AMD to manufacture mobile chipsets in the near future?

Based on a statement by gizchina, it seems that AMD could start manufacturing mobile chipsets in collaboration with MediaTek in the near future. While there is no official information in regards to when will AMD release their first chipset, it does give us a better idea of what to expect from them in the near future.

However, this isn’t the first time AMD has been producing chips, because smartphones that are equipped with the Samsung Exynos 2200 chipsets come with AMD GPU embedded inside. With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that AMD, as well as MediaTek has yet to provide an official statement on the leaked info.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs of the phone that will come with AMD’s chipset. What are your thoughts on AMD potentially start manufacturing mobile chipset? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


HONOR's new midranger X20 SE live photos leaked!

HONOR’s comeback with the latest HONOR 50 series is a huge success with over 500million yuan worth of sales in China. That is just a beginning, as of now, the company is preparing for another new device which is named the HONOR X20 SE. We found some live photos that surfaced on the web.

The HONOR X20 SE is reported to be a mid range phone, by looking at the photos, we can see it has two color variants, one gradient peach and one of gradient green. The green color variant looks like a matte surface design on the back with triple cameras placed linearly with the pill-shaped housing consisting of a 64MP main camera.

It is also reported to come with a 6.6-inch 90Hz LCD display on the front with slim bezels and a center punch hole selfie camera which relatively looks big. The phone comes with Dimensity 700 chipset with the support of 22.5W fast charging. Since it is a midranger, we are expecting it to come with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage with a 5000mAh battery.

As of now, there’s still no official information on the tech spec and release dates in Malaysia so do take this with a pinch of salt. What do you think of this new HONOR X20 SE? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


HONOR's next major event will be happening on 12 August 2021

It looks like HONOR will have another major event happening soon after it launched the HONOR 50 series last month. The company has shared a poster for the HONOR Global Press Conference and it's going to be held on 12 August 2021.

According to the source, the press conference might be the one for the global version HONOR 50 series to appear. Besides that, we could also see the highly-anticipated HONOR Magic 3 series at the event. As there've been quite a few rumours of the flagship series, so it's likely that HONOR will present it next month.

The HONOR Magic 3 has been confirmed to house the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Plus chipset. It will also support Google Mobile Services as the brand is no longer under the trade ban. Therefore, HONOR's upcoming flagship smartphones might be something that the others in the industry need to watch out for.

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


HONOR's upcoming HONOR 50 series will be the first to come with SD775G chipset

It seems that Digital Chat Station recently stated on the user’s weibo account, stating that HONOR’s upcoming HONOR 50 will be the first phone to come equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 775G chipset. The HONOR 50 Pro, as well as the HONOR 50 Pro Plus, on the other hand, are expected to come equipped with the top of the line Snapdragon 888 chipset instead.

Unfortunately, there’s no information in regards to the exact performance numbers, Malaysia release date, and local pricing of the smartphone for now. Not only that but do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that HONOR has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

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


HONOR's upcoming flagship launch event could be for HONOR 80 series and Magic V2

HONOR has announced a major event for 23 November 2022. The brand will have a flagship launch in China that day, and the devices in question could be the HONOR 80 series and Magic V2.

Reputable tipster Digital Chat Station is the one who told us what could get announced. Besides the mentioned devices, the Magic UI 7.0 might also get presented. The event is happening at 10:30 pm local time, and we expect more teasers to show up in the coming weeks.

Rumour has it that the HONOR 80 series will bring three devices, regular, Pro and Pro+ models. The standard variant could pack the MediaTek Dimensity 1080 SoC, while the Pro model might get powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G. They also tipped to feature 64MP and 108MP primary camera sensors, respectively. Meanwhile, the Pro+ model is said to come with a 1.5K flexible curved AMOLED display, 200MP primary camera, Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, and 200W fast charging. Furthermore, the HONOR Magic V2 should get a thinner and lighter design, powered by Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, and backed by a 5,000mAh battery.

Are you excited about the upcoming HONOR event? Let us know how you feel by leaving a comment, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone reports.


HONOR's upcoming foldable to sport an 8-inch display alongside a 6.5-inch secondary display

Yesterday, HONOR shared a poster for its upcoming global press conference that happens on 12 August and we are excited about what's to come. It is suggested that HONOR could launch the global version HONOR 50 series and debut the Magic 3 series during the conference. However, let's not forget that the brand is rumoured to launch its first foldable smartphone later on as well. The latest information has arrived claiming that the device will sport an 8-inch display.

According to the tipster Digital Chat Station, the first HONOR foldable smartphone will bring an 8-inch display when it's not folded. It is also said to have an extra 6.5-inch secondary display on the outer case. The tipster added that the display panel is from Chinese manufacturer BOE, and it will be using ultra-thin foldable glass.

Earlier, HONOR had trademarked three device names including Magic Fold, Magic Flip, and Magic Flex. We guess that this 8-inch foldable device might be called Magic Fold, as Flip suggests a clamshell-style device (like Galaxy Z Flip) and Flex suggests a rollable device? Accurate or not, we are sure that we'll hear more news regarding the device in the upcoming months.

Let us know if you're excited about seeing HONOR's first foldable on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone rumours.


HONOR said that the upcoming Magic series will surpass HUAWEI's Mate and P series

Just yesterday, we've seen the news which reported that HONOR is prepared to come back with several devices later this year. It is suggested that the brand is bringing the global variant of V40, Magic 3, and Magic X. Today, the news has been confirmed by the CEO Zhao Ming and he said that the upcoming Magic series will also surpass HUAWEI's Mate and P series.

As we know, the departure from HUAWEI has helped HONOR to regain its access to technology and services from the US. Therefore, HONOR no longer has to worry about the restrictions faced previously and able to continue working with the likes of Qualcomm and Intel. The upcoming Magic 3 is even said to feature the Snapdragon 888 chipset, which makes it competitive enough in the industry.

Apart from the three devices mentioned, the company has also planned to release a few mid-range devices and tablets this year. Earlier, HUAWEI's founder Ren Zhengfei has spoken regarding the departure by hoping HONOR to be big enough to rival HUAWEI one day. Could it be happening soon with HONOR making such a bold statement?

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


HONOR shares Magic4 Pro's making process before launching it in Malaysia

Before launching the Magic4 Pro in Malaysia, HONOR shared something interesting regarding the device to excite us even further. The brand has revealed how it ensures the highest quality in the upcoming device by giving out the details on the making process. If you wonder how they produce such a flagship device, keep reading to find it out!

The HONOR Magic4 Pro's cameras are now merged with AI algorithms for detailed images with authentic colours. They have gone through 100 tests of full focal length range, with a further digital platform to collect data above 300 parameters in real-time to ensure the consistency and quality of user experience.

Furthermore, to protect users' conversations in voice calls from being eavesdropped on, HONOR has incorporated an industry-first intelligent dual sound-emitting unit. The unit needs a special bone conduction piece to do what it promises. Mounting the bone conduction piece to the screen requires extremely accuracy. With that said, the R&D and the manufacturing team have spent three months developing the automated high-precision mounting equipment, which used a computer vision and optimized algorithms to achieve an accuracy of 0.01mm, results in a yield rate of 99.99%.

HONOR has also adopted a fully automated testing system for Specific Absorption Rate to ensure its product safety. The HONOR Magic4 Pro has a lower required SAR value by 56% of the toughest international standards. Lastly, the company has utilized six-axis robotic arms, high-precision cameras and self-developed computer vision algorithms to assembly the 3D Quad-Curved LTPO Display, ensuring an accuracy range of ±0.075mm and providing the manufacturing tolerance of 0.1mm.

Are you excited about the Magic4 Pro making its way to Malaysia after knowing these? Drop a comment to let us know how you feel, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone reports.


HONOR showcased their HONOR Vision Pro Smart TV with HarmonyOS

Earlier today, HONOR gave us a live demo of the HONOR Vision Pro Smart TV which is the very first product by HONOR to come equipped with the HarmonyOS. While the aforementioned Smart TV is not currently available in Malaysia, HONOR has assured us that we should be able to get it for ourselves eventually.

During the demo, HONOR showcased the various features of the Smart TV with HarmonyOS such as voice commands, screen mirroring, content streaming and many more. In addition to that, on the HONOR Vision Pro, it comes with a front-facing pop-up selfie camera which can be used for taking a selfie, as well as for video calls. It is best to note that the non-pro variant does not come with a front-facing pop-up selfie camera.

Speaking of video calls, you can use the TV to call a person’s mobile phone as well. However, it is only limited to numbers from China for now. In terms of the tech spec, it has a 55-inch 4k resolution display and it is powered by the Honghu 818 Intelligent chipset. It is possible to store pictures and most likely videos on the HONOR Vision Smart TV, due to the fact that the demo unit comes with a 32GB internal storage.

HONOR was emphasizing a lot on IOT with their 1 + 8 + N ecosystem, which allows the user to utilize their smartphone to control not only HONOR appliances but also partnering products from other brands as well. To reiterate, there is currently no official Malaysia release date for both variants of the HONOR Vision Smart TVs as we as the local pricing. Would you be interested in owning a Smart TV by HONOR? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


HONOR signed a new partnership deal with Microsoft, will be launching Windows 11 laptop

Last year, it was reported that HONOR had signed a global cooperation agreement with Microsoft to use Windows 10 as the official operating system in its 2021 laptops. Until now, the Chinese brand announces that it has signed a new strategic cooperation with the US company and will be one of the first laptop makers to release a Windows 11 pre-installed machine.

On 26 September, HONOR will be hosting the Smart Life product launch conference to present several new products. One of them is expected to be a high-end laptop named MagicBook V 14 with the latest operating system update. Besides that, the company is also set to launch the new MagicBook 16/16 Pro during the event.

HONOR CEO Zhao Ming has mentioned that the company's market share in the Chinese laptop market grew to 6.6% in July 2021, rising from 1.4% in just four months. From the statement, we can see how far that HONOR has come after leaving HUAWEI. Not only it's doing well in the laptop segment, but it was also the third-largest smartphone brand in July.

Let's wait until 26 September and find out what other products HONOR will launch alongside the laptops! Stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest tech report.


HONOR smartphone with model number KOZ-AL00 spotted on TENAA

It seems that an HONOR phone with the model number KOZ-AL00 has been spotted on TENAA, showcasing the tech specs, as well as the design of the smartphone. While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date, it does give us a better idea of what to expect when it is available in the local market.

