Apple's iPhone 13 Pro Max's camera might not be as powerful compared to the rest of the series

Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo recently reported that Apple’s iPhone 13 Pro Max’s camera might not be as powerful compared to the other devices in the series. Sure, there might be some improvements, but it will most likely come with minuscule improvements such as a slight bump in megapixel count or slightly better zooming capabilities.

However, based on the report, it seems that the iPhone 13 Pro Max will only come with a slightly wider aperture of f/1.5 compared to the rest which will most likely be f/1.6 wide. However, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Apple has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs regarding the device for now. What are your thoughts on the iPhone 13 Pro Max coming equipped with only minor camera improvements? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple's iPhone 13 could have satellite connectivity to ensure that you're always connected

Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo recently stated that Apple could potentially include satellite connectivity with their upcoming iPhone 13 smartphone. With that said, the iPhone 13 will have a much larger coverage, making it a great tool especially when the user does not have access to cellular towers.

However, based on another leakster, it seems that satellite connectivity only allows users to send extremely short messages. While it does not seem like much, it’s more than enough to relay information in case of an emergency.

Do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, because Apple has yet to provide an official confirmation on whether the iPhone 13 will have satellite connectivity. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for now.

What are your thoughts regarding the iPhone 13 so far? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple's iPhone 13 might have a larger camera sensor and a smaller display notch

Based on a statement by digitimes, it seems that Apple’s upcoming iPhone 13 series will most likely come equipped with a much larger camera sensor, as well as a much smaller display notch at the front. While not much is known in regards to the exact release date, it does give us a better idea on what to expect when it is available in the global market.

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

Would you be interested in getting the iPhone 13 series as soon as it is available in the Malaysian market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


5G is coming to Malaysia as Maxis and Huawei sign MoU at MWC 2019

Maxis and Huawei have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) at this year's Mobile World Congress to accelerate 5G in Malaysia. Looking to collaborate and cooperate on full-fledged 5G trials with end-to-end systems and services, the event saw Gokhan Ogut, CEO-designate and Morten Bangsgaard, Chief Technology officer for Maxis signing with  Guo Ping, Huawei Rotating Chairman, Jeffery Liu, Huawei President of the Southern Pacific Region, and Michael Yuan, CEO of Huawei Malaysia.

Gokhan Ogut said: ”Maxis has long started its 5G journey, and we are already focusing on live trials, investments and evolving our network infrastructure to be ready for a future where smart solutions will be part of everyday life. We are pleased to be working with world class technology leader and long term partner Huawei on our 5G trials, and to be a pioneer in bringing the latest technologies to Malaysia once again. At Maxis, we have been maintaining our network leadership in terms of speed, quality and performance in Malaysia, and we look forward to delivering the best 5G innovation for both consumers and businesses for the future.”

Michael Yuan said: ”We would like to thank Maxis for years of trust and support. The development of 5G needs the cooperation of all different partners, working together to innovate together. We are very happy to sign this MoU with Maxis, which shows the commitment of both companies to the future of 5G in Malaysia. As a leading global provider of ICT infrastructure, Huawei is committed to helping Maxis to expand the boundaries of their business and find paths to new growth with our full-series, all-scenario simplified 5G products. We have signed over 30 commercial contracts as of now and shipped more than 40,000 5G base stations across Europe, Asia and the Middle East.”

Here's Gokhan Ogut, CEO-designate of Maxis Malaysia on the Huawei 5G roll-out in Malaysia


Apple's iPhone assembler, Foxconn has plans to build a new chip factory for EV in Malaysia

If you don't know who is Foxconn, this company from Taiwan is responsible for assembling your iPhone for Apple. Now, it seems that there are plans for Foxconn to build up a chip production facility with a local partner here in Malaysia.

Due to the interest and demand for electric vehicles (EVs) in Malaysia, Foxconn just recently signed an MoU (memorandum of understanding) with Malaysia's Dagang NeXchange Berhad (DNex). This joint venture initiative is to manufacture 12-inch chipsets, pushing the semiconductor industry as well as EVs as a whole.

According to reports, Foxconn has a 5% stake in DNex and a seat on the latter's board. DNex is also the parent company of Silterra, so this also gives Foxconn indirect control over Silterra's 8-inch chip plant in Malaysia. The unofficial new plant in Malaysia is expected to manufacture 40,000 wafers per month, this includes both 28- and 40-nm technologies.

Since it's not finalized yet, there is no announcement on the location for the new plant. This goes the same for the investment but it is estimated to be between $3 billion to $5 billion if it's based on the standard capacity and technology involved. On the other hand, it would also surely give a lot of job opportunities for Malaysians in this industry.

The EV industry is still very much in its infancy stage, and it will take time for it mature. Until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple's latest event on November 10 is expected to be unveiling the new Apple Silicon Machine!

In September, Apple has unveiled the new Apple Watch Series 6 alongside the iPad Air and continue on with last month, iPhone 12 Series has been launch with the event tagline of “Hi, Speed.”   Today, Apple has officially announced the third event today with the new poster and tagline “One more thing.” The event will be starting on November 10 at 11 pm Malaysia time.

We see the new Apple Watch Series 6 and the new iPhone 12 Series, now we are expecting the coming event to be unveiling the new Apple Silicon machine in the Mac lineup. According to recent rumors, the first Apple Silicon Mac maybe a 13-inch MacBook Pro or a new 24-inch iMac whereas the first ARM-powered Mac will be a revamped version of the 12-inch MacBook.

In addition, with a handful of new Macs registered with the Eurasian Economic Commission by Apple this month, it proves there will multiple Apple products launching soon. Besides the Apple Silicon, the other new products will be AirPods Studio over-ear headphones, AirTag item trackers, and a new Apple TV, and Siri Remote is also expected to be announced at the event.

Anyway, that is just our expectation of the coming products that will be unveiled at the event. But through all the Apple new products this year, which is your most exciting one? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com


Apple's latest iPhone XS Max explodes in man's pocket

The most recent news of an exploding smartphone goes to Apple’s latest smartphones, the iPhone XS Max. According to reports, the smartphone was only 3 weeks old when it exploded in Josh Hillard’s pocket, causing bodily injury to the man.

The iPhone was placed in his back pocket when it started to feel extremely hot before it began releasing green and yellow coloured smoke. Frightened, he left the room and found a private place to strip off his clothes where he had noticed his pants were on fire as he removed the device from his pocket.

Apple offered a brand new iPhone XS Max as compensation which Mr. Hillard regarded as a not-so-great way to resolve the problem. He is now contemplating legal action against Apple for the trauma and injury he faced due to the exploding smartphone. For now, Apple has taken measures to investigate the problem in hopes for it to be the last time we ever hear of an exploding iPhone. Is your iPhone showing signs of extreme overheating? For more explosive news on smartphones, make sure you add TechNave.com to your RSS feeds!


Apple's manufacturer is on a hiring spree to begin iPhone 14 production early

In recent years, we get the same question asking whether Apple would delay its iPhone's launch due to manufacturing issues, and this year is no exception. If you've been following the news, some regions in China are going through lockdowns. For that reason, the iPhone manufacturing factories might also be affected if lockdowns get extended to their places. However, that could be something not to worry about as a manufacturer might have started taking action to avoid delays.

According to the latest report, Foxconn, an iPhone assembler in the country, has received instructions from Apple to conduct a hiring spree to produce the iPhone 14. With that said, Apple might begin production early to avoid delays amid the uncertainty in China. The report claims that Foxconn has increased the bonuses by 30% to attract new workers.

Besides the new iPhones, Apple has also increased the orders for the iPhone 13, as the devices are doing exceptionally well. Market research reports showed that the iPhone 13 outsold its predecessors. Furthermore, Apple is the only big smartphone vendor to see an increase in sales for the first quarter of 2022. However, the new employees are still more for the production of the iPhone 14 as its release is even more important for Apple.

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


Apple’s new 15-inch MacBook Air to launch soon, currently undergoing App Store compatibility test

Apple has long been rumoured to manufacture a new 15-inch MacBook Air, its first ‘Air’ laptop in that size. Now, it looks like the product is almost ready for release as its currently undergoing compatibility tests with third-party App Store applications.

According to the developer logs shared with Bloomberg, the 15-inch MacBook Air will feature the M2 SoC rather than M3. Specifically, the processor will have an 8-core CPU and 10-core GPU paired with 8GB of RAM, presumably for the entry-level variant.

Besides that, the 15-inch MacBook Air is touted to have the same display resolution as the 14-inch Macbook Pro. Given the slightly larger size of the former, it would mean that the display is not as sharp.

Tipster Mark Gurman claimed that the 15-inch MacBook Air will launch either sometime this year or early next year. Besides this new 15-inch laptop, Apple is also set to launch an updated 13-inch MacBook Air, an entry-level 13-inch MacBook Pro, a refreshed 24-inch iMac and the Mac Pro.

Of course, do take this with a grain of salt as nothing is confirmed as of yet. Well, for the latest development on this and for more trending tech news, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave!


