A that gets better tech specs, it's powered by a MediaTek Helio G85 chipset paired with up to 8GB of RAM. There are also two storage options between 64GB and 128GB, expandable through the microSD slot. Under the hood, it packs a 6,000mAh battery that charges at 18W.

For photography, it uses a Samsung JN1 sensor for the 50MP primary camera, alongside a 2MP macro shooter and a 2MP portrait lens. On the front, it utilizes an 8MP selfie camera. Realme Narzo 50A comes in Oxygen Green and Oxygen Blue colours, starts with a price of INR 11,499 (~RM652) for the 4/64GB variant and INR12,499 (~RM709) for the 8/128GB variant.

Now, it's the Narzo 50i's turn. The more affordable variant chooses a Unisoc SC9863A SoC chipset and comes with 2/4GB RAM and 32/64GB storage. Its battery is smaller at 5,000mAh and still charges over micro-USB. For the camera department, it houses a single 8MP rear camera and a 5MP shooter on the front. The Narzo 50i comes in Mint Green and Carbon Black, priced at INR 7,499 (~RM425) and INR 8,999 (~RM510) for the two combinations.

What do you think about these two latest Narzo smartphones? Share your thoughts with us by leaving a comment and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone launches.


Apple may release iPad keyboard with a trackpad in 2020

There are some people who consider tablets like iPads as mini productivity devices, which is why an external keyboard can be useful sometimes. For Apple, a keyboard that has a trackpad is even more useful and could be something the company is working on. Sources claim that Apple may launch such a keyboard along with a new iPad that is scheduled to be released this year.

According to The Verge, Apple is likely planning to reveal a new keyboard with a trackpad for the next iPad Pro that is expected to launch this year. A keyboard like this would be great for people who want to use an iPad for productivity, allowing them to use the tablet as if it were a miniature MacBook. Currently, iPadOS already has support for a mouse in place, though you'll have to manually enable the on-screen pointer in the accessibility settings menu.

A portable external keyboard with a trackpad can be very useful

If this catches on, Apple could start adding more apps of functions to iPads that were previously only available on Mac PCs or laptops. It could even expand mouse support to other apps that are already available. Having said that, we are unable to verify the truthfulness of this particular rumour so do take it with a grain of salt.

But let's assume such a keyboard would be coming this year for a moment. Would you want one and is it enough to convince people to use an iPad for work-related tasks, instead of a pricier Mac computer? Let us know what you think on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more Apple news.


realme Narzo 50A will be sporting a MediaTek Helio G85 with 4GB of RAM!

A few days ago, we reported on the leaks and renders on the new upcoming realme Narzo 50A which is set to be launch today. Finally, it has arrived on the GeekBench portal just hours before its launch. The listing reveals the chipset as well as the single-core and multi-core scores.

According to the listing, the new realme Narzo 50A has a model number of RMX3430 and scored 387 single-core points and 1364 multi-core points.  It sports a MediaTek Helio G85 chipset coupled with 4GB of RAM and we are assuming it comes with either 64GB or 128GB of storage. Runs on Android 11 and an RM6769 motherboard.

Other than GeekBench, it also appeared on EEC, NBTC, and BIS certifications. It equips with a 6.5-inch display with either an HD+ or FHD+ resolution. As for the cameras, it sports a triple camera setup with a 50MP main camera, 2MP depth sensor, and a 2MP Macro lens. On the front, it has an 8MP selfie snapper and a 6,000mAh battery.

As of now, there is still no official information on the tech specs and Malaysia launching date for it yet, so do take this with a pinch of salt and stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com


realme Narzo 50i Prime design revealed, expected launch on 22 Jun 2022

For those looking for entry-level devices, the realme Narzo series offers some pretty good value. The realme Narzo 50 series that launched last month is the latest of the bunch. But it looks like the standard and Pro variants aren't alone, as a new variant has been announced.

Thanks to the tipster @OnLeaks (via 91Mobiles), we now have a few details about the upcoming realme Narzo 50i Prime. The phone is expected to make its debut on 22 June 2022. As you can see, the device is similar to the standard realme Narzo 50 but will feature lower specs. This is most obvious with the rear camera module, which sports a single rear camera instead of two.

Besides the camera, we can also expect a few other changes. While the standard model features a Dimensity 810 chipset, the realme Narzo 50i Prime would probably have an entry-level chipset. In terms of design, the display would feature a waterdrop notch for the front camera instead of a punch-hole. The rear camera module's design is also notably different.

Of course, the trade-off here is a much lower price of around USD 100 (~RM440). Overall, you could say this is a cut-down version of the realme Narzo 50. Is anyone interested in getting a cheap, but rather good-looking phone? Share your thoughts about the realme Narzo 50i Prime below, and stay tuned to TechNave for further updates about it.


realme Narzo N53 release: Unisoc T612 chipset, 6.74-inch LCD screen, 6GB RAM, mini capsule and more from ~RM493

The third realme phone to come with a mini capsule (like the iPhone’s Dynamic Island), the realme Narzo N53 was recently launched in India at INR 8999 (~RM493) for the 4GB RAM + 64GB storage variant and INR 10999 (~RM603)  for the 6GB RAM + 128GB storage variant.

Featuring a Unisoc T612 chipset, the Narzo N53 uses a 6.74-inch LCD screen with HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. The panel houses a waterdrop notch cutout for the 8MP selfie camera. On the back there’s a 50MP primary camera along with an unspecified secondary module along with  an LED flash.

The device runs realme UI T Edition based on Android 13 and has a 5000mAh battery with 33W fast charging. Other features include stereo speakers, a headphone jack and a fingerprint scanner on the side. Available in Black and Feather Gold there’s still no Malaysia release dates or pricing details for the realme Narzo N53. Are you interested? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com


realme Narzo might be a new budget-friendly smartphone series

A few hours ago on Twitter, realme posted a rather vague video teaser about a new product. Known as realme Narzo, many speculated that it could be a new smartwatch at first but according to 91mobiles, they have learned that it could be a new smartphones series after some digging.

According to them, they said that “Realme will launch a new series of smartphones in India, dubbed Narzo, to target the Indian youth”. To further back up their claim, some Twitter users have found a new unknown realme smartphone passing certification in India so that's quite convincing. With this, it seems that Narzo will be focusing on the budget-friendly target group.

#realme ka Naya Evolution!#realmeNarzo #ComingSoon pic.twitter.com/pOAFG7OxEl

A promotional teaser can also be found floating on Twitter, showcasing several keywords such as "Feel The Power", "Gen Z", "Unique" and "Bold". To add on, sources have it that there could be two Narzo variants for the Indian youth market.

We aren't sure if Narzo will ever make it to Malaysia, but it could. We will just have to wait and see the reception towards the new product. Stay tuned for more realme news at TechNave.com.