In terms of the tech specs, the listing hints that the smartphone will come equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset, 6.517-inch display, as well as a 4900mAh internal battery that supports up to 10W fast charging. Not only that, but the phone will also come with a triple camera setup at the back, as well as a single front-facing selfie camera embedded under the notch.

However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that HONOR has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. 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 HONOR smartphone 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.


AMD unveils new 3D chiplet technology, AMD Ryzen processors, 3rd Gen AMD EPYC processors and more at Computex 2021

In case you didn't know, Computex 2021 just begun and AMD showcased a wide range of the latest computing and graphics technologies. During the presentation, AMD President and CEO Dr Lisa Su unveiled a new 3D chiplet technology, AMD Ryzen processors, 3rd Gen AMD EPYC processors and a full slate of new AMD graphics technologies for gamers.

In collaboration with TSMC, the AMD 3D chiplet technology is a new packaging breakthrough that combines chiplet architecture with 3D stacking. It's said to provide over 200 times the interconnect density of 2D chiplets and more than 15 times the density compared to existing 3D packaging solutions. Having said that, it consumes less energy as well compared with current 3D solutions.

AMD is on track to begin production on future high-end computing products with 3D chiplets by the end of this year. But besides that, they also announced AMD RDNA 2 Gaming Architecture and many other technologies that we just mentioned. You can check them out below here:

So that's the gist of the AMD keynote today. If you want to learn more, you can visit the company's official website right over here to check it out. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


HONOR smartphones going as low as RM749 on HONOR Malaysia 11.11 Shopathon campaign

In other 11.11 promo deal news, HONOR Malaysia has announced their own ultimate 11.11 Shopathon sale with super deals and promotions on hihonor.com.my. Starting from 1 November until the 10th, along with an exceptional flash deal on the 11th, customers will be able to get their hands on the latest HONOR smartphones.

Speaking of HONOR smartphones, don't worry about having any access to Google Mobile Services, these phones are still intact with them and you will be able to grab vouchers worth up to RM100 on top of the discounts and gifts. Check out the details of the phones, wearables, accessories and bundles below!

In addition, there are also some special promotions on their website. The list of promotions are as follows:

For more information on HONOR Malaysia, visit HONOR’s official e-commerce website or check out the official Facebook page for more updates. Stay tuned for more HONOR news at TechNave.com.


HONOR surpassed Xiaomi and Apple by shipping 4 million devices in July

HONOR, once a brand that struggles, has now regained its glory. The brand is now the third-largest in China by shipping 4 million devices last month. With the help of the number, it managed to surpass other huge brands like Xiaomi and Apple, which shipped 3.9 million and 3 million devices respectively.

In front of HONOR, there are OPPO and vivo that both shipped around 5 million devices. Although HONOR didn't get to the top of the list, it's still a mentionable honour (pun intended), as the brand only had 3% of the market share back in January. After months, it has sold 28.68 million devices and witnessed an annualized growth of 28.6% in the local market, all thanks to its 5G smartphones.

The Chinese brand, which is now free from the US trade sanctions, had also officially announced the opening of its global headquarters in Shenzhen, China. Through that, it would help HONOR further develop its global business and strengthen its position in the smartphone market.

We're glad that HONOR has come this far after leaving its former parent company. Let us know what do you think about the brand's achievement by leaving some comments! Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


HONOR teamed up with Cherry and made a gaming keyboard

So here's a collaboration that we thought it would never happen. Apparently, HONOR have announced that they are working with Cherry China on a new exclusive gaming keyboard. They even have the product ready and we got some good looking photos posted on their official Weibo forum which looks pretty dope. It's weird, though, as HONOR is a smartphone brand but anyway let's take a look at the design.

Using the theme on HONOR, there are four colours across the keyboard and you can see the brand's name on the spacebar, while Cherry's logo is located above the arrow keys. Speaking of that, the arrow keys are using the AI camera log for some reason and the backspace is using GPU Turbo. Besides that, there is also another keyboard which looks tidier using the twilight design which is popular among smartphones. The keyboard also comes with an armoury box package.

By the way, Cherry is a gaming keyboard manufacturer originated from Germany for gamers who prefer having customizable keyboards. They also have a branch in China which is quite popular with the consumers there too. But what do you think of this gaming keyboard? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


HONOR teases the ‘imminent arrival’ of the HONOR X9a 5G in Malaysia

HONOR Malaysia has announced that it will be releasing a new smartphone in our country soon, which is the HONOR X9a 5G. The successor to the X9 5G released earlier this year, the company shared an image of the device’s back as well as some of its features in a statement today.

Among the things highlighted by HONOR is the X9a 5G’s “ultra-tough OLED curved display” which alludes to its durability and resilience. In fact, there were previously official photos from HONOR which showcased how the smartphone fell to the floor but instead of having a dent, it created a crack on the floor.

Moreover, the X9a 5G adopts a 0.65mm Super Reinforced glass on the display which excelled in 33 different drop tests including simulated marble and concrete floor drops. Besides that, the device is also equipped with an 'AI anti-mistouch' algorithm that adapts and will not react to unwanted, a welcomed feature for the curved display.

However, HONOR Malaysia did not specify the exact release date of the X9a 5G. Well, we just have to wait for the official announcement from the company then, so make sure to stay tuned to us at TechNave for any future updates!


HONOR teases upcoming View20's 48MP camera photo samples and Link Turbo capabilities

As some of you already know, HONOR will be launching a new flagship device in Paris, France on 22 January 2019 and not only it will feature a new O cutout All-View display, but as well as the 48MP rear camera and Link Turbo. But is the 48MP camera just a fad and what does the Link Turbo do exactly? Here's what we got from HONOR Malaysia about the HONOR View20.

While HONOR isn't the first to have an actual 48MP rear camera (Nokia did it first, #fact), it appears that the primary camera will be using a Sony IMX586 sensor. Knowing Sony's reputation as one of the best camera component manufacturers, combining this with the 48MP can potentially deliver top quality images and better details when zoomed in with the assistance of the Dual Neural Processing Unit (NPU) of the Kirin 980 chipset and dual ISP. We are really looking forward to testing out the phone so in the meantime, below are some of the photo samples they sent us.

Photos of Hong Kong captured on the world’s first 48 Mega Pixel Rear Camera of the HONOR View20, by Cheng Yanan

According to HONOR, the camera sports a 1/2.0-inch large CMOS, 4-in-1 Light Fusion and a High Dynamic Range sensor that's 4 times higher

What about Link Turbo? As the name implies, this feature is AI enabled and it "intelligently" analyze the user's Internet data usage as well as network conditions to switch seamlessly between WiFi or 4G network (no 5G yet, lol) by adjusting the download speed simultaneously. With this, perhaps having two apps operating separately in Split Screen mode would even be smoother than ever. There's only one way to try out - until it releases worldwide.

January 2019 won't be long, the next thing you know - we will already be there. Until then, stay tuned for more tech articles at TechNave.com.


HONOR tech gadgets to be on 60% off during Chinese Niu Year Sale soon

Yup, you read that right - HONOR Malaysia is throwing off a Chinese Niu Year Sale with 60% off on selected devices. The sale will begin from 26 January until 14 February exclusively on hihonor.com/my.

Looking at the website, there will be a flash deal with RM300 off the HONOR Magic Earbuds, as well as RM150 off the HONOR 9A. Some vouchers up to RM150 can be used on the MagicBook 14 (16GB + 512GB) and the HONOR Watch GS Pro too. Of course, the phones like the HONOR 9X and 9X Lite are RM100 off.

If you're keen to purchase, you may refer to the table below for your reference.

Moreover, customers can also enjoy price slashes every Tuesday and Friday, 12 PM - 2 PM during the Niu Year Sale period. The specific dates for each product will be revealed on the day before on HONOR Malaysia’s official Facebook page. Also, there are vouchers to claim and all you need to do is log into the campaign page provided above and check in daily.

That's all, folks. Happy shopping! Stay safe and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


HONOR to bring high-end Digital series smartphones besides the Magic series

Earlier, HONOR has claimed that the upcoming Magic series will surpass the likes of HUAWEI's P and MATE series. With that statement, it makes us wonder even more about what kind of smartphone that the brand will make after leaving HUAWEI. Today, it is reported that other than the Magic series, HONOR will also be bringing the high-end Digital series smartphones to the market in its comeback.

Besides that, the smartphone manufacturer has also claimed that the new smartphones will become the new benchmark for global smartphones. It is said that they will be the flagships of all-around technology and also feature aesthetic design. For now, this is still an empty talk but we're confident in HONOR to bring us some products that wow the crowds.

According to the chairman of Honor Terminal Co. Wan Biao, the company has already completely recovered from the global economic issues. Its global supply partners, semiconductor chips, and more are now ready for the full business. At present, the company has more than 8,000 employees, half of which are R&D personnel. Furthermore, HONOR will also invest heavily in R&D to prepare for the launch of several products later this year.

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


HONOR to launch Magic4 Ultimate Edition on 17 March

After presenting the Magic4 series at the MWC 2022, which was well-acclaimed, HONOR might still want to add another device to the lineup. The company has announced an event in China to introduce the possibly HONOR Magic4 Ultimate Edition, which will take place on 17 March.

Currently, the device is still a mystery as there's not much information given. However, a teaser poster hints that it could get a larger primary camera sensor than the Magic4 Pro. The Magic4 Pro arrived with a triple-camera setup consisting of a 50MP primary sensor, a 50MP ultrawide lens, and a 64MP telephoto lens. Therefore, could the upcoming device get a 108MP sensor?

Besides an impressive camera setup, the Magic4 Pro is also powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC. The other tech specs include a large 6.81-inch Flex OLED supporting a 120Hz refresh rate and 360Hz touch sampling rate, 4600mAh battery with 100W charging, IP68-rated, and more.

Are you excited to see the upgrades HONOR will put into the upcoming Magic4 Ultimate Edition? Leave a comment to let us know how you feel, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone reports.


HONOR to officially launch the X40 Series in China this 15 September 2022

HONOR today announced that it will be releasing the HONOR X40 Series in China on 15 September 2022. Taking to its official Weibo account, HONOR shared a teaser poster for the upcoming smartphone series, though no official renders of the device were actually revealed.