Apple's new 2022 monitors will come in 24-inch, 27-inch, and 32-inch sizes

These days, a lot of brands have a variety of products so that consumers will only buy from them. Apple has been doing the same, launching the Pro Display XDR to go with its Mac devices. In 2022, the company is planning to release more affordable monitors for the masses.

Previously, Mark Gurman claimed that Apple would release a new monitor that's half the price of the Pro Display XDR. For your reference, the latter was priced at RM19999 - a price that even some professionals would be scared of. According to Mark Gurman (via MacRumors), the new model will be available in 24-inch and 27-inch sizes. LG could also be developing 24-inch, 27-inch and 32-inch monitors for Mac users.

Besides those, Apple could also be working on a direct successor of the Pro Display XDR. Allegedly, this model will have mostly the same features as its predecessor. However, it's a larger 32-inch monitor with 6K resolution. The new monitor could also come with its own Apple A-series chip, which will provide GPU cores that help with work like graphically-intensive tasks like 3D rendering.

Currently, rumours suggest that Apple might launch these monitors in mid-2022. Of course, that's unconfirmed so take the news with a grain of salt. Having said that, would you be interested in new Apple monitors? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news about this.


Apple's new headphone will apparently be called the AirPods Studio

A while back, rumours of a new Apple headphone to replace the Beats Studio-branded ones appeared. The new headphone is supposed to make its debut at this year's WWDC, which is now expected to be streamed online. Now, a new rumour claims that the official name of the product has been determined.

According to Jon Prosser, Apple plans to stick with the "AirPods" moniker for its upcoming over-ear headphones, despite it not looking like a pod at all. Regardless, Apple has allegedly decided that it will name its new headphones the "AirPods Studio". Prosser also seems to believe that the retail price of USD 349 (~RM1513) that he proposed before is the correct one. This model is expected to be wireless and comes with noise-cancellation.

Looks like Apple is sticking with the “AirPods” branding for their new over-ear headphones. AirPods StudioCodename: B515$349

Of course, this is still an unconfirmed rumour, so you may want to take the news with a pinch of salt. Many (if not all) of Prosser's leaks have been rather accurate so far, however, which is something to keep in mind. Having said that, would you buy Apple's new headphone when it's released? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Apple's new iPad 7th gen is officially available in Malaysia starting from RM1499

It seems that the latest 7th generation iPad has finally been listed on Apple Malaysia’s official website, starting from the price of RM1499 for the WiFi-only variant. The WiFi + Cellular variant, on the other hand, will be more expensive at RM1999.

In terms of the tech specs, the iPads mentioned will come equipped with a 10.2-inch Retina display with support for the Apple Smart Keyboard. Furthermore, it also has the A10 Fusion chip embedded inside, up to 128GB of internal storage 8MP rear camera, 1.2MP front-facing FaceTime HD camera, up to 10 hours of battery life as well as support for the first-generation Apple Pencil.

Head over to Apple Malaysia’s official website, if you are keen on finding out more information. Would you be interested in getting the 7th generation iPad? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple's new iPhone 6s Smart Battery Case is official for $99 (RM421)

If you’re wondering what’s that big fat iPhone cover on the image, well that’d be the new iPhone 6s Smart Battery Case by Apple. They have quietly launched it in their online store and it costs $99 (RM421.67).

Coming in Charcoal Gray and White colour options, inserting the Apple iPhone 6s into the charger will automatically display an intelligent battery status on the smartphone’s lock screen and in the Notification Center, it also increases the talk time by up to 25 hours, 18 hours on internet usage, and even longer audio and video playback. We don’t know how much mAh is that, but that’s seriously a lot of power.

There’s no charger for the iPhone 6s Plus though, however the iPhone 6 could be used on the new charger since it has a similar design to the iPhone 6s. Apple also promised that all Lightning products such as the iPhone Lightning Dock and Lightning cable will be supported by the Smart Battery Case.


Apple's new open source project lets password management apps integrate with websites

For us internet denizens, it's important to ensure that our online accounts are secured. Different accounts for different sites are recommended, but it's often hard to keep track of them without an app. Luckily, Apple wants to make it easier for password management apps to integrate with popular websites.

Yesterday, Apple announced the launch of the Password Manager Resources. This is an open-source project to help password management app developers to create strong passwords that will be compatible with popular websites. Also, the project will let developers integrate website-specific requirements used by the iCloud Keychain password manager to generate strong, unique passwords.

Like many open-source projects, the goal here is to let developers collaborate and make password management apps better overall. It's also a way to work towards creating a standard for such apps, as well as get more people to trust and use them. If you're a developer and want to find out more, you can check out the project page.

For now, this project doesn't mean much to the average Joe. However, we're hoping that this means we'll see better and more reliable password management apps in the future. With that said, what do you think about this? Do you track your passwords with apps? Let us know on our Facebook page about which app you find most reliable! Also, stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


5G is coming to Malaysia in April starting with Putrajaya and Cyberjaya

We all thought 5G would never come to Malaysia, at least not in the next 5 years at least. Well, we may just be wrong as 5G pioneer testing will be coming to Malaysia in April starting with Putrajaya and Cyberjaya.

So far there has been no specific period set for the test but Communications and Multimedia Minister, Gobind Singh Deo mentioned that he hopes that within 6 months they would be able to have found some results. During that time, companies that are involved with 5G such as Maxis among others would carry out their respective 5G testings with assistance from the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Services (MCMC).

Despite the rumours of 5G technology causing information leakages as well as spying, Gobind mentioned that he could not overlook the fact that the world was moving toward the age of 5G technology. He further mentioned that MCMC is in the process of studying the 5G technology to make sure security is not breached, especially since they will have to be collaborating with the developers of the 5G technology themselves, Huawei. If you aren’t aware, Huawei has been accused of using trying to use their 5G technology to steal information.

In terms of costs, the government mentioned that they are trying to keep costs reasonable and accessible. 5G is said to be 100x faster than our current 4G networks. Do you think Malaysia would be able to achieve a full 5G nation by 2020? For the latest technological advancements in Malaysia, TechNave.com is the place to find out!


Apple's new patent hints that future MacBooks could come with retractable keyboard

Based on a statement by patentlyapple.com, it seems that the future MacBooks could come equipped with a retractable keyboard which allows the laptops to be much thinner than usual. In terms of how the mechanism functions, the keyboard of the laptop will extend out when the lid is lifted and retracts when the laptop lid closes.

While the design sounds unique and innovative, durability is still an issue due to the fact that moving components are more likely to exhibit wear and tear compared to non-moving parts. With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt due to the fact that Apple has yet to provide a statement on the leaks.

Not only that, but there is no news on the Malaysia release date, tech specs, and local pricing for the upcoming MacBooks with a retractable keyboard. Would you be interested in getting the laptop 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.


Apple's new patent showcases enabling macOS on iPad when docked to an accessory

As we're approaching Apple's WWDC 2022, some exciting rumours of the iPadOS 16 have also arrived. According to this information, the new update could allow iPad users to switch to macOS when docked on certain accessories, for example, a keyboard.

However, keep in mind that the idea appeared in a patent, which has a 50/50 chance of happening as not everyone one of them gets brought into real life. Moreover, introducing such a feature could continue to blur the lines between the Macs and iPads, not to mention it's already a problem even without it.

There were rumours of Apple merging the MacBook and iPad Pro as one product, but the company later clarified that it wouldn't happen. It's said that the company would continue to make the best Mac and the best iPad. Therefore, it's unlikely we'll see this feature at the event. Still, an assumption is an assumption. Who knows if the tech giant has changed its mind.

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


Apple's next iMac could be an all-in-one with a keyboard built into it

Looking at the patent image, you are probably wondering why. But Apple may just be thinking of creating a new all-in-one (AIO) iMac, which has its display and keyboard built into a sheet of glass. As you can see, it curved off at some point to allow for space to accommodate a keyboard at the bottom part of the glass sheet. This may be the beginning of an ambitious new design from Apple.

According to Patently Apple, this patent was filed to the US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO). The AIO will also come with a support structure behind the display. This is where the hardware components like CPU and RAM, as well as connectivity ports, are meant to be stored. Other things to note is that the support structure is also supposed to house speakers. Also, the right rest area on the front is said to 'detect touch inputs', which likely means that it's a trackpad.

The filed patent also illustrates a variety of other concepts that are not directly related. One has the bottom part of the glass folding up, ostensibly for easier storage. A second, rather unrealistic one shows an opening in the glass sheet where an Apple laptop can be docked into. There's also one where the keyboard seemingly detaches from the glass.

Will Apple actually make this anytime soon? We're not sure, but it's nonetheless an interesting concept. What do you think about it? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Apple's next iPad Air model could be cheaper yet more powerful than before

Back in May, it was rumoured that Apple could be working on two new tablets. These could be the iPad 4 series and a new iPad Mini series to go with the latest iPad Pro that launched in March. Now, new reports claim that Apple is getting shipments of components for a new iPad in Q3 2020, so a new iPad could arrive as early as Q4 2020.

According to DigiTimes, sources have claimed that the company's supply chain in Taiwan will start shipping the relevant parts like displays by the 3rd quarter of this year. These will be intended for a new MacBook Pro and MacBook Air, as well as a 10.8-inch tablet that's likely going to be the new iPad Air. What's interesting is that the report also claims that the tablet will feature a high-performance CPU and more affordable prices.

If you recall, there was another rumour back in May claiming that TSMC is manufacturing Bionic A14X chipsets for Apple. As you may know, Apple reserves its 'X' series chipsets for tablets, so Apple could be manufacturing these A14X chips for the new iPad Air. If that's a case, the new iPad Air model would be noticeably better than the current one, which uses the Bionic A12 chipset.

As for pricing, the current iPad Air's retail price starts from RM2199 (WiFi only) in Malaysia. So if the new one were to be cheaper, it could become a sub-RM2k tablet at around RM1899 (fingers crossed!) With that said, would you be more interested in a new iPad Air or the iPad Pro? Do let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Apple's online WWDC 2020 to be held on 22 June 2020, Swift Student Challenge announced as well

Back in March, Apple announced that the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2020 would be held in June 2020. Due to the coronavirus outbreak, the event will be held online so that people could watch from the safety of their homes. It has now been confirmed that the event will be held on 22 June 2020 via the Apple Developer app and the Apple Developer website.

Developers will be able to attend the virtual event for free, according to the official announcement. Apple has confirmed that it will be revealing some new tools that will help developers create more apps and services. If you are a developer, make sure to download the Apple Developer app or visit the Apple Developer website for more details.

Apple also announced that it will be hosting a "Swift Student Challenge". The competition encourages students to create programs via Swift Playgrounds, which is an app for iPad and Mac that's designed to teach people how to use the Swift programming language. Those who are keen on flexing their coding muscles should visit the challenge's website for more details.

Since WWDC is more of a software developers' conference, we might not see much in regards to products. But Apple did unveil the Mac Pro and HDR Display at last year's event, so it could still happen. Having said that, what would you like to see from WWDC 2020? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for other news.


Apple's out-of-warranty battery replacement for older iPhones to cost up to ~RM391 starting March 2023

Apple has announced an increase to the price of its out-of-warranty battery service for all iPhone models in the United States which will take place starting March 2023. Following the enforcement of the revised price, users of older iPhone models who want to replace their batteries will have to fork out up to USD89 or ~RM391 to do so.

According to Apple’s official website, out-of-warranty battery replacement service for all iPhone models except the latest iPhone 14 series will increase by USD20 or ~RM88. For models such as the iPhone 13, iPhone 12, iPhone 11 and iPhone X, the current charge is now USD69 or ~RM303 while for the iPhone SE, iPhone 8 and earlier, the charge is USD49 ~RM215.

All of the aforementioned iPhone models will increase by USD20 or ~RM88 this March. As for the iPhone 14 series, Apple is charging USD99 or ~RM435 from the offset and the price would remain even after March.

As of the time of writing, Apple has yet to reveal the revised prices, if any, for out-of-warranty iPhone battery replacements in Malaysia. So, what do you guys think of the increased prices?

Share your thoughts with us in the comments below as we’d love to hear from you. As always, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


Apple's patent application shows that its future AirPods may utilise ultrasonic touch sensors

Future iterations of Apple's AirPods Pro and AirPods Max may feature an advanced ultrasonic touch sensor to make the wearable audio devices more usable in wet conditions. This is according to a patent application by Apple which was published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office yesterday.

Shared by Patently Apple, the patent details how the ultrasonic technology allow users to use touch controls even when wet or while wearing gloves. If it can be successfully implemented, this would be a neat quality of life update for the devices which currently struggles to get touch control right when in wet conditions.

The patent application further asserted that the devices would have 'ultrasonic touch sensing capability'. It then elaborated the technology as something that is less affected when conductive, electrically-floating liquids (e.g., water droplets) or insulated objects (e.g., gloved fingers) come into contact with its touch-sensitive surface.

However, like many patents, we may not be seeing the technology in action for quite some time. Hence, we highly doubt that the upcoming AirPods Pro 2 or AirPods Max 2 will have the feature.

So, what do you guys think? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest trending tech news.


Apple's upcoming M1X chipset might have been spotted on benchmarks

It seems that Apple’s upcoming chipset which is the Apple M1X might have been spotted on cpu-monkey.com, giving us a better idea of what to expect when it is available in the global market. Unfortunately, there’s no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and which products will come equipped with the aforementioned chip.

Based on what was shown in the benchmark, it seems that the M1X will come with a 12-core CPU that’s capable of achieving up to 3.2GHz, while the GPU comes with 16 cores. However, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Apple has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the exact tech specs and the pricing of the device the chipset will be embedded in for now. What are your thoughts on the Apple M1X? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple’s upcoming Mac Pro may combine two M1 Ultra chips into a powerful single 40-core SoC!

At the tail end of Apple’s ‘Peek Performance’ event last week, the tech giant teased that the Mac Pro will also transition to Apple Silicon like the rest of the Mac lineup. Now, a new leak regarding the upcoming Mac Pro may shed some light into what SoC would be powering the device, and it’s going to be unprecedented!

Serial tipster Majin Bu yesterday tweeted an image leak of an alleged schematic for a new interconnect bridge that one-ups the one utilised in the M1 Ultra SoC. Get this, the new technology is claimed to be able to connect two M1 Ultra chips together, essentially creating a fusion of four M1 Max SoC, considering the M1 Ultra itself is the combination of two M1 Max SoC.

Majin Bu further claimed that this upcoming Apple Silicon will be called ‘Redfern’ and is set to launch this September with the Mac Pro. Moreover, the leak said that the unprecedented four-chip fusion is made possible with the new long bridge interconnect that sits in between the two chips, in addition to the other two interconnect already found inside both M1 Ultra chips.

Furthermore, this new bridging technology is alleged to has overcome the limitation of its previous versions which can only support up to 128GB RAM. If this leak is true, we can expect an incredibly powerful Apple Silicon that has a whopping 40-core CPU, 128-core GPU and 64 Neural Engine cores!

However, as this is nothing but an alleged leak, please take this information with a grain of salt. Nevertheless, given the M1 Ultra name and the leaker being someone named ‘Majin Bu’, I’m quite disappointed that the SoC is codenamed ‘Redfern’ and not ’M1 Ultra Instinct’.

What do you guys think of the upcoming Mac Pro? Share your thoughts with us in our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave for all the latest trending tech news!


Apple’s upcoming Mac Pro may feature an “M2 Extreme” SoC with 48 CPU cores and 152 GPU cores

The Mac Pro is still waiting for its transition to Apple Silicone and given the machine’s standing in the Mac hierarchy, it will definitely feature the most powerful Apple in-house chipset yet. In fact, according to reliable tipster Mark Gurman, the Mac Pro will feature new and extremely powerful SoCs nicknamed the “M2 Ultra” and “M2 Extreme”.

Writing in his latest Power On newsletter, Gurman said that the SoCs are “at least twice or four times as powerful” than the yet-to-be-released M2 Max. Furthermore, Gurman claims that the M2 Ultra will pack 24 CPU cores and 76 GPU cores and the M2 Extreme will feature a whopping 48 CPU cores and 152 GPU cores. both are touted to have 256GB of memory.

For context, the base M2 SoC found on the MacBook Air and Macbook Pro 13 has 8 CPU cores and 10 GPU cores. Hence, the new Mac Pro will undoubtedly be the most powerful computer in Apple’s lineup when it launches.

Speaking of which, according to Gurman, the new Mac Pro is expected to launch next year and Apple is currently ramping up its testing of the machine. Of course, do take this information with a grain of salt as nothing is confirmed as of yet.

Nevertheless, the future of Apple Silicone looks very promising. What do you guys think? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news!


5G launching on 15 December 2021, starting in Putrajaya, Cyberjaya & KL

Not only is December the Christmas season but it's also the month where we expect 5G to be launched by the Malaysian government. Digital Nasional Berhad is responsible for rollout the technology soon and the latest news has it that the commercial release date is 15 December 2021.

In case you missed it, the 5G network coverage will start in Putrajaya, Cyberjaya and some spots in Kuala Lumpur. According to the Malaysian government projection, the 5G coverage is expected to cover up to 80% of the populated area by the end of 2024. That said, our minister of Communication and Multimedia also said Sarawak and Melaka will be one of the first states to receive 5G technology.

In other news, Telekom Malaysia will also assist DNB to conduct test trials on 5G optimisation. During the pilot trial, some unifi Mobile Postpaid subscribers may experience some 5G network speeds as long as they have a 5G phone (which is in every new phone now). The users should expect 100Mbps as the minimum speed.

At the moment of posting this news, there is still no news of how the local telcos will deliver their 5G services for the consumers in Malaysia. Until then, we can only wait and see for the official announcement. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple's upcoming Mac Pro to feature 40-core chip, upgraded Mac mini is in the works as well

After launching the new MacBooks and iMac, it's time for the Mac Pro to get its upgrade as well. According to inside info provided by Bloomberg, Apple is currently working on a new Mac Pro and also a higher-end Mac mini.

It is claimed that there will be two versions of Mac Pro with one having a 20-core and another having a 40-core chip. The GPU will have either 64 or 128 cores. With codenames 2C-Die and 4C-Die, the new Mac Pros could also adopt 16 and 32 high-performance cores, being power-efficient ones for lower loads. Besides that, rumour has it that the new Mac Pro will also have its size reduced twice compared with its predecessors.