The colourful poster shows a pink and golden sky over a body of water while a ring floats in the air, potentially alluding to the camera sensor at the back of the upcoming device. Moreover, there is also a slogan that read “New Leap Level Benchmark” on the poster which may allude to the device packing top-of-the-line specs. Well, given that there’s a ‘5G’ logo on the poster, it’s safe to say that the X40 Series will sport 5G connectivity.

In the caption for the poster, HONOR also proudly announced that there are more than 100 million users of its X-series smartphones globally. Meanwhile, HONOR CMO Jiang Hairong has also recently revealed that the Chinese company would soon launch a nine-year milestone smartphone for the X Series.

As of right now, there has been no official information on the X40 Series’ specs and features. However, previous leaks have pointed to the device coming with an OLED panel manufactured by BOE and for the X40 Series to have a Max variant as well as 40W fast charging.

Well, we just have to wait until this 15 September to find out the true specs of the device. Until then, do stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news such as this!


HONOR to present two foldable smartphones in Q1 2022, with different folding styles

It looks like HONOR is ready to enter the foldable market after so many rumours. According to tipster Changan Digital King from Weibo, the Chinese brand will be launching two foldable smartphones in the first quarter of 2022.

Currently, it is unclear whether the two devices will be exclusive to China or going to the global markets. However, in case you don't know, the brand has been on a roll this year after regaining its access to Google Mobile Services. The brand had even surpassed Xiaomi and Apple in terms of shipments back in July.

Previous rumours suggest that upcoming HONOR foldables could bring two different folding styles. One of them unfolds up and down, while the other goes with left and right. Judging by it, the devices could go head to head with Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip series. Besides that, it was also reported that the larger foldable would have an 8-inch main display by BOE and Visionox.

Are you excited about HONOR's first foldable? Drop a comment to let us know how you feel and stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest smartphone rumour.


AMD variant of Huawei MateBook D14 & D15 laptops officially released

About two weeks ago, it was rumoured that Huawei was getting ready to launch new variants of the MateBook D14 and MateBook D15 laptops. We did a review on the MateBook D15 a few months back, so you can check that out for an idea of how the laptop would perform. But anyway, this new variant of the device will sport AMD's latest Ryzen Mobile CPUs.

According to Gizchina, Huawei launched AMD variants for both the MateBook D14 and MateBook D15 yesterday. These come pack with AMD's 7nm Ryzen 4000 Mobile series CPUs, which provide an improvement in performance compared to the Ryzen 3000 Mobile series CPUs. Specifically, they're equipped with either the AMD Ryzen 5 4500U or Ryzen 7 4700U CPU that can provide an increase in performance of up to 59.2%.

Besides that, it's said that Huawei has improved the thermals of the two laptops with thinner blades for its active fan cooler. Allegedly, it'll deliver up to 38% more heat dissipation and lowers noise by as much as 5dB. The other features remain unchanged, so the two laptops still have the pop-up webcam, fingerprint reader, and 65W fast-charger.

Considering the given prices (see below), the newer variants of the MateBook D14 and D15 are probably the better deal. But would you be interested in getting one of these laptops if they launch here in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


HONOR to unveil the upcoming 4000mAh equipped smartphone and their new product ambassador

HONOR has hinted that there could be a 4000mAh equipped equipped smartphone to be launched in Malaysia very soon. Not only that, they have announced that the unveiling of their new product ambassador as well. Previously, HONOR has previously had SonaOne and ZizanRazak as their product ambassador. While no further information was given, they plan to have someone new in the scene to uphold the aforementioned title.

Not much is known about the phone for now, though I suspect it’ll have similar spec to the HONOR 8X. If you’re interested in knowing more about HONOR’s smartphone line-up, drop by their official website and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


HONOR unveiled several new products including a tablet, laptop, router and more during the All-Scenario Smart Life product launch

During the HONOR Smart Life All-scenario Product launch, HONOR unveiled several new products such as a router, laptop, tablets, smart home appliances and more starting from as low as RMB169 (~RM103). In terms of the availability date, HONOR did not give us an exact date, but they did mentioned that all the products mentioned will be coming to Malaysia very soon.

First and foremost, HONOR unveiled the ViewPad 6 which is basically a global version for the HONOR V6 tablet, and it will be available somewhere around June 2020. While there’s no official information in regards to the pricing as of now, the manufacturers did mention that they will reveal the price on 13 June next month.

In terms of the tech specs, the aforementioned tablet comes equipped with the HiSilicon Kirin 985 5G chipset, supports 5G as well as Wi-Fi 6+, and it comes equipped with up to 7250mAh internal battery. Furthermore, it also compatible with the HONOR Magic-Pencil, allowing the users to take notes and draw directly onto the tablet.

Other than that, there’s also the HONOR Router 3 at the price of only RMB219 (~RM133) and its the first router from HONOR to support the new Wi-Fi 6 standards. With that in mind, the Router 3 is able to achieve speeds of up to 3Gbps across both 2.4Ghz and 5GHz band.

There’s also the highly anticipated HONOR Vision X1 series smart TV, and it starts from the price of RMB2299 (~RM1407) for the 55-inch variant while the 65-inch variant is priced at RMB3299 (~RM2019). In terms of the features, the smart TV comes with 8k playback, Motion Estimate, Motion Compensation, as well as four 10W speakers to provide the most immersive experience possible.

HONOR unveiled several other products such as a pair of TWS Earbuds, Air Multiplier, Smart Lamp, Smart Ultra-sonic Toothbrush and more which will be coming to Malaysia in the near future. If you want to find out more information on any of the products mentioned, you can head over to HONOR’s official website.

With all that said, would you be interested in getting any of the products that showcased during the Smart Life All-scenario product launch? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


HONOR unveiled the Clea Antibacterial Wireless Vacuum Cleaner at only ~RM794

During HONOR’s Smart Life Product launch, it seems that they have unveiled the Clea Antibacterial Wireless Vacuum Cleaner which is able to sterilize up to 99.99% of the surface it cleans. But that’s not all, the vacuum comes with a battery life of up to 65 minutes, which is more than enough to clean a room or two before needing to recharge.

In terms of the pricing, the Wireless Vacuum Cleaner can be purchased via online retailers in China for the price of RMB1299 (~RM794). Unfortunately, there is no official information in terms of whether the product will be officially available in Malaysia in the future.

Would you be interested in getting HONOR’s newly unveiled vacuum cleaner? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


HONOR unveiled the HONOR Watch GS Pro and Watch ES at IFA2020

It seems that HONOR has recently unveiled two new smartwatches during the IFA2020, which are the HONOR GS Pro, as well as the HONOR Watch ES starting from the price of 99.99 Euros (~RM491). Unfortunately, there’s no official information on the Malaysia release date and local pricing, so you might need to stay tuned for that.

In terms of the tech specs, the HONOR Watch GS Pro comes equipped with a 1.39-inch AMOLED display, 790mAh battery which provides up to 25 days of battery life on a single charge. Not only that, but it also comes with various sensors including a heart rate monitor, SpO2 sensor, accelerometer, gyro, and more.

As for the HONOR Watch ES, it has a 1.64-inch display, and it comes with almost the same feature as the Watch GS Pro except for only 10-day battery life. With all that said, would you be interested in getting any of the smartwatches mentioned 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.


HONOR unveils the HONOR 20 Pro Icelandic Frost available on 21 September 2019

Today, HONOR has officially unveiled the HONOR 20 Pro Icelandic Frost colour which will be available for purchase at all HONOR experience stores starting from 21 September 2019 onwards for the price of RM2299. In addition to that, it will also be available for purchase on HONOR’s online store as well as Lazada from 23 September 2019.

Those who purchase the device will be eligible for a free HONOR Band 5 fitness tracker, which comes with an improved heart rate monitor, AMOLED full-colour display, 50-meter water resistance and more. Last but not least, you can get up to 2 years extended warranty if you purchase any HONOR 20 series or HONOR View 20 smartphones before 30 September 2019.

What do you think of the HONOR 20 Pro Icelandic Frost colour? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


HONOR will be launching three models for the HONOR 50 series which includes the HONOR 50 SE!

Yesterday, we finally got the information and reported the official launching date of the HONOR 50 series.  While rumours and leaked news stated there will be two devices on the HONOR 50 series, the HONOR 50 and the HONOR 50 Pro. It seems to be having a third model which is called the HONOR 50 SE.

According to the leakster @RONDENT950 known for his HUAWEI and HONOR leaks, he posted on his twitter that there will be 3 devices launching for the HONOR 50 series that includes the HONOR 50 SE. Unfortunately there’s no other tech specs that were revealed on his Twitter post for it.

Honor 50 series is coming, Honor 50 SEHonor 50Honor 50 Pro #Honor50 pic.twitter.com/UbUXNALiiz

Since the HONOR 50 Pro being the flagship model will be sporting a Snapdragon 788G chipset, the HONOR 50 may be equipped with a Dimensity 1200 processor, we are also expecting the HONOR 50 SE to be coming in with a MediaTek chipset too as it is consider the lite or entry level device in the series.

With that said, there is still no other official information on the tech specs and release date yet, so take this with a pinch of salt and stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com.


HONOR will be revealing the X20 Max and Watch GS3 next month!

There were plenty of rumours about the HONOR X20 Max before it is launches. Here, we spotted the X20 Max and Watch GS3 will be revealed next month, and below will be the tech specs leaks of the X20 Max.

According to sources, the smartphone will feature a 7.2-inch FHD+ display that supports a 120Hz refresh rate. Besides that, it is expected to sport a MediaTek Dimensity 1100 chipset and a 6000mAh battery. As for the camera, it may come with a triple rear camera with 64MP (main camera) + 2MP (depth sensor) + 2MP (macro lens). On the other hand, the device expects to come with two memory configurations which are 6GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB.

Other than that, the devices may hit on the shelves on 11 November (Double 11 - Chinese Gingle's Day Sale). Do you want the X20 Max and Watch GS3 to come to Malaysia? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


HORI launching Pikachu-themed Switch gaming peripherals in July 2020

In the land of the rising sun, there is a well-known Japanese game peripheral brand called HORI and they have just recently come up with 12 different Pikachu-themed gaming peripherals for the Nintendo Switch. There are two versions of this based on white and black, one is called Pikachu POP which uses white and yellow while the latter, Pikachu COOL is all black and yellow.  Since there are two versions, that means there are 6 for each version. The POP and COOL version mirror each other but with opposite colours, the products include a wireless controller, in-ear headphones, over-ear headphones, an aluminium Switch protective casing, a normal Switch protective casing, and a Switch Lite TPU protective casing. Check out the renders below!

While these cool gaming peripherals aren't available in Malaysia, you can still have them shipped over to your doorstep. You can visit HORI's official website here and check the pricing and details of each item. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


HP 8 tablet officially announced, another Apple iPad mini clone has appeared

If you can't beat them, then join them seems to be the saying many tablet makers are going for as they strive to overtake the Apple iPad tablets. Following that, HP have announced the HP 8, which is a 7.85-inch display tablet that looks exactly like the first Apple iPad mini. Having bought one of these clones myself already I can't help but wonder if everyone is getting the same aluminum unibody shell from the same supplier as the Apple iPad mini because everything looks nearly the same. Perhaps the iPad mini may have a bit more chrome trim but the design is nearly identical. Tech specs are the same in some aspects as well including the aforementioned 7.85-inch IPS display, which has a 1024 x 768 pixel resolution.

Other tech specs include a quad-core Allwinner ARM-based processor, 1GB RAM, 16GB storage + up to 32GB microSD, 2MP rear camera, 0.3MP front camera, 3800 mAh battery and Android 4.2.2. Pricing for the HP 8 is just $169.99 (RM558) but there is a lot of other competition in that price range. Acer's own iPad mini clone, the A1-830 is also around that price point but packs an Intel Atom processor. The amount of choices will be great for users, as regardless of which brand or tech specs you choose, you'll still end up with a good-looking aluminum unibody tablet.[Source]


HP Chromebook x360 11 G3 Malaysia release: a foldable laptop at a price of RM1299 for a limited time

It doesn't take a rock scientist to figure out that a laptop is a necessity for working and studying from home nowadays. However, laptops can be quite expensive if compared with a phone and not everyone can afford them. That said, HP Malaysia just released the HP Chromebook x360 11 G3 at the price of RM1299 for a limited time (RRP RM1499).

Designed in mind for teachers and students to stay connected during the pandemic, this Chromebook runs on Chrome OS by Google which they can utilize the entire Google ecosystem. Powered by an Intel Celeron multi-core processor, it also has a damage-resistant touchscreen and the optional active HP Wacom EMR pen.

Equipped with a 360-degree hinge, it allows the students to have to learn in interactive and personalised ways. This includes them to flip and fold the device to create, edit, write and draw in four modes: laptop, tablet, tent, or stand. To attend online classes, there is an integrated HD camera and an optional 5MP webcam.

On top of that, it was also designed to survive a fall off a desk as well as accidental water splashes. Teachers will be able to take control and manage student interactions with HP Classroom Manager and finally, for connectivity, HP integrated an Extended Range Wireless LAN if there are multiple people working and learning from home, or together at school.

As aforementioned, the HP Chromebook x360 G3 11 is available now, starting at RM1499. For a limited time only, the product is retailing at RM1,299. In addition, consumers can opt for a 12-month instalment, as low as RM108.25/month via e-commerce platforms like Lazada and Shopee, or HP Online Store. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


AMD will launch Zen 3 CPUs and RDNA 2 GPUs in October 2020

Have you been waiting for new PC components before deciding on what to buy? Well, it looks like the wait is over for AMD fans as the company has confirmed that new products will be coming soon. The Zen 3 CPUs will be unveiled on 8 October 2020, while the RDNA2-based GPUs will be announced on 28 October 2020.

In the first announced by AMD CEO Lisu Su, we can see that the AMD Ryzen 4000 series desktop CPUs will feature a three-chiplet die. It consists off two CCDs (Core Complex Die), which can fit up to eight CPU cores and 16 threads, and one I/O chiplet. This would mean that at least one of AMD's top-end Zen 3 CPU will be a 16-core and 32-thread part. Of course, we can expect faster clock speeds with the new Ryzen 4000 series.

It's going to be an exciting fall for gamers... time to start a new journey with @AMDRyzen Zen3 and @Radeon RDNA2 pic.twitter.com/O9SXvLo4y0

AMD #RDNA2 architecture and Radeon RX 6000 Series graphics cards will bring the best of Radeon to gamers worldwide. Learn more October 28. pic.twitter.com/CZJRxTBe6m

As for the second announcement, it confirms that the RDNA2-based GPUs will be marketed as Radeon RX 6000 series graphics cards. An early sample of the card was allegedly leaked online too. According to the source, this Big Navi GPU has 16GB of GDDR6 VRAM from Samsung and a 256-bit bus interface. That would mean it has more VRAM than the recently announced Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080.

So, anyone excited for the new AMD parts? Or would you settle for a next-gen console for your future gaming needs? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more AMD updates.


HP Create Ecosystem sees addition of 2 laptops and 1 printer in Malaysia

A computer being central for work environments, but there are also plenty of other devices we typically need for work. With that in mind, HP has decided to add three new products to its Create Ecosystem. This includes the ZBook Create series and Envy x360 laptops, as well as the Deskjet Plus Ink Advantage 6000 series printer.

First, let's take a look at the ZBook Create series. HP claims that it is currently the world's smallest 15-inch laptop, one capable of creative tasks and gaming. It has a 10th Gen Intel Core CPU, Nvidia GeForce RTX 2000 series GPU, 32GB DDR4 RAM, and up to 512GB of SSD storage. There's also a 15.6-inch DreamColor display, 83Wh battery (up to 17.5 hours), and excellent thermals that keep the laptop from throttling.

Next, there's the AMD-powered Envy x360. Specifically, this new model will come with the latest AMD Ryzen 4500U CPU, integrated Radeon Vega GPU, 8GB DDR4 RAM, and 512GB SSD storage. It'll also have a 13.3-inch touch display, HP Stylus Pen, and reduced touch latency.

Then there's the HP DeskJet Plus Ink Advantage 6000 series printers, which deliver vibrant colours at a max resolution of 4800 x 1200 and 1200 x 1200 in black and white. It's a functional printer with a sleek white look that won't look out of place in the office or at home. What's handy is that you can use the HP Smart App to easily print files from your phone.

For the Zbook series, both the Zbook Studio and ZBook Create are available now with prices starting from RM11236. The Envy x360 2020 is also now available from RM3799, while the price for the printers starts from RM459. Also, you'll get free Microsoft Office Home/Student 2019 if you purchase the Envy x360 2020, which is useful if you want to save on subscription cost.

In our opinion, the new laptops are highlights for more people. But what did you think about them? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


HP ENVY x360 review - A good notebook for creative content creators

Welcome back to another laptop review and this time around, we are looking at another lightweight notebook that may just catch your attention. Introducing the HP ENVY x360, featuring up to AMD Radeon Vega 8 graphics cards, a flexible hinge and an actual touch screen display that's perfect for users who use the stylus a lot. The starting price is a fairly affordably RM3347. After using it for a month or so, I must say that I did enjoy using it but read on to know how the ENVY x360 notebook fared.

Starting with the exterior design, the Envy x360 is as sleek as it looks from the marketing images. When it's on your hands, you'd feel like a premium user and not only that, it's also compact enough that I just love bringing it around to events to do my work. To give you a good picture, you can barely feel anything after you put this into your backpack and it's a lifesaver to lessen the weight.. In fact, the notebook has been passed around between me and my colleague for events because of that very reason.

The overall look of the notebook and the HP Active Pen

The backview and cover design, very simple

The keyboard layout has a backlight, while speakers grills are just directly above

Besides the compact factor (#like), the notebook has a pretty straightforward design for the ports. It has 2 USB Type-A ports, 1 USB Type-C, adapter plug, a microSD card reader, audio jack, power button and even a volume button that's rarely seen on the side. There's one thing missing, though, which is an HDMI port that I often use but oh well, I guess there's not enough space and perhaps it's not meant to be a desktop replacement unit.

Here are the tech specs of the HP ENVY x360:

There are two ENVY x360 models, the lesser variant sports an AMD Ryzen 3 2300U processor and AMD Radeon Vega 3 graphics, while the other one is using an AMD Ryzen 5 2500U Quad-Core processor and AMD Radeon Vega 8 Graphics. That's literally the only difference between the two and it's really more than enough for anyone to get their work done, even in creating content via video editing or graphics work.

One of the most obvious features of this notebook is the flexibility to turn into four modes when working on it, thanks to the hinge. You have the typical laptop mode, as well as tent mode, tablet mode and stand mode for different situations. This feature has been around for quite a while now, so it doesn't take a rocket scientist to know how useful this is.

Tablet mode is perfect so slouching on the couch

On the other hand, the HP Active Pen is a nice addition and even more so for designers. Good thing that you don't need to purchase this as it's already provided within the box. However, at this point of publishing, we still have no idea what the buttons on the stylus can do. It's said that to customize the side buttons, you need to install a HP Pen Controller software but even after installing it from the Microsoft Store, it crashes. I didn't use the stylus as much as I should, but it's only because of the nature of my job. Anyway, HP better fix this with a software update soon.

Other honourable mentions feature-wise, are the HP Sure View for privacy purpose. It is a simple feature that allows the screen panel to appear dark except to you by just pressing F1. I also think that even without turning on the HP Sure View feature, it's a bit hard to see from the side because the screen panel itself is so reflective, even from the front. That said, it's best to watch videos in a dark or low-light environment.

As mentioned earlier, the ENVY x360 is pretty good for working particularly in creating content in video or images. But does it apply to games as well? It's packing up to AMD Radeon Vega 8 Graphics and has 8GB of RAM after all. Well, that's both yes and no. Yes, you can play some light games and no, you cannot play graphic-demanding games. In fact, I won't recommend you playing any games at all because when you do, the fan gets really loud and the notebook will be quite heaty.

The PCMark scored 2704 points with AMD Ryzen 5 2500U Quad-Core Processor and AMD Radeon Vega 8 Graphics

3DMark scored 1636 points with AMD Ryzen 5 2500U Quad-Core Processor and AMD Radeon Vega 8 Graphics

Speaking of the noisy fan, it comes out whenever you're doing any kind of heavy work and that can be quite annoying, even if you're playing light games. According to the review section at HP's website, there's supposed to be a software update that deals with the noisy fan but I didn't get any at this time of posting. I guess you can contact their technical support to find the update.