For the Mac mini, it is expected to have a huge upgrade over the existing one. It will reportedly use a 10-core CPU and either 32 or 64 GPU cores. The chassis will also add two more ports on top of the existing two and support up to 64GB of RAM. However, the Mac mini is said to be in the early stages for now and Apple could push back or abandon the project.

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


Apple's upcoming Macs will support Thunderbolt despite lacking Intel processors

Despite waving goodbye to Intel's processor, Apple will still have some connection with the semiconductor company for their upcoming Macs. It is announced that the Macs with the Apple Silicon will continue to support Thunderbolt even though they are lack of Intel processors.

The news came as the latest Thunderbolt 4 was announced today. It is not suprising considering the Thunderbolt is the creation by both of the companies. For years, Apple has also beeing using the technology on its Macs to ensure speed and flexibily when it comes to data transferring. The new Macs with Apple Silicon are expected to arrive before the end of 2020, and Apple is aiming to complete the shift within two years.

As for the Thunderbolt 4, it has been announced with some new features to fit stricter hardware requirements from manufacturers. It will be offering the same 40 Gbps speed from the previous generation. However, it can now support either two 4K displays or one 8K display, and allow for PCIe data transfer speeds of up to 32 Gbps.

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Apple's upcoming Mixed Reality Headset could come with Iris Recognition alongside Eye Tracking

It seems that a report from Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo hinted that Apple’s upcoming Mixed Reality headset is expected to come equipped with Eye Tracking that’s capable of recognizing irises. With that being said, there could be a huge possibility that the headset will come equipped with an iris authentication feature.

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

What are your thoughts on Apple’s Mixed Reality headset coming equipped with eye tracking? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple's upcoming Private Relay function won't be available for China

By now, most Apple fans have read the news about the upcoming iOS 15, iPadOS 15, watchOS 8 and macOS Monterey. Among all the features, all the operating system share one thing in common which is the Private Relay which lets you see how apps are using permissions that you have granted them. However, the Chinese market won't be benefitting from this at all.

According to the BBC, the reason why this function won't be available for users in China is due to regulatory reasons. Since China is a communist country, there's not much freedom online and closely monitored by the Chinese government. For the record, Google, Facebook, WhatsApp and many others aren't available there too.

To recap, the Private Relay includes the App Privacy Report which lets the Apple user see how developers are using the permissions that you've granted them through the app. For example, permissions include which third-party domains they contact and how recently they made contact. Developers won't be able to trace your IP address, online activities, location and even see if you've opened the email via Mail Privacy Protection.

China is certainly a big market for Apple as the company makes at least 15% of revenue from there, so it's the compromise that Apple has to make. In other news, it appears that the App Privacy Report isn't going to be available in Saudi Arabia and Belarus as well. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple's upcoming iMac is said to be the biggest ever

Reports have claimed that Apple is going to transform more of its Macs by equipping them with the powerful in-house processor M1 (or a new one). After the late 2020 MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models, the company could now be focusing on bringing the changes to their desktop PC offerings iMac and iMac Pro. Besides a new processor, the latest source is claiming that the upcoming iMac will come with the biggest screen that Apple has ever used on its all-in-ones.

According to a leaker who goes by the name of l0vetodream on Twitter, the new iMac will be featuring display panel that is even bigger than the current 27-inch. Earlier, a leak has also appeared claiming that the upcoming product will look similar to the Pro Display XDR. For your information, the Apple Cinema Display came in a 30-inch option and the Pro Display XDR has a 32-inch display, giving us an idea how big that the new iMac could be.

For now, it is still unclear when will the new iMacs arrive as the leaker didn't provide much other than the big display. However, as reports have claimed that the company has discontinued the high-end iMac Pro and some custom iMac configurations of the 21.5-inch iMacs, it is believed that the new ones could be arriving as early as this year.

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Apple's upcoming iPad Pro will come equipped with a Mini LED and OLED display next year

Based on a statement by gizmochina, it seems that next year’s Apple iPad Pro will be available in two different variants that are equipped with either a Mini LED or an OLED display panel. While not much is known in regards to the release date of the iPads, our source hinted that the Mini LED is expected to be unveiled somewhere around H1 2021, while the OLED variant will be unveiled around H2 2021.

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

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


Apple's upcoming iPhone 13 series smartphone to come with optical in-display fingerprint sensor

Based on a statement by Joanna Stern on wsj.com, it seems that Apple’s upcoming iPhone 13 series smartphone will most likely come equipped with an in-display optical fingerprint sensor alongside the existing Face ID feature. While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date, it does give us a better idea on what to expect when it is officially available in the local market.

To those who are unfamiliar with the technology, optical fingerprint sensor uses light to detect the user’s fingerprint in order to authenticate whether they are the owner or not. Unlike capacitive fingerprint sensors, the optical fingerprint sensor can be embedded inside a display, which provides the user with a much more seamless experience when unlocking their smart device.

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

Would you be interested in getting an iPhone with an in-display optical fingerprint sensor? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple's upcoming iPhone 9, iPad Pro, Apple TV box unveiled along with the iOS 14 coding leaks!

Yesterday, we reported in some new features that can be expected on the upcoming Apple Watch 6. Today, there are new leaks from the iOS 14 coding that has unveiled some of the upcoming details for iPhone 9, the new iPad Pro and also the Apple TV. According to the source, the Touch ID will be back on the iPhone 9 with an in-built fingerprint reader in the home button. Besides, it will also support Express Transit that allows you to pay for public transport by just using either the Touch ID or the Face ID recognition. This feature is only available in London, New York, Portland, Japan, Beijing, and Shanghai only for the time being.

The iOS 14 code also reveals an upgrade to the iPad’s photography capabilities. The upcoming iPad Pro models will be equipped with a triple camera setup along with a 3D Time-of-Flight(ToF) sensor on the rear. The ToF sensors is said to debut on the new iPhones this year. Also, we might be expecting to see a new wireless headphone launching alongside the new products.

Apple is developing item trackers named AirTags which are similar to the Tile trackers. With the new U1 chip on the upcoming iPhones, it will not just track the distance but also indicates the direction of the tracker. As for the new Apple TV box, it will have a new remote that will be replacing the Siri Remote and also a coaching feature along with a workout app.

With that said, there are quite a number of new Apple products and features coming on its way this year. So which Apple products are you excited for? Let us know at our Facebook page and stay tuned for more news updates on TechNave.com!


Apple's upcoming mixed reality headset could weigh 150g or less

A report by Ming-Chi Kuo seems to suggest that Apple’s upcoming Mixed Reality Headset could weigh in at around 150g or less. Achieving such a weight is possible by adopting the hybrid Fresnel lens design, which offers improved optical performance while maintaining a lower weight.

With that in mind, this could potentially reduce neck fatigue that’s usually common when wearing a much heavier headset for extended periods of time. That being said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Apple has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for now. What are your thoughts on Apple’s Mixed Reality headset only weighing in around 150g? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple's upcoming over-ear headphones will have swappable parts

The surprise drop of the Apple iPhone SE that happened last night really got us. It looks like Apple will be launching new products without any event during this pandemic (yes, not even a live-stream event). Therefore, will we get a surprise drop of the iPhone 12 as well? Alongside the iPhone 12, it is rumoured that the tech giant will also launch an over-ear headphones later this year, and sources are claiming that the audio gadget might come with swappable parts.

It is said that Apple’s over-ear headphone will be able to let owners swap the headband or the ear pads to fit their lifestyle preferences. For example, if the owner normally uses the headphones for sports activities, then ear pads made of waterproof material would be a better choice. The rumour makes sense as other Apple’s wearable products like the Apple Watch let owners swap the band as well.

Other than that, it is also mentioned that this new Apple over-ear headphones will go head-to-head against those premium over-ear headphones that we can get in the market right now, including Sony’s WH-1000XM3 and Bose’s Noise Cancelling Headphones 700. Therefore, you can expect the price range to be high when it is launched.

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11-year old Malaysian kid became a Shopee seller to earn enough money for a new phone

When it comes to online shopping, Malaysian customers have to either worry about being scammed or look for the best deals possible. In this case, this young child became a Shopee seller in order to raise some money to get a new phone device for himself and his siblings.

According to Malaymail.com, the family have to share the computer together especially his siblings who need to attend online classes. The young child named Umar Al-Khattab is just 11 years old and is the fourth child of the family. While the family could get a phone for the children, the parents prioritised the funds for house utilities, groceries and other bills. Both parents are not working during this MCO period.

Umar first got interested in starting an online business after his father's friend telling and explaining him on starting one at Shopee. From there, he set up one and learn many things on the rope such as talking to customers and managing the products. He soon got the attention after apologizing to a customer who then posted about the boy's business on Facebook.

At the moment, Umar is selling a wide variety of things such as LED lights, stationery items, watches and others. In just the first two days from starting the business, he has already gotten 200 orders and sold everything in less than a week. Umar current has 5000 followers on his Shopee store which you can check out here.

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5G network rollout in Terengganu is expected to commence in 2023

The Terengganu State Tourism, Culture and Digital Technology Committee chairman Ariffin Deraman has announced that the 5G network rollout in the state is expected to start in 2023. Speaking at the Terengganu State Legislative Assembly (DUN) during the state’s 2023 Budget tabling yesterday, Ariffin revealed that the 5G coverage will be implemented in stages.

As reported by Bernama, the Terengganu Exco also said that the 5G network rollout in the state will begin in nine selected locations next year. The locations are as per below:

Ariffin asserted that the timeline and locations mentioned are based on the Terengganu State Government’s discussion with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC). As with other 5G network infrastructure in Malaysia, it will be built and maintained under Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB).

So, what do you guys think of the 5G rollout in Terengganu? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more tech news from Malaysia and beyond!


Apple's upcoming redesigned iPad mini to feature A15 Bionic and USB-C charging port

Apple is expected to launch a new iPad mini later this September. The upcoming compact iPad is reported to sport an iPad Air-like design with slimmer bezels and no home button. Today, the latest information has arrived claiming that the tablet will also feature the latest A15 Bionic chipset and a USB-C charging port.

According to 9to5Mac, the new iPad mini could use the A15 chip which has the same 5nm fabrication process as the A14. Sources are saying that there could be another A15X variant specially made for the iPads down the line. Besides that, it is also claimed that the device will feature USB-C connectivity and Smart Connector, similar to the iPad Pro and the latest iPad Air.

Other than the iPad mini, the company might also be preparing to launch a new entry-level iPad codenamed J181. Rumours suggest that the affordable iPad will adopt a design similar to the iPad Air 3 that was originally introduced in 2019. As for now, we could only wait until September to find out what Apple has in store for us.

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Apple said "there's no silver bullet" for Crash Detection (and also maybe for rollercoaster rides)

Since the iPhone 14 series was released, a few reviewers have tested the Crash Detection function. There was one test that worked, but others took a bit more effort. Either way, we know that the process works because of the recent rollercoaster rides triggering it.

For context, there have been six Crash Detection emergency calls to the King Island amusement park in the US, as well as at the Six Flags Great America amusement park. The function had mistakenly taken the rollercoaster ride as a car crash due to the G-Force movement, without the iPhone 14 users realizing it.

With this, two senior Apple executives had to explain how Crash Detection works (even though they already did). Crash Detection will appear and will ask them if they need emergency services. The function will then automatically dial 911 to report the crash location. However, we think the iPhone 14 users can't be blamed because they were all in an amusement park, you can't exactly hear the function asking you.

Besides being triggered by G Force, Apple said the Crash Detection combined various signals. This includes the gyroscope, accelerometer, GPS, microphone and others. To sum it up, Apple executives said "There's no silver bullet, in terms of activating crash detection".

Anyway, Apple may have to come up with another way to prevent Crash Detection from appearing on rollercoasters but it's not that simple. Still, it's quite intriguing and hilarious that it happened. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple says iPad mini 6 scrolling issue is normal

If you're planning to get the new Apple iPad mini 6, you might want to hold on to your wallets first. There have been many owners of the new tablet who have reported a scrolling issue that appears in portrait mode. However, Apple doesn't consider it a problem.

According to Ars Technica, Apple considers the so-called "jelly scrolling" issue a normal behaviour for LCD screens. As we've mentioned before, this effect occurs due to the display refreshing. LCD panels refresh line-by-line, so when a line on top and one at the bottom refresh and there's a delay, you'll get the wobbling effect.

Here is is slow-mo video of scrolling on the iPad Min i slowed down EVEN MORE in a frame-by-frame step through. Notice how the right moves up faster than the left.In normal usage you barely see it, but every now and then it become noticeable. In landscape it goes away entirely pic.twitter.com/iq9LGJzsDI

While this is true, this isn't something that you normally notice on most devices. However, the problem is very apparent on the iPad mini 6. Apple also doesn't seem to have any intention of fixing it, as the company doesn't think there's a hardware or software problem. But in our opinion, this could easily be fixed with a software update.

Well, we'll have to see how this plays out for now. Who knows, Apple might decide to fix it if enough people complain. Have you seen the screenshots and videos depicting this issue? Do you think it's a dealbreaker? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Apple scheduled a special event after WWDC 2021 to further explain Spatial Audio

Recently, Apple has announced that its music streaming service Apple Music will start to offer Lossless Audio and Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos in June 2021 for free. As what the Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos offers is still somehow vague, the tech giant has spotted scheduled an exclusive event to further explain the feature after WWDC 2021.

According to The Verge, Apple Music uploaded a video as a teaser for the event where the company is planning to give out more details regarding the feature. The teaser titled "Introducing Spatial Audio" has since been taken down so it's unsure whether the show would still go on, if it does, it will happen at 3 AM MYT on 8 June.

The WWDC 2021 will be happening on 8 June at 1 AM MYT. As usual, we could hear news about the iOS 15, iPadOS 15, macOS 12, tvOS 15 and watchOS 8. Besides that, it was also rumoured that Apple might have planned to drop some products during the event, and one of them is Mac with an advanced M1 processor.

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Apple sees no reason to make touch-capable MacBook Pro

The Apple MacBook Pro is easily one of the most popular high-end laptops for creators these days. And when it comes to creators, a touchscreen can be useful if they want to sketch directly on it. However, that might never become a reality.

According to AppleInsider, an Apple executive mentioned that the company has no plans to make a hybrid device. In other words, we won't be seeing any 2-in-1 or touch-capable MacBook. While Apple does listen to its customers' feedback, it doesn't see a need to add more direct input methods for the Mac or MacBooks.

"We make the world's best touch computer on an iPad. It's totally optimized for that. And the Mac is totally optimized for indirect input. We haven't really felt a reason to change that." - John Ternus, Apple Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering

Apple considers its iPad the best touch computer and has optimised it to function in that manner. This is why the iPad Pro is powerful enough to run even PC apps. In our opinion, Apple can solve this by making macOS available on iPads. Since the company is starting to use the M1 chip for its products, it's should be possible to do so.

Other than touchscreens, the executive also claimed that its customers aren't asking for water-resistant laptops so that probably won't happen either. But how about you, would you want these features? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Apple set to ‘revolutionise’ tech industry again, may start selling iPhones as a hardware subscription in 2023

Apple is reportedly set to ‘revolutionise’ the tech industry once again next year by changing how hardware will be sold. According to a Bloomberg report by Mark Gurman, a reliable leaker on everything Apple, the tech giant is planning to start selling mobile devices through a hardware subscription service.

These include a subscription service for the iPhone and iPad that would require consumers to pay a monthly fee to Apple in order to buy and use the device. Gurman claimed that this service is Apple’s biggest push into automatically recurring sales other than its current digital services.

Speaking of the latter, Apple has already been pushing recurring subscription services to consumers for the past few years. These include Apple TV Plus, Apple Music, Apple News Plus, Apple Arcade and more.

The Bloomberg report further claimed that Apple will be charging a monthly charge similar to the specific device’s price divided by either 12 or 24 months, depending on the package picked. Furthermore, the service may also have the option to upgrade to next-gen devices as they are released.

While Gurman has been right consistently in the past, do take these information with a grain of salt as nothing is confirmed as of yet. However, if these plans turn out to be true, it would potentially be replicated by other major tech companies like most of Apple's previous moves such as the removal of the headphone jack and charger in the box.

Nevertheless, the whole thing looks like an interesting concept which is quite practical too. I mean, many Malaysians are already purchasing iPhones through monthly instalments, so why not just cut the middleman and pay monthly directly to Apple?

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Apple signs agreement with Qualcomm for 5G modem chipsets for next 4 years

Qualcomm must be laughing now as it seems Apple can't avoid using Qualcomm 5G modem chipsets for a few more years. Recently, a public document was found detailing a partnership where Qualcomm will supply Apple with Qualcomm chipsets.

Keens eyes of the people at Winfuture first spotted the document, which was published by the US International Trade Commission (USITC). It confirms that the Qualcomm Snapdragon X55, X60, X65, and X70 chipsets will be supplied to Apple over a period of roughly 4 years. While the latter three chipsets have yet to be launched and are probably placeholder names, the Snapdragon X55 modem chipset is already available and often paired with the Snapdragon 865 chipset.

What this means is that Apple will have a 5G device in 2020 that's powered by a Qualcomm. In fact, the document states that Apple wants to launch new models that use the Qualcomm Snapdragon X55 chipset between 1 June 2020 and 31 May 2021. Based on this timeline, there's a high chance that the iPhone 12, or possibly some other device, would have a variant with 5G.

Apple did buy over Intel's 5G modem business last year and was reported to be looking at building its own 5G antennas. But how soon can we see an Apple product that uses its own 5G parts and which device would it be? Let us know what you think on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Apple sold more watches in 2019 than the Swiss watch industry

Based on a statement by Strategy Analytics, Apple has shipped about 31 million Apple Watch in 2019, which is 10 million more than the entire Swiss watch industry combined in that year. This is due the to attractive and user-friendly nature the Apple Watch provides, which is very appealing to a lot of customers.