Aside from not being a fan of the noisy fan, the video playback experience is excellent. Together with the Bang & Olufsen audio system on its quad-speaker and the notebook flexibility, watching your movies or TV drama series anywhere from the couch has never been so easy. Laying down on my tummy, check. Watching while standing, check. You get the picture. .

Tried playing League of Legends, it's playable but the notebook gets hot and the fan is loud

This is Apex Legends, the screenshot looks nice but it's barely playable even on the lowest settings

On the battery life, it's durable enough to last more than a day or two depending on how you use it. I didn't find myself constantly charging most of the time and with the HP Fast Charge, I'd say it's quite commendable for a laptop. It takes at least one and a half hours to fully recharge.

HP ENVY x360 is a pretty good notebook and it's not just me, but some of the TechNave writers also like it for good reason. Exquisite and sleek design, flexible modes, good for media content work, great battery life and good for entertainment in terms of video playbacks. Despite the lack of a HDMI port, not being very gaming friendly and being unable to utilize the HP Active Pen buttons, the overall experience is still well worth considering from a starting price of RM3347.

Since it's marketed for content creators in mind, the only recent notebook that's also similar to the ENVY x360 is the Lenovo Yoga C930 which starts from RM5439. There's a reason for that hefty price tag, though, as it can go up to 8th Generation Intel Core i7 processors with Intel HD Graphics 620, up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB PCIe SSD, a slightly bigger display of 13.9-inch and it's pretty lightweight too at 1.38kg. So if you want more horsepower, then you might consider the latter.

That's all about the HP ENVY x360. If you're interested in getting one, HP Malaysia is currently giving away a free HP 15.6 Backpack (worth RM35) and there's an on-going promotion with RM150 off too on its website. Stay tuned for more tech gadget reviews at TechNave.com.


HP Elite Folio and Elite Wireless Earbuds release: SD 8cx Gen 2 5G processor, up to 24.5-hour battery life

At CES 2021, HP has introduced a few products and one of them is the HP Elite Folio. First of all, it is a convertible laptop that comes with an ARM CPU. It also features a touch-display that allows users to work in different modes like turning it into a tablet. Now, let's find out the other tech specs and features that the latest HP laptop has for us!

The Elite Folio has a 13.5-inch 3:2 1920 x 1280 display and can be configured with up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. Under the hood, there is Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 processor paired with X20 and X55 modems for LTE and 5G connectivity. It also has two USB-C 3.2 ports and a headphone jack. For battery life, HP claims that it can last up to 24.5 hours when watching locally stored video files.

Other than the laptop, the company has also launched the HP Elite Wireless Earbuds that have personalized audio tuning, active noise cancellation and sound situation presets. It will also enable the users to switch between a video call and music instantly by featuring a seamless connection switching between devices through their Windows 10, iOS, or Android app.

At the moment, it is unclear when these products are coming to Malaysia but we will let you know as soon as we receive any updates. For now, stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest tech product launches.


HP Elite x3 lands in Malaysia as next-gen mobility business platform for RM3599

Bruce Howe (second right), General Manager, Consumer Channel Group, Microsoft Malaysia; Daren Ng (centre right), Head of Mobility, HP Asia Pacific and Japan; Kym Lim (centre left), HP Malaysia Managing Director and a HP Executive with models beside showcasing the HP Elite x3

Today, HP Malaysia is proud to bring in and present the HP Elite x3 into the Malaysia market at a starting price of RM3599, it's currently available all across the nation from this month onwards. The Elite x3 is one of a kind and a breakthrough solution that is revolutionising mobile computing experience, as it was designed to be as versatile as it can be providing mobility of where and how we work. Below is the official specifications:

With a business model built in mind, it's able to deliver working productivity through the usage in a phablet format, laptop and even desktop. By utilising Continuum in Windows 10, the Elite x3 offer a multi-screen transition between a phone and a desktop PC scenario effortlessly. Users can also dock the phone with its ecosystem of accessories to render desktop and laptop productivity experiences while also retaining productivity on-the-go in a world-class premium and commercial-grade phablet.

Daren Ng demonstrating the Elite x3 on the Lap Dock

"As business mobility is becoming more and more critical, the versatility and reliability of this device will be an industry benchmark," said Daren Ng. "HP believes that as the business evolves, devices need to adapt to changes that enable mobilised workflows and the HP Elite x3 is designed to meet this exact demand. We are confident that the HP Elite x3 will be the right choice of mobile business device for the new age workforce." he added.

To add on to that, the phone also utilises biometrics to unlock the device with the technology of both iris and fingerprint scanner; as well as a Desk/Lap Dock to create a full featured desktop/laptop experience for the Elite x3 connected via USB Type-C.

The back side showing the 16MP camera and fingerprint sensor

The right side with the power/volume button, left side is wher the dual SIM slot is

For more information about the device, kindly visit www.hp.com.my/elitex3 to check it out, or call 1800-88-4889 for further enquiries.


HP Elite x3 smartphone is fully featured Continuum phone, switches to desktop and laptop with ease

HP have officially announced the HP Elite x3 for MWC 2016. While packing plenty of the latest tech specs like the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor, its main feature appears to be full support for Microsoft Windows 10 Continuum. Featuring the Desk Dock, which when connected with a monitor (and mouse and keyboard), instantly works like a desktop and the HP Mobile Extender, which is a 12.5-inch HD laptop that connects wirelessly to the Elite x3 (can anyone say ASUS PadFone S?) the smartphone is wholly aimed at business users on the go. Coming with an iris scanner and fingerprint scanner, the only thing it seems to be missing is a projector or laser keyboard. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet but you can check out the full tech specs below:


HP Malaysia "Ini Rayaku bersama HP" event rewards winners with RM50000 worth of prizes

Frankie Chan, Business Director for PC Category, HP PPS Sales Sdn Bhd presenting Mohd Al-Zikry bin Awallul Aznam and his family with the 50” LED LCD TV at the HP “Ini Rayaku bersama HP” open house

Just yesterday, HP celebrated Hari Raya Aidilfitri by organising a ‘Ini Rayaku Bersama HP’ campaign. The purpose of the event is to give out prizes worth up to RM50000 in total value to 19 families, to spread the Raya cheer and join fellow Malaysians in celebration of Hari Raya Aidilfitri.

Managing Director for HP PPS Sales Sdn Bhd, Malaysia, Ms. Kym Lim, commented “The ‘Ini Rayaku bersama HP’ promotional campaign is part of HP’s efforts to join fellow Malaysians in celebration. We hope that our fellow Muslims took chance of this opportune time to strengthen bonds with relatives and friends and rejoice in the festivity together as this is definitely worth the time spent! We will be organizing similar campaigns in the near future so do stay tuned for further info!”

Mohd Al-Zikry Bin Awallul Aznam, 31 was named the Grand Prize Winner for the ‘Ini Rayaku Bersama HP’ campaign contest, walking away with a Raya open house sponsored by HP and a 50-inch LED LCD TV valued at RM20000. Sinar FM radio deejays, Salih Yaakob and Feeya Iskandar both made a special appearance at the Raya open house celebration, adding on to the already joyous occasion.

Zikry said he was excited and happy to have shared this meaningful moment with his relatives and friends in celebrating Raya and their son’s fifth birthday. “It was really unexpected! I have never won anything big in my life so I am really, really happy to have won the grand prize! Plus, it’s a double celebration for us because it is also my son’s birthday today!”

The other 18 weekly winners also had smiles on their faces and in their hearts, as they each walked away with home appliance prizes. 57 year old Zaini Bin Shuib, who won a washing machine, said that he felt grateful to have won and hope to see more of such campaigns from HP in the near future.

Throughout the month of June and July, customers who purchased a minimum worth of RM300 of selected HP PC products were entitled to participate in the contest. The winners were shortlisted from a call-in game with Sinar FM during the six-week campaign.  For further information please log on to HP Malaysia’s official Facebook page, or call 1800-88-4889.


HP Malaysia releases new gaming OMEN desktop and laptops starting from RM4499

Today, HP PPS Sales Sdn Bhd has launched a new OMEN by HP line gaming laptops and desktop in Malaysia. For the laptop lineup, there is the new OMEN 15 Notebook and OMEN 17 Notebook for RM4499 or RM5999 respectively, while the OMEN Desktop is on sale for RM5999 only. All three products are available in Malaysia nationwide in their retail stores and online shop. In addition, they are also announcing a new OMEN by HP tournament commencing from 20 July - 28 July 2017 featuring DotA 2 with RM10,000 for the first prize.

The new OMEN Desktop is not just your typical gaming PC but advanced thermal engineering with access to industry standard parts for easy upgradeability, allowing gamers to accommodate new hardware combinations. On its own, it features a dual NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti (SLi) or dual Radeon RX 580 (Crossfire), 7th Gen Intel COre i5/i7 CPU with unlocking options for overclocking.

The top is where all the ports are hanging out

The grip for carrying the desktop around

Moving on, the OMEN 15 and OMEN 17 roughly looks the same except on the screen size and the latter having higher frame rates on the latest AAA games. Both gaming laptops are VR-ready and the OMEN 15 possesses a 7th Gen Intel Core + GPU up to Radeon RX 550 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 with Max Q design. The OMEN 17, on the other hand, can be configured with up to NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 or Radeon RX 580. Like the OMEN Desktop, the HDD, SSD, and RAM are upgradable.

Finally, about the upcoming OMEN by HP tournament, HP Malaysia is hosting the event and they are catering up to 256 teams nationwide to battle it out to reach the finals on 12 August 2017. Four teams will stand a chance to win prizes from a pool of RM20,000 - detailed breakdown as follows:

For more details on the OMEN laptops, desktop and the tournament. Click either of the links below to find out more.


HP OMEN 15 Laptop and 25L Desktop PC released: Up to Ryzen 7 processor, Up to RTX 30 series GPU from RM3899

HP Malaysia has officially unveiled the HP OMEN 25L desktop PC, as well as the HP OMEN 15 gaming laptop from the price of RM6899 and RM3899 respectively. Both the products will be available for purchase at HP’s official website and selected e-commerce websites such as Lazada or Shopee.

In terms of the tech specs, the HP OMEN 25L desktop PC comes equipped with up to a Ryzen 7 processor, as well as an Nvidia RTX 30 series graphics card. But that’s not all, the chassis of the desktop allows you to easily access the internals to upgrade the internal components and more.

As for the HP OMEN 15 gaming laptop, it has up to a Ryzen 4000 H series processor, as well as an RTX 2060 GPU which powers the 15-inch 144Hz FHD display. If you’re keen on finding out more information, head over to HP’s official website.

Would you be interested in getting any products from HP? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


HP OMEN 15 and Pavilion 15 Gaming Malaysia release: up to 10th gen Intel Core i7 CPU, RTX 2070 Super GPU from RM3989

HP Malaysia has officially announced that the HP OMEN 15 gaming laptop has been unveiled in Malaysia, and it starts from the price of RM4439. But that’s not all, HP also unveiled the HP Pavilion Gaming 15 Laptop as well which starts from the price of RM3989.

In terms of the tech specs, the HP OMEN 15 comes equipped with tech specs such as up to a 10th gen Intel Core i7 processor, Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 Super with MAX-Q Design, and a 15.6-inch display with up to 300Hz refresh rate. As for the Pavilion Gaming 15, it comes with the same 10th Gen Intel Core i7 processor, GeForce GTX 1660Ti GPU, as well as a 15.6-inch display with up to 144Hz display.

For those who purchased the OMEN 15 laptop will be eligible for a free e-Wallet voucher worth RM100, while those who purchased the HP Pavilion Gaming 15 will get an RM80 e-Wallet voucher. Those interested can get their hands on the laptops via HP’s official website or via e-commerce websites including Lazada and Shopee.

Other than the laptops, HP also unveiled the OMEN 27i Gaming monitor at the price of RM1799 and the HP Citadel Gaming chair at the price of RM1399 which can be purchased from the aforementioned platforms. If you want to find out more information, head over to HP’s official website.

Would you be interested in getting any of the HP products mentioned above? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


HP OMEN 16 Malaysia release: upgraded with the latest Intel/AMD Ryzen 9 processors, starting from RM7599

It's been a while since there was any news about HP OMEN. This time around, HP Malaysia just released a new OMEN 16 version with the latest Intel or AMD Ryzen 9 processors. The AMD model is available for purchase now for a starting price of RM7599, whereas the Intel version starts from RM7799.

So what's new? Well, HP Malaysia said the thermals in the OMEN 16 have been revamped with an additional fifth heat pipe to keep the gaming laptop cooler. The company claimed that the new upgrade contributed a -3% GPU hinge and -14% bottom SSD temperature while also running 5% quieter compared to the last gen.

On paper, this should complement the OMEN 16's NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPU and the latest MAX Q technologies or AMD Ryzen RX 6650M, also not forgetting, Intel Core i7-12700H series processor or AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX Mobile Processors. The memory configuration is with up to 32GB DDR5 4800 MHz and with up to 2TB PCIe Gen4x4 SSD.

Moreover, the 16-inch IPS panel supports up to QHD 165Hz with 3ms response time and 100% sRGB. It's also equipped with low blue light and an Eyesafe display certified by TÜV Rheinland. As usual, you can configure the keyboard's RGB lighting with OMEN Gaming Hub Light Studio. Speaking of the gaming hub, gamers can monitor the OMEN Dynamic Power within OMEN Gaming Hub to real-time CPU and GPU capacity and dynamically allocate power between the two.

The OMEN 16 can now be purchased by Malaysians on the official HP Online Store and through Shopee and Lazada. Plus, HP Malaysia has sent out an HP Gaming Truck around Klang Valley, Johor and Penang. Under the theme #PlaytoProgress, the truck is equipped with the latest HP OMEN and Victus laptops and accessories.

The HP Gaming Truck is roaming around until the end of October 2022, whereby gamers can join the #HPGameOn9 Challenge in either CS: GO, DOTA 2, PUBG or Valorant for a chance to win amazing prizes, including a brand new Victus 16. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


[18SX] These sex toys in Pokemon and Avengers theme could appear at the CES next year

"Are you kidding me?" This is what you're probably thinking after reading the title. Well, nope, we are not kidding and this is something we found online. Someone has been taking advantage of the Pokemon and Avengers franchise, making a bunch of tailor-made sex toys collection.

Designed by artist Sarmai and an Australian couple, Emma and John, they used Pikachu along with the three Gen-1 starters (Charmander, Bulbasaur and Squirtle), as well as some of the original Avengers members (Captain America, Iron Man, Thor) and gave them "personality". I know, it's super weird but if you're interested, take a look at them below.

It says silicone, meaning it won't break easily just like Capt's shield LOL

I can't believe we wrote this, but oh well

By the way, the source also said that the annual CES exhibition will allow sex toys to win awards and have given the permit for those products to appear in CES next year. I guess this explains the horny couple and artist's involvement with the sex toys (lol). Also, yes you can also find them on Lazada and Shopee too just in case you're wondering. Stay tuned for more weird tech news at TechNave.com.


AOKZOE A1 Pro launching in May 2023, comes with high-end specs like AMD Ryzen 7 7840U APU

Handheld gaming consoles seems to be the trending topic now. Not long after ASUS confirmed that the ROG Ally would be coming soon, more have been announced by other companies. One of them is the AOKZOE A1 Pro, which is also expected to launch in May 2023.

According to Wccftech, the AOKZOE A1 Pro is the world's first gaming handheld with one of AMD's latest 4nm APU. Specifically, the Zen 4-based Ryzen 7 7840U. This APU comes with an 8-core 16-thread CPU that can clock up to 5.1GHz, plus a Radeon 780M integrated GPU with 12 Compute Units and can run up to 2200MHz. Interestingly, the recently announced AMD Z1 Extreme also has an 8-core 16-thread CPU and a 12CU iGPU. As such, we can expect them to be comparable.

Besides the APU, the AOKZOE A1 Pro sports an 8-inch Full HD IPS display. It's not a fancy AMOLED display and will only support 60Hz of refresh rate. But unless you're an FPS or racing game enthusiast, 60Hz should be good enough. You also get plenty of of up 64GB of LPDDR5X RAM and up to 2TB of storage, assuming you're willing to pay for the extra premium.

AOKZOE plans to launch the product on 30 April 2023 (tomorrow) via Indiegogo, and will be offering the base model at USD799 (~RM3564). For reference, the retail price is USD999 (~RM4456). So, which gaming handheld do you think is better? ROG Ally or this one? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about it.


HP Omen 16 & 17 release: Ryzen 9 CPU, Radeon RX 6000M GPU, and 165Hz refresh rate from ~RM4351

Any fans of HP laptops here? Yesterday, the latest HP Omen 16 and Omen 17 models for this year have been announced. These two new gaming laptops have been unveiled for the US market and they look pretty good.

According to Wccftech, the HP Omen 16 comes with Intel and AMD variants. The Intel variant has up to an Intel Core i7-11800H CPU and GeForce RTX 3070 GPU. On the other hand, the AMD variant has up to an AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX CPU and AMD Radeon RX 6000M series GPU. Both variants will have up to 32GB of DDR4 RAM (3200MHz), a 512GB NVMe SSD, and a 16.1-inch QHD display with a 165Hz refresh rate.

Then there's the HP Omen 17, which only comes with Intel components. This 17-inch model packs an 11th Gen Intel CPU of up to Core i9-11900H and an Nvidia GPU of up to GeForce RTX 3080. It will also come with up to 32GB of DDR4-3200 RAM and up to 512GB of NVMe SSD. As for the display, it's a 17.3-inch panel with two options available - QHD with 165Hz refresh rate and FHD with 144Hz refresh rate.

Since HP has a strong presence in Malaysia, we can expect these two new gaming laptops to be available here eventually. At an estimated USD 1049.99 (~RM4351) and USD 1369.99 (~RM5677), the prices are reasonable too. But would you buy these once they launch here? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more tech news.


HP Pavilion laptops are the company's first to receive the 11th-gen Intel chip upgrade

HP has unveiled their first laptops that feature 11th-generation Intel Core processors with Iris XE graphics today. Not only that, but the new Pavilion lineup will also be the company's first laptops (together with Elite Dragonfly) to be made by using post-consumer-recycled and “ocean-bound” plastics. Now, let's take a look at what the new Pavilion laptops have to offer.

The new HP Pavilion laptops will be coming in three sizes including 13-inch, 14-inch, and 15-inch. All the models now have 3D metal chassis that allows them to give off a cleaner look and feel. The size of the bezels on the HP Pavilion 15 has been reduced as well to bring an 86 percent screen-to-body ratio. They will also come with a new cooling fan design that delivers a 27 percent airflow increase and a 16 percent reduction in noise.

After talking about the design, let's move on to the tech specs. Other than the latest Intel Xe graphics, consumers can go with the NVIDIA GeForce MX450 graphics for the Pavilion 14 and 15 models. If you prefer AMD over Intel, the Pavilion 15 will be available with Ryzen 4000-series processors too. For battery life, HP promised that the laptops can last for around 8.5 hours. They can also be charged up to 50 percent in just 45 minutes.

The other performance features will include dual-channel memory designs, WiFi 6 connectivity, Optane memory, SSDs up to 1 TB and USB-C with data, display and power deliver (PD). The 14- and 15-inch models will also come with SD card slots. For the price, the HP Pavilion 13 comes with 1080p or 4K Ultra HD panels and the price starts at 680 USD (~RM2,811). Meanwhile, the Pavilion 14 and 15 will have either 720p or 1080p panels and start at 580 USD (~RM2,398) and 600 USD (~RM2,480) respectively.

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


HP Prime Graphing Calculator: Looks like a Smartphone and even has Touchscreen and Apps

Smartphones have come a long way in so little time, so much so that their design are also influencing devices completely outside of their scope. One of these devices is the HP Prime, a scientific graphing calculator which looks alarmingly similar to a smartphone and even packs in a 3.5-inch colour touchscreen with brushed metal chassis and removable li-ion battery. Apps for more functionalityWhile it definitely looks good, the HP Prime also packs in various apps for quick and easy access to problem solving solutions that would have normally taken a slide rule and quite a few pieces of paper to go through. The HP Prime still has all the standard buttons you'd normally find on a scientific calculator but the apps add on a whole new level of functionality while the colour touchscreen makes it look good doing so.No Angry Birds or Tetris... yetFor now the HP Prime is still very much what it is, a scientific calculator. You can't send emails or play games on it yet. In due time apps for games may appear but for now, the touchscreen and additional app capabilities make it a step above all the other scientific calculators out there. No pricing or exact release details just yet but it should be released soon.