This is quite a step up for Apple due to the fact that in 2018, they’ve shipped only 22.5 million units while the Swiss watch industry shipped about 24 million units. With all that said, what are your thoughts on Apple outselling an entire industry combined in 2019? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple starts producing prototypes of iPads with OLED panels that focus on lightweight design

A new report says that Apple has started producing iPads with OLED panels, and they would offer a lightweight design and improved image quality. According to ET News, the prototypes are being produced with Korean display partners Samsung and LG Display, which allows the tech giant to conduct a series of tests.

To offer a lightweight iPad with OLED, Apple adopts a dry etching process that significantly reduces the weight of the display. The company did not use this etching process to make the iPhone's OLED panel lighter since it already offers a weight reduction compared to previous iPhones with LCD displays.

Besides that, it's said that Apple is also developing a special coating to increase the display's durability. If the rumours were to be trusted, the first OLED iPad models would include an 11-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro and launch in 2024.

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


Apple submits display patent for variable refresh rate of up to 240Hz

If you thought phones will stop at 144Hz, think again. In their quest to one-up each other, brands continue to push the hardware available in phones. Now, a new Apple patent shows that the company wants to push display tech further.

According to Macrumors, Apple has published a new patent on the USPTO for a display with a very high variable refresh rate. The idea is to have a high refresh rate mode that will multiply the native refresh rate of a phone's display. For instance, a 60Hz display would double to 120Hz while a 120Hz screen may boost up to 240Hz.

The 2f0 and 3f0 refers to how the refresh rate is being multiplied

Many analysts believe that at least 120Hz is a guarantee for 2021. In fact, it's said that Samsung will be supplying LTPO OLED displays with 120Hz for this year's iPhone 13 series. This means that the display for the iPhone 13 series could go up to 240Hz, but that's assuming the technology is ready to deploy.

Of course, this begs the question: Do we even need 240Hz on a smartphone display? Well, some would say why not, but what do you think? Share your opinions in the comment section below and do stay tuned to TechNave for more news on the latest gadgets and tech.


5G network trial started today by Celcom and Ericsson

Today, Celcom Axiata Berhad and Ericsson have showcased their first ever 5G network trial in Malaysia, as well as the first 5G trial conducted on the 28GHz band in South East Asia. This was witnessed by Yang Berhormat Dato' Jailani Johari, Deputy Minister of Communications and Multimedia today, at Celcom's headquarters.

This number came up for a second before going back to 18 giga bytes

This is the result of the memorandum of understanding signed by Celcom and Ericsson back in February 2017, as an effort for supporting the "Digital Malaysia" vision for Wawasan 2020. The 5G Radio Prototype demonstrated its speed of reaching up to 19Gbps and latency as low as 5ms, this achievement will be useful for future uses such as robotic control, connected environment, virtual reality, internet of things (IoT) and 4K video streaming over 5G.

A mini robotic crane demo controlled by the person's hand via sensor

A self balancing robot with a latency demo test

NB-IoT Smart Parking, this helps people to get connected in underground parking lots

The MBB device that strengthens the signal underground

The "journey to 5G" sees key technologies such as the 4x4 multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO) and 256 QAM (quadrature amplitude modulation) to provide users with data speeds up to 400Mbps. Also in the near future, Celcom will deploy IoT to enable digital and connected lifestyle.

Do keep in mind that this is just a trial at the moment, so the commercial usage for 5G is still a long way and Celcom is looking at the year 2020 to rollout new plans with the technology. Stay tuned for more news at TechNave.com.


Apple submits patent for smartwatch band with embedded batteries

Now that more brands have smartbands and smartwatches, leading companies need to have new ideas to stay ahead. Apple seems to have a pretty good one too if it ends up becoming a reality. Specifically, we're referring to a patent for a unique smartband design.

According to AppleInsider, Apple has submitted a new patent detailing a watch band that's capable of storing batteries in it. There will be a connector that links multiple small batteries within the band together, as well as to the watch body. This Battery Band could provide Apple with flexibility in design, allowing them to make more space in future Apple Watch series devices for other components or extend the battery life.

An illustration of how the wristband could be designed

There's also a second patent for a stretchable band made out of fabric material. With this type of band, users could wear the Apple Watch not just on their wrist but also attach it to other parts of their body. It could also enable the creation of other types of devices, such as a tracker that can be attached to a user's ankle.

Of course, it's important to remember that patents don't always result in actual products, so take these with a grain of salt. Still, what do you think about these new ideas? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


Apple submits patent on alternate sensors for voice detection

Wow, Apple has sure been working on a lot of new techs lately. It's only the start of 2021, but we've already seen one patent for MacBooks and another two for iPhones. But that doesn't seem to be the end, as sources have now found another patent to detect voices.

According to AppleInsider, Apple is researching on how to get Siri to detect specific voices and location of the voices by vibrations. Instead of using a microphone, the patent mentions using "Self-Mixing Interferometry Sensors". The reason for this is that a mic requires a port for air, so the device won't be completely air-tight. But Apple's proposed technology might be able to detect voices even if it's airtightly sealed.

Rather than a microphone, the basic idea is to use a panel that senses vibrations

Besides the ultrasonic sensors, Apple is also proposing the use of a variety of other sensors for light, touch, force, heat, and more. The idea is to use these sensors in a device like the Apple Watch to determine where the user is, as well as other Apple devices in your surroundings. For example, users wearing an Apple Watch could walk into a room with the Apple TV and it would be detected, allowing the former to wake the latter from low power mode.

Mind you, this is only at the patent stage for now. The tech may take years or may never be implemented, but it's something interesting to note. What do you think about it? Is a completely air-tight Apple Watch something you'd want? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more news.


Apple submitted a new wireless charging ecosystem patent for the MacBook and iPad too

Ever since the introduction of the MagSafe, many tech experts are predicting that Apple is secretly heading towards a future of a portless device. On top of that, there is a new patent that has been filed by the company on researching a new integration of multiple inductive charging coils on Macbooks and iPads.

Why do you need some charging coils on these devices? Well, this is so that your iPhone and Apple Watch could have the potential to be wirelessly charged on the devices. Dubbed as "Inductive charging between electronic devices", this is not a new thing as Huawei has done it already but to wireless charge it on a laptop and tablet is another story. Apparently, Apple has been studying this feature since 2016 but we aren't sure if it can be used practically.

From the graph above, Apple could be planning to have three wireless charging spots. One would be the outer lid of the MacBook whereas the other two spots are beside the tracking pad. The idea is there but if you want to use the laptop to work, the tracking pad area won't be usable.

As for the iPad, Apple has an idea that the tablet's display could have an "alignment condition" for a smaller device. This will require some new software integration which the UI could show some charging information "on the unobstructed part of the screen". Or either that, the iPhone or Apple Watch could just show the details while charging wirelessly.

That's the idea for now, but it would be difficult to come up with a prototype as Apple engineers have to deal with the thermal charging time and charging speed for each coil. It sounds something that can only be done in a sci-fi movie but what do you think? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple sued for not removing Telegram on the Apple App Store

It seems that Apple has recently been sued by the Coalition for a Safer Web for not removing Telegram from the Apple App Store. Based on what was mentioned by the coalition, Telegram was allegedly used as a communication tool by extremists to raid the US Capitol building located in Washington and it could be used for more the in the future.

But that’s not all, the Coalition for a Safer Web also mentioned that Apple is aware of the hateful content circulating on Telegram but did not take action based on the guidelines they have set up. With that in mind, there could be a possibility that Telegram might be removed from the Apple App Store at the end of the lawsuit.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on Apple being sued by the Coalition for a Safer Web? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple supplier hints at the iPhone 15’s removal of physical buttons in favour of solid-state haptic buttons

Recently, rumours have been circulating recently that Apple is looking to replace the iPhone 15 Pro’s physical buttons with touch-sensitive surfaces. Now, we may have more concrete details of this taking place, as Apple supplier Cirrus Logic revealed the matter in its investor note last week.

As reported by MacRumours, Cirrus Logic supplies high-performance mixed-signal chips which include haptic drivers for the iPhones’ Taptic Engine. In a letter to shareholders last month, the company said that it expects to ‘bring a new HPMS component to market in smartphones next year’, which includes haptic drivers for iPhones that will potentially be used for a solid-state volume and power buttons.

Moreover, Cirrus Logic CEO John Forsyth revealed in an earnings call this month that the new component will enter the market in the ‘back half of next year’, aligning it with the release of the iPhone 15 series. In addition, Barclays analysts Blayne Curtis and Tom O’Malley referred to Cirrus Logic’s new HPMS component as being likely used by Apple to remove physical buttons on the iPhone 15 series in favour of haptic buttons in the solid-stated volume and power buttons.

Of course, this is just mere speculation as of right now, so do take this information with a grain of salt. Nevertheless, it’ll be interesting how Apple would implement solid-state volume and power buttons on its iPhone series.

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


Apple tested two foldable iPhone Prototypes. Will it be unveiled soon?

Based on a statement by macrumors.com, it seems that Apple recently ran a durability test for 2 of their foldable iPhone prototypes not too long ago. While not much is known in regards to the official release date, it does give us a better idea on when to expect the upcoming smartphone to be unveiled.

Other than that, our source mentioned that one of the foldable iPhones will come with a design that similar to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2, while the other seems to have a clamshell design similar to that of the Galaxy Z Flip. However, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Apple has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

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


Apple tested under-display fingerprint sensors, but won't use it for iPhone 13

Earlier this year, rumours claimed that Touch ID might make a return to the iPhone. Apple was granted a patent for an under-display Touch ID and has likely been testing it in the last few months. However, we might not get it this year after all.

A report last month suggested that Apple won't be launching the iPhone 13 series with Touch ID this year. According to Mark Gurman (via MacRumors), Apple has been testing under-display fingerprint sensors for Touch ID on iPhones. However, the sensors "won't make the cut". The exact reason wasn't mentioned, but this could be due to performance issues or difficulties in getting it to work with the latest iOS version.

Interesting enough, Apple could look to improve Face ID for iPhones. Gurman claims that Apple's plans to have under-display Face ID as the ultimate goal. If this is true, Apple could just drop the under-display Touch ID completely. Another possibility is that the Touch ID could be integrated into the power button.

So, will the iPhone 13 come with Touch ID or not? Well, we'll find out very soon since the launch is just around the corner. But with that said, what else are you hoping to see from the upcoming iPhone series? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for further updates.


Apple tests 3 flexible displays for the iWatch, 1.5-inch prototype already completed

The rumoured Apple iWatch set for a 2014 reveal may have a flexible display as new rumours surface that Apple are working on 3 designs for the smartwatch using flexible displays. These rumours come from Korean media who are the likely makers of said flexible displays like Samsung's Youm and LG's flexible OLED displays. According to these reports, Apple is looking at 1.3-inch, 1.4-inch and 1.5-inch display sizes while "a prototype of the 1.5-inch has already been made". Unfortunately, no other tech specs or features were mentioned and we again have no Malaysia release dates or pricing for the Apple iWatch. Previous rumours indicate that we could see the Apple iWatch in late 2014, which could be the next IFA event and along with a possible iPhone 6 announcement. As usual, stay tuned and we'll keep you posted.


Apple the HomePod Mini and MagSafe Charging: HomePod Mini with Siri integration, MagSafe Wireless Charging from RM179

Other than the iPhone 12 series launch, Apple also unveiled the Apple HomePod Mini which is a compact smart speaker that’s wrapped in a satisfying looking mesh outer shell. Due to the fact that it’s a smart speaker, it comes equipped with Siri integration to help control a wide range of IoT products as well as act as a personal assistant to the user for the price of 99USD (~RM409).

But that’s not all, you’ll be able to seamlessly stream content such as music and podcasts from your iPhone to any Apple HomePad Mini located in your house. It can also function as an Intercom, which lets you communicate from one HomePad Mini to another in another room.

Other than that, there’s also the MagSafe accessories from RM179 that allows the users to charge their iPhone 12 smartphones via wireless charging. In order to ensure maximum efficiency while charging, all MagSafe charging accessories use magnets to make sure that the wireless charger is placed directly over the receiver.

But that’s not all, accessories can also utilize the magnets at the back of the iPhone 12 to mount accessories such as cardholder at RM269, MagSafe casing at RM219, as well as many more. With all that said, would you be interested in getting any of the accessories mentioned above? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple to add 9 devices to its ‘vintage’ list, including the Intel MacBook Pro with Touch Bar and 9.7-inch iPad Pro

Apple is set to add 9 devices to its ‘vintage’ list at the end of this month, marking 5 years since the company last distributed them for sale. These include popular devices such as the first MacBook Pro series with Touch Bar, the 9.7-inch iPad Pro as well as the 27-inch iMac.

As reported by MacRumors, who spotted the internal memo by Apple to its Stores and Authorised Service Providers, the devices will be added into the vintage list on 31 July 2022. Here’s a full list of applicable Apple devices:

Being added into the vintage list pretty much spells the end of the devices’ official first-hand availability and repairability support by Apple. However, starting from the second half of 2018, Apple vintage products can still be repaired by Apple Stores and Apple Authorised Service Providers should the devices only been in the vintage list for less than 24 months and if they are spare parts available.

Hence, if you’re an owner of any of these devices and have issues with them, you may have to look into third-party repair services to get them fixed. That is quite a bummer as most of these devices are still working fine until today for most users.

What do you guys think of these additions into the Apple vintage list? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest tech news!


5G officially launches in Malaysia and here's how the 5G coverage sites look like

Today, Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) officially launched 5G coverage commercially in Putrajaya, Cyberjaya and a few spots in Kuala Lumpur. Alongside Telekom Malaysia Berhad (TM) on behalf of unifi Mobile and YTL Communications Sdn Bhd on behalf of YES, these two companies are the first mobile operators to provide 5G access.

Since TM and YTL are the first two companies to take advantage of DNB’s offer of free wholesale 5G services, users with 5G-compatible devices who are living in the aforementioned areas will be able to finally experience an average speed of at least 100Mbps. During the ceremony, it was reminded that the wholesale 5G services to the Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) will cost lesser than their 4G services which should offer lower prices of 5G services.

As a provider of wholesale 5G services, DNB will not be competing with the industry in providing 5G retail services to end-users. Instead, DNB is complementing efforts by the MNOs to accelerate the adoption of 5G in the country. End users are encouraged to contact their respective service providers to enquire about 5G availability.

According to the company's schedule, DNB is aiming to roll out 5G coverage to 80% of the population by 2024. That said, unifi hasn't exactly mention any of the plan packages yet but you can check out YES's first 5G prepaid and postpaid plans here. Until then, we can only wait and see for the official announcements by them. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple to bring Stage Manager to older iPad Pro models in a future iPadOS 16 update

iPadOS 16 was unveiled by Apple during WWDC 2022 but the update itself is not coming to iPads until next month. One of the most stand-out features has got to be Stage Manager and it looks like Apple is making a ‘u-turn’ from its previous decision on the feature and will be bringing it into non-M1-powered iPads.

Specifically, the feature will be making its way to iPad Pro models using the A12X and A12Z chips. Previously, Stage Manager is only limited to iPads that are powered by the M1 chip, with Apple citing how the feature requires “large internal memory, incredibly fast storage and flexible external display I/O” to run smoothly.

However, the tech giant has now backtracked on that decision by making a few tweaks to make it run better on older iPad Pro models. In a statement to engadget, Apple said that Stage Manager will only run on the older iPad Pro’s internal display and won’t work on external displays.

Moreover, Apple also revealed that it is temporarily removing external display support even for M1 iPad Pro models with iPadOS 16 beta 5 to tweak and fix some issues with Stage Manager. Well, better delay the feature’s launch than release a buggy version I suppose.

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


Apple to collaborate with Hyundai Motor to develop the Apple Car

Based on a statement by gizmochina, it seems that Apple will be collaborating with Hyundai Motor to manufacture Apple’s upcoming vehicle called the Apple Car. While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date and local pricing of the aforementioned vehicle, our source did mention that it will most likely be available in either 2024 or 2028.

Do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Apple has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. However, a report from Hankyung seems to confirm that Hyundai will help develop specialised batteries for the Apple Car, which will most likely be manufactured in Hyundai’s facilities in the US.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on Apple and Hyundai working with Hyundai to develop the vehicle in question? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple to eventually switch from Lightning port to USB-C port for iPhones in 2023

Apple not using the USB-C port has been an issue for the European Committee. Recently, the law that forces every smartphone manufacturer to adopt USB-C ports for devices sold in the region has gained overwhelming support. Therefore, it might be one of the reasons for this new report to appear, saying Apple will eventually ditch the Lightning port for iPhone 15 in 2023.

The information came from reputable analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Previously, Kuo mentioned that the company would be sticking with the Lightning port on the iPhones for the "foreseeable future," stating that switching to USB-C would be harmful to Apple's MiFi business and has lesser waterproof specification. However, the tech giant has switched lanes now, and the pressure from the EU should be one of the main reasons.

Switching from Lightning port to USB-C port should bring more benefits than harm for users. Besides allowing faster charging speed, it could also speed up the transfer rate of media files, including photos and videos. The most important thing is you'll only need one cable to charge all the devices if you own some Android machines.

What do you think about Apple making this move? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech news.


Apple to fix the new Studio Display’s disappointing webcam quality with a software update

Just a week after the 27-inch Studio Display was released by Apple, users are already complaining about the monitor’s lacklustre webcam quality. Most of the criticism came from reviewers who got their hands on the product a little earlier than the public.

Following the complaints, Apple has since released a statement saying that the monitor’s camera is ‘not behaving as expected’. Furthermore, as reported by Input, Apple stressed that a software update is currently in the works to fix the issue, though no release date has been given just yet.

The Studio Display is a monitor intended for professionals that supports 5K resolution that is priced at RM6999 for its standard glass version and RM8299 for the Nano-texture glass version. It is even powered by Apple’s A13 Bionic chipset found inside its older iPhones for improved performance, including for improved imaging for the monitor’s webcam that supports the Centre Stage feature.