Hp's Prime Scientific Graphing Calculator in action


HP Slate7 Plus, Slate7 Extreme and Slate8 Pro officially announced with pricing

HP's Slate Android tablets were just recently announced and include the HP Slate7 Plus, HP Slate7 Extreme and HP Slate8 Pro along with pricing for each tablet. The HP Slate7 Plus is priced at $149.99 (RM484) while the HP Slate7 Extreme goes for $199.99 (RM644). The 8-inch display HP Slate8 Pro on the other hand is going for $329.99 (RM1062). Tech specs for the 3 HP Slate tablets are quite impressive and include:

For now the Slate7 Extreme is out of stock but you can get the other two. Check out the videos below:

The HP Slate7 Plus highlight video

The HP Slate7 Extreme seems more for the gamers, or at least according to this video

Check out the HP Slate 8 Pro


HP Spectre x360 14 Malaysia release: 11th Gen Intel Core and AI features from RM6099

According to HP Malaysia, the HP Spectre x360 14 has been designed for content creators and is powered by 11th Gen Intel Core processors and Microsoft Windows 10. Launched today from RM6099, the Spectre x360 14 maintains the usual gold-like trim on the sides and an angular “gem-cut” cover and back near the shiny hinges.

These hinges let you flip the screen over to the back, so the Spectre X360 14 can go into tent and tablet modes. You can also use the rechargeable HP stylus pen that you can attach magnetically to draw and annotate.

In terms of features, the Spectre x360 14 boasts various Intelligent and AI-based features such as faster activation after opening the lid, automatic colour control based on surroundings and AI Noise removal for clearer audio during video calls. There’s also an automatic privacy shield and longer lasting battery life. The laptop also supports WiFi 6 and comes with 1x SD Card reader, 2x Thunderbolt 4 with USB4 Type C and 1 SuperSpeed USB Type-A.

In addition, HP Malaysia are also holding a giveaway that ends on 27 January 2021 at 11.59pm. Just check out their video at their FB page for details, share it and then fill up the google form for a chance to get 1 unit x brand new HP Spectre, 1 x Smart Desk from Woody Lab and 3 x HP Portable Headset 500.

So, are you interested in getting the new HP Spectre x360 14? What do you intend to do with it? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com


HP Spectre x360 & Envy 16 Malaysia release: 12th Gen Intel Core i7, priced at RM7199 & RM6999 respectively

It's been a while since we heard of HP Malaysia. The last one was opening a new Experience Hub store in Pavilion Bukit Jalil which is one of a kind. Now, there is a new HP Spectre x360 and HP Envy 16 laptops from a starting price of RM6999.

For starters, the Spectre x360 features a 4K OLED 13.5-inch display as well as a 120Hz refresh rate for your visual pleasure. It also functions as a convertible touch display where you can pinch-to-zoom, double tap and so on like on your phone. Not surprisingly, the laptop also features the latest 12th Gen Intel Core i7 processor and Intel Evo Platform.

On the other hand, the Envy 16 laptop also has the same 12th Gen Intel Core i7 processor but coupled with up to Intel Arc Graphics or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 GPU. Although it has a large 16-inch display, the laptop weighs only at 2.35kg so that's something. There are a couple of Thunderbolt 4 Type C ports on both laptops, but only the Envy 16 has an HDMI 2.1 port.

HP Malaysia didn't say much about the memory configurations but they are available for purchase now. The Spectre x360 costs RM7199 whereas the Envy 16 is priced at RM6999. If you purchase either one of them now, you can get freebies worth up to RM1500 which include an HP monitor display, a dual-mode mouse, a wireless headset, Touch 'n Go eWallet, Kaspersky Internet Security and Pre-installed Windows and Office 2021.

For more information, you may visit the hyperlinks given below. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


HP TouchPad Review

Now, the world's largest PC maker, Hewlett-Packard, is entering the fray. It will start selling the HP TouchPad, a 10-inch tablet with a slick, distinctive software interface. I've been testing the TouchPad for about a week and, in my view, despite its attractive and different user interface, this first version is simply no match for the iPad. It suffers from poor battery life, a paucity of apps and other deficits. The TouchPad comes in two versions, with 16 or 32 gigabytes of storage and, at launch, offers only Wi-Fi connectivity, though a model with a cellular data option is planned.

Instead of a screen full of app icons, the main screen of the TouchPad's operating system, called webOS, presents running apps as "cards"—large, live rectangles that you scroll through in a horizontal row. When you tap a card, it fills the screen and is ready to use. To minimize it, you just swipe up on the bezel surrounding the screen. A second swipe takes you to a screen from which you can launch or download a new app. To get rid of a card, you just flick it upward, and it disappears. Multiple cards can run in the background.And these cards are clever. For instance, the contacts and photo cards combine both local and online content, from sources like Google and Facebook; and cards with related functions, like an email message and an attachment you've opened, are stacked atop one another. You can make Skype video and audio calls directly from the messaging apps. And if you buy a forthcoming H-P webOS smartphone, you can link it to the tablet wirelessly, and send and receive voice calls and text messages from the tablet, or transfer a Web page from the phone by tapping the phone on the tablet.

But the tablet's hardware is bulbous and heavy compared with the iPad 2 or the svelte Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1, an Android tablet. Worse, it's missing some key features common on the other tablets, like a rear camera or even a camera app for taking videos and still pictures. It has a front camera that can be used only for video chats.

HP TouchPad - Battery:I found the TouchPad's battery life was only 60% that of the iPad 2. In my standard tablet battery test, where I set the screen brightness to 75%, keep the Wi-Fi connection active and play local videos back to back, the TouchPad lasted just 6 hours and 5 minutes, compared with 10 hours and 9 minutes for the iPad 2. H-P claims 9 hours of continuous video playback, but that's with Wi-Fi turned off. In mixed use, battery life was decent.

When H-P bought webOS a year ago this week as part of its purchase of the system's inventor, Palm, one hope was that the giant company's clout would attract lots of apps to the platform. But the TouchPad will launch with just 300 tablet-optimized apps and only 6,200 webOS apps overall, most written for phones and only 70% of which can run on the tablet, in a small, phone-size window that can't be expanded.HP TouchPad - Glitches:

I also ran into plenty of bugs in my tests. For instance, on various occasions, the email app failed to display the contents of messages, the photos app failed to display pictures, and the game "Angry Birds" crashed repeatedly. All of these problems required a reboot of the device to resolve. In addition, I found the TouchPad grew sluggish the more I used it. Again, a reboot was needed to restore normal speed.

The Web browser generally worked well, but Flash was uneven. Most Flash videos played fine, but some froze or stuttered badly, even on a fast Internet connection. A site written entirely in Flash wouldn't even load. After a few false starts in my tests, Skype video worked well. I even conducted a smooth 50-minute TouchPad-to-TouchPad video call with my friend.

The keyboard has five rows instead of the four on the iPad, which spares you from the iPad's tedious switching of keyboard layouts to, say, type numbers or exclamation points. And you can shrink or enlarge the keyboard, a nice touch.However, the TouchPad's auto-correct didn't insert the apostrophe in some common words, such as "don't" and "won't," slowing me down, and it lacks the common feature that inserts a period when you hit the space bar twice, a feature I missed constantly. Also, I found it much harder to correct words, because there is no magnifying glass or similar effect to help you precisely place the cursor.

Despite these problems, in many ways the TouchPad is a joy to use. Its new version of the operating system, webOS 3, was rebuilt with tablets in mind. For instance, the email app, which can combine numerous accounts, has three sliding panels—one listing accounts and mailboxes, another listing message headers and short previews and the last containing an email's contents.Wireless printing is built-in and worked well in my tests. The universal search function, called Just Type, works with just about every feature and app on the TouchPad. You can even type in a status message and send it to Facebook. Notifications and common settings like Wi-Fi connections are handled discreetly and easily accessed via drop-down icons at the top of the screen.

The HP TouchPad is up against some serious challengers in its bid to become the titan of tablets. It has some mighty weapons at its disposal, in the form of an attractive user interface, top-notch speakers, and a cracking Web browser. But it will suffer some mortal wounds due to its lack of apps, poor battery life, chubby plastic case and occasionally flaky software.

If you're not keen on apps and would rather stick to surfing the Web, the TouchPad could be a contender, thanks to its well-designed interface. But, if you're willing to get to grips with Android's more complicated interface, most Honeycomb tablets have more potential to thrill. For sheer design quality and app selection, the wafer-thin iPad 2 comes out on top.


HP Victus 16 Malaysia release: latest Intel/AMD Ryzen 7 processors, starting from RM3749

Over the years, a few computer brands have been releasing new gaming laptop series. Personally, the HP OMEN brand didn't really reach the heights compared with its competitors but there is a new series called Victus as a mid-range tier gaming laptop lineup.

Starting from 9.9, HP Malaysia just announced a new Victus 16 gaming laptop. Launching with OMEN Gaming Hub preinstalled, the Victus 16 is available with the latest Intel or up to AMD Ryzen 7 processors. The AMD model is slightly more expensive than the Intel model, with a starting price of RM4299 and RM3749 respectively.

Going deeper into the tech specs, the Victus 16 features a 16-inch display with up to FHD 144Hz that is supported by an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU 6 GB and AMD Radeon RX 680M. Then for the processors, it has an Intel Core i7-12700H series processor or 8-core AMD Ryzen 7 6800H Mobile Processor up to 32 GB DDR5-4800 MHz memory.

There is plenty of storage as well with a single SSD up to Gen4 1TB PCIe storage or Dual SSD supporting RAID 0 storage options as well as optional Intel Optane memory. HP Malaysia also highlighted the OMEN Gaming Hub that offers gamers to control Performance Mode, Network Booster, and System Vitals to help games run better. Additionally, there are features like Gallery, Rewards, Oasis Live, and OMEN Light Studio.

The Victus 16 can now be purchased by Malaysians on the official HP Online Store and through Shopee and Lazada. Plus, HP Malaysia has sent out an HP Gaming Truck around Klang Valley, Johor and Penang. Under the theme #PlaytoProgress, the truck is equipped with the latest HP OMEN and Victus laptops and accessories.