With that in mid, the lacklustre webcam quality as shared in the Studio Display’s reviews by The Verge,The Wall Street Journal and other publications make it the more surprising. Theoretically, the 12-megapixel webcam should be performing well with improved image quality thanks to the A13 chip.

Most of the reviews however said that the image quality is washed-out, noisy and didn’t look great in FaceTime or Zoom. Some even claimed that the quality is worse than the selfie camera on the iPhone 11 Pro which has the same A13 processor and Megapixel count.

Therefore, it is most likely that the problem is with software rather than the webcam’s hardware. Let’s hope that it would be fixed soon as consumers definitely won’t be happy with a mediocre webcam on an RM6999 monitor meant for professionals.

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Apple to focus more on the HomePod Mini while the original HomePod will be discontinued

When the original HomePod was unveiled by Apple in 2018, it came with a few issues ranging from poor audio quality to staining surfaces the product was placed on. With that in mind, a report by TechCrunch seems to suggest that Apple will officially discontinue the original smart speaker and instead focus on the new HomePod Mini which is priced significantly more affordable than its predecessor.

However, Apple did confirm that they will continue selling and providing support for the original HomePod while there are still stocks for it. So if you’re interested, be sure to check out the Apple authorised distributor closest to you.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on Apple discontinuing the original HomePod? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple to induct the 7th-generation iPod nano into the list of Vintage and Obsolete products

Ah, yes. The Apple iPod nano has finally entered the hall of Vintage and Obsolete products. We are not making up this name either, as this is a real webpage on Apple's website honouring past devices that are not commercially sold to the public for more than five years. If the device passes the seven-year mark, then they are dubbed as obsolete.

For your information, the last iPod nano device was released back in mid-2015 as the 7th-generation. For the 1st-generation, it was released on September 2005 and went through several redesigns such as the 3rd-generation which looked "fat". The 6th-generation also had a huge redesign by just being an all-screen device that mimics the Apple Watch series.

The 2nd-gen iPod nano design is not far off from the 1st-gen, but with more colour options

The 3rd (top) and 4th (bottom)-gen iPod nano

After the 7th-generation iPod nano, the device series got discontinued and replaced by the iPod shuffle and iPod touch. Currently, the Apple iPod touch is available in Malaysia for RM899 and looks like old school iPhones but featuring AR capability. Anyway, Apple will induct the 7th-generation iPod nano (alongside the 5th-generation too) into the Vintage and Obsolete list on 30 September officially.

Did you own an iPod nano before? If so, which one was your favourite? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple to introduce music streaming via AirPlay for its wireless audio devices

Yesterday, it was revealed that Lossless Audio for Apple Music wouldn't work with Apple's audio devices. That's not something you expect from the company, so it's not surprising that something was up. It turns out that Apple might have a plan for that.

In the latest Genius Bar Podcast, Jon Prosser suggested that Apple might have an update lined up to allow its audio devices to do so. Specifically, the plan is to make it possible to play Lossless Audio via AirPlay. The reason for that is AirPlay connects to devices using a wireless connection, which has more bandwidth than Bluetooth.

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Also, Apple could be working on a new audio codec that would allow Lossless Audio to play through Bluetooth. If that's the case, we can expect this new format to be added to the company's new earbuds or headphones. For instance, Apple is working on a new Beats Studio Buds and it could be something that can play Lossless Audio.

Of course, all the above is speculation, so take it with a grain of salt. But what do you think about the news? Share your thoughts in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates on it.


Apple to invest ~RM14 billion in Hyundai's subsidiary Kia for electric car production

Apple entering the car business is not the latest news anymore as the rumours have been roaming around for years. Earlier, it was reported that the tech giant has finally taken the first step by choosing Hyundai as a partner for car production. Now, the deal might be closed soon as Apple is reportedly going to invest 3.6 billion USD (~RM14 billion) in Hyundai's subsidiary Kia.

According to the source, Apple is targeting Kia for its US facilities in Georgia for the future production of the electric car. As mentioned previously, Apple is aiming to begin the manufacturing process by 2024 with the initial expectation of 100,000 vehicles per year. It is claimed that the number could even go up to 400,000 units per year.

Furthermore, the insiders have also revealed that the reasons for Apple to lean on Hyundai to enter the car business are the electric vehicle platform - E-GMP, the production facilities in the US, and its reported ability to begin vehicle production by 2024. It is said that Kia will handle the production and manufacturing, while Apple will be in charge of self-driving hardware, software and user experience, battery technologies, semiconductors, and form factor.

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


Apple to join CES 2020 for the first time showcasing their Homekit smart home system

Apple is no stranger when it comes to offering smart home products, but to our surprise - the company will be making their first official appearance (in a long long time) at the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas this year. According to sources, Apple will be showcasing the Homekit smart home system.

For those who are not aware, the Apple Homekit smart home system is compatible with many home appliance products such as lightbulbs, security cameras, smart plugs, and of course, Apple's own AppleTV and more. We don't think we will be seeing any Apple mainstream products like the iPhones and iPads, as they will usually announce it at their own WWDC event. Apple executive, Jane Horvath will be making her appearance on a Consumer Privacy panel on 7 January 2020.

The CES 2020 will start on 7 January 2020 and many tech brands will be there to announce what's new for us. Expect many new laptops and other innovative techs new such as Acer, Lenovo, ASUS and more at TechNave.com.


Apple to launch Mac mini in Mar 2022, iMac Pro in June 2022

For Apple fans, 1H 2022 will have plenty of new products coming their way. The company is gearing up to release new Mac PCs, with some undoubtedly in the mass production phase. Now, sources have provided an estimate of when some of these would be released.

According to Mark Gurman (via 9to5Mac), there's a total of seven Mac devices that will come with Apple Silicon this year. Some of them, including a new Mac mini and MacBook Pro, would be launched on 8 March 2022. Previously, renders of the Mac mini with M1 Pro/Max chip revealed some changes to design. As for the MacBook Pro, it's allegedly going to be an entry-level 13-inch model.

Moreover, Gurman claimed that there would be another Apple event in June 2022 (most likely WWDC). That launch is supposed to unveil an iMac Pro, Mac Pro, as well as a 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro. The new iMac Pro and Mac Pro is expected to feature upgraded Apple M1 Max chips, which would come with up to 40 CPU cores and 128 GPU cores.

After that, the company should launch the iPhone 14 series in September 2022 and more MacBooks in November 2022. In other words, it's going to be a full year for Apple. Which product are you most looking forward to? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


5G smartphone, gestures and more coming from Huawei in 2019

2019 is looking very competitive for the smartphone market. Many manufacturers are coming out with interesting innovations such as foldable phones, UD fingerprint scanners, triple cameras, a variety of notches and so on. Huawei looks geared and ready for 2019 with their plans on announcing their new 5G smartphone, a quad camera with insane optical zoom and full screen gestures coming to their devices.

Huawei recently announced their 5G data chip, the Balong 5000 and now they have confirmed that they will be unveiling their first 5G smartphone at MWC 2019. We can expect the phone to be released on the third quarter of next year. Huawei mentioned that the Kirin 980 can be utilized to build a 5G smartphone when combined with the Balong 5000. So far, Huawei only actively deploys it's 5G technology in the European market where their smartphones are steadily gaining attention.

Besides that, German technology blog AndroidPIT interviewed Walter Ji, the president of Huawei’s Business Consumer Group for the Western European Region. He mentioned their plans on releasing a flagship phone with four cameras and 10x optical zoom next year. Currently, the Huawei P20 Pro has three rear cameras and 5x optical zoom. This indicates an immense step up in their camera game for their next device.

Despite all these new features that will be added to their upcoming phones, Huawei has not forgotten about their existing devices. The Chinese company has announced full-screen gesture support to 34 of their existing smartphones. To those unfamiliar, full-screen gesture allows users to swipe in certain directions to go back, home, or open multiple apps. This allows the screen to be used at its maximum potential.

Any device that was released in the past two years will be eligible for this feature. As of right now, 21 out of the 34 devices already have this feature implemented. These devices include the Huawei Mate 20 series, the Mate RS Porsche Design, Mate 10 Porsche Design, the Nova series, and more. The models which are left out should be getting the update soon. Are you excited for what's to come from Huawei? For more updates on Huawei, make sure to follow TechNave.com!


Apple to launch a budget version of Apple Pencil

Apple Pencil has become a must-have accessory for the new iPads. If users want to unlock the full potential of the iPads, Apple Pencil is the key. However, not everyone can afford all these products together. Therefore, the company might be planning to make a budget version of the accessory, and we think it's better than nothing.

According to the source, the tech giant is working on an Apple Pencil that costs $50 (~RM224). This version of the Apple Pencil allegedly features iPhone compatibility and would also solve one of the big complaints about the 10th Gen iPad. The budget iPad uses a USB-C port to charge, but Apple Pencil gets juiced up through a Lightning port instead. Therefore, it requires users to purchase another dongle.

The budget Apple Pencil codenamed 'Marker' was expected to arrive at the September event. Unfortunately, it didn't happen. Therefore, we might have to wait until the next round. It's also said that some features would be absent in this budget Apple Pencil, including the pressure-sensing technology or a battery. However, even without a battery, Apple