The HP Gaming Truck is roaming around until the end of October 2022, whereby gamers can join the #HPGameOn9 Challenge in either CS: GO, DOTA 2, PUBG or Valorant for a chance to win amazing prizes, including a brand new Victus 16. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


HP announces Chromebook 13 with Intel Core M processors

Computers comes in multiple forms, sizes and functions. Some are expensive, some are cheap, while others are either simple to use or geared to the hardcore enthusiast. The new HP Chromebook 13 looks to be a high-priced but simple to use computer. It uses the Intel Core M processor – the same processor in the new Apple Macbook, and starts from USD 450 (~RM 1700).

This Chromebook is a result of a design partnership with Intel, and the HP Chromebook 13 has the premium look from the get go. It comes with an anodized aluminium chassis, a high resolution 13.3 inch quad HD+ display, with a pixel count of 3200 x 1200 and is only 12.9mm thick. It is a cheaper Google Chromebook Pixel in all intends and purposes except the price.

According to HP, this is the first Chromebook to use the 6th generation Intel Core M processor, and it comes with all the bells and whistles that you expect it to have. This includes USB Type C connector for both data and charging, up to 16GB of RAM and has an optional USB-C dock that gives you extra ports for your use in the office.

There will be four models on offer – the lowest spec model comes with the Pentium 4405Y processor with 4GB of RAM, the USD599 (~RM2327) gets you the Core m3-6Y30 processor with 4GB of RAM, USD819 (~RM3182) gets you the Core m5-6Y57 with 8GB of RAM, and the top ranger is the US 1029 (~RM3998) which comes with the Core m7-6Y75 with 16GB of RAM. HP Malaysia has yet to indicate if the Chromebook 3 will be coming here, so stay tune to Technave for updated news on local availability status.


HP announces three new Pro Slate Android tablets and a Duet Stylus

HP unveiled three new tablets this Tuesday. The company has been making tablets for the past few years and looks to expand its lineup with the new HP Pro Slate 12, Pro Slate 8 and the Pro Slate 10 EE models. All the three models run on Google's Android platform. The Pro Slate 12, like the name suggests is the largest device of the three. It comes with a large 12.3-inch display with a disappointing resolution of 1600 x 1200. This translates to pixel density of just 163 ppi which is very low as compared to today's standards. The next model is the HP Pro Slate 8 which features an 8-inch screen. Interestingly, the resolution on this model is better than the former – 2048 x 1536 pixels, which comes to around 324 ppi. Both the models run on the same Snapdragon 800 processor with 2GB RAM inside. Finally, the third model of the lot is the new HP Pro Slate 10 EE. It comes with modest tech specs like an Intel Atom processor clocked at 1.3GHz, 1GB RAM and a 10-inch display featuring a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels. The first two models will be accompanied by the company's new HP Duet pen sporting a new ultra sonic sound technology which helps improve the precision of the stylus. As of now, no Malaysia release dates or pricing details have been revealed.


AORUS FI32U & FO48U release: 4K resolution, up to 144Hz refresh rate, and built-in speakers

As visuals in games improve, better PC hardware is being developed to keep up. It's also the other way around, kind of like a feedback loop. Anyway, this is why some people look for top-tier monitors, and GIGABYTE has some new ones available for gamers.

If you're looking for a new gaming monitor, you could check out GIGABYTE's AORUS FI32U and AORUS FO48U. The two new models were just announced in Taiwan tomorrow and come with some high-end features. This includes 4K resolution, high refresh rates, ergonomic adjustments, and more.

The FI32U looks like a typical gaming monitor with plenty of features

First, there's the AORUS FI32U. This is a 32-inch 4K monitor that comes with a max refresh rate of 144Hz, 1ms response time, and a 1000:1 contrast ratio. For something larger, there's the AORUS FO48U, which is a 48-inch 4K monitor that supports a refresh rate of 120Hz, 1ms response time, and a contrast ratio of a whopping 135000:1.

In terms of features, both models come with HDMI 2.1 support, VESA mounting, Black Equalizer 1.0, Flicker Free, and more. Obviously, the AORUS FO48U is the overall better model. While its refresh rate isn't as high, it uses an OLED panel so it has better colour saturation (98% DCI-P3) and black levels. It also has built-in speakers, which is great if you just want to plug in a gaming console and have it work right away.

The FO48U feels more like a TV than a gaming monitor

Currently, GIGABYTE hasn't announced the price and availability of the two monitors in Malaysia. However, the company does have a presence here, so we can probably expect it to launch here eventually. But would you be interested in getting one of them? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for further updates.


HP confirms Malaysia as one of the launch countries for Elite x3

There you go. HP just confirmed that Malaysia will be one of the 47 countries that will receive the HP Elite x3 when it launches… sometime this year. The upcoming flagship Windows 10 Phone from HP will be a full-featured device that will offer Continuum for the business movers on the go.

As a recap, the phone will have the following specs:

We have yet to receive any confirmation on the launch date, but the expected price for the device will be around USD 699 (~RM 2829). Stay tuned to TechNave for more information on the HP Elite x3.


HP is working with Teach For Home to provide laptops to students at this challenging time

As Movement Control Order (MCO) is still going on, all students are now doing e-learning at home in order to keep themselves safe. Some of them are fortunate enough to have access to technology products that can help them to continue learning, but we have to know that there are also students who don't have access to education as they do not have a proper tool to do it. To make the situation better, HP is now working with Teach For Malaysia, a non-profit organization to provide laptops for underprivileged students.

HP with Teach For Home will identify schools in Klang Valley that have a high population of underprivileged students and work with the school management to nominate students to receive an HP 14 laptop. They will be focusing on underprivileged students who are in the B40 community and HP has pledged to donate a total of 50 HP laptops to the organization. This is a good initiative to help the people whose privileges have been taken away at this challenging time.

A recent survey from the Ministry of Education has also shown that only 6% of students from 670,000 households have access to a personal computer, and there are as many as 40% who don't own a technology device for e-learning. For this collaboration between HP and Teach For Malaysia, we hope that it will make some changes to ensure vulnerable communities are able to adapt to the education landscape.

Other than that, HP has also started an Instagram-based campaign #iMovewithHP to support communities who lack access to technology that is important to continue our work and education. The campaign will involve content creators launching their own social media challenges to encourage followers to learn a new set of skills, and later share their newly learned skills to social media with hashtag #iMovewithHP.

Let us know what you think about these initiatives done by HP and Teach For Malaysia on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more viral local news.


HP laptop models discount up to RM500 on Lazada’s 12.12 Online Revolution sale

In anticipation of Lazada's 12.12 Online Revolution sale tomorrow, HP Malaysia is also jumping on the bandwagon providing PC customers exclusive offers including HP products up to 7% discounts nationwide. Starting tomorrow (12 December) until 14 December 2017 only, several HP laptop models will be up with RM500 discounts. Check out what are the promotion they are selling below:

In addition, there's a 15% discount off the on Ink Twin pack, XL & Combo pack, a 7% discount on consumer notebooks, PC, Deskjet, Officejet and a normal pack of Ink and Toner. You will be getting a HP Surprise Box that's worth RM129 at the price of RM49 (savings up to 62%). And if you purchase a Panasonic Camera (model DC-GF9), you will get a free white HP Sprocket.

To know more about the 62% of exclusive discounts on selected HP products, kindly visit HP Malaysia's Official Store promotion at Lazada Malaysia here.


HP launches the OMEN 15 and OMEN 17 from RM4485 as well as the start OMEN by HP - Challenger Series

HP recently launched the OMEN 15 and OMEN 17 gaming laptops starting from RM4485 and RM8699 respectively. In terms of availability, the OMEN 15 is currently available at HP’s Online Store and all authorised HP dealers across Malaysia while the OMEN 17 will be available mid-september 2018.

In terms of tech specs, the OMEN 15 is running on an 8th Generation Intel Core i7-8750H processor, Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 graphics card, 8GB DDR4 RAM, 15.6-inch IPS display with anti-glare coating with refresh rate up to 144hz depending on the model, a variety of storage options including any combinations of SSD, HDD, or even Intel Optane Memory.

The laptops also allows for easy expansions of storage and memory with the easily accessible phillips head screw on the underside of the device, allowing the user to increase the lifespan of the device depending on the upgrades they want to add. OMEN Game Stream has been added to the OMEN Command Center, which gives the user the ability to stream their gameplay on various social networking sites and share their experience with their friends.

On another note, HP has also announced the start of the OMEN Challenger Series Playerunknown’s Battleground Tournament which puts 80 teams of four from each country to battle it out in local qualifiers to be given the chance to compete at the grand finals held at Bangkok, Thailand on 2 November 2018 to 4 November 2018. For more information about the tournament as well as registration you can check out their official website. For more updates like these, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


HP launches the world's first all-in-one PC that comes with HDR600 display and a RTX 2080

These days, are you still a person who would use a desktop PC to run your tasks, or just grab a laptop and work everywhere you like? As the PC market has been focusing largely on laptops nowadays, it is hard to see a new desktop PC that would wow us with either amazing tech specs or features. Now, things could be changed with this HP’s new all-in-one PC, HP Envy 32 AiO.

The HP Envy 32 AiO comes with a 31.5-inch 4K display with HDR600 and houses a Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080 (MaxQ) graphic card. It is actually the first all-in-one PC that can use the RTX cores in supported applications for accelerated ray tracing and AI workloads.

The all-in-one PC is claimed to have the ‘world’s widest’ 4K display as it has a 92.8% screen-to-body ratio and edge-to-edge glass. Besides, it is also the world’s first PC to have a 6000:1 contrast ratio with the HDR600 display. HP is including 65W Intel 9th Gen Core i7 processors, up to 32GB of RAM, and up to 1TB of SSD storage as well to bring high performance.

Other than that, the HP Envy 32 AiO is equipped with some other features which we find really useful as well. One of them is the base has been turned into a Qi wireless charging pad which works even while the PC is off. There are also built-in front-firing tweeters and a subwoofer tuned by Bang & Olufsen to provide high quality and loud music for the listening experience. The speaker works while the PC is turned off too.

It is available now starting from the price of 1,599.99 USD (~RM6566.36). Let us know what you think about this powerful HP's all-in-one PC on our Facebook page! Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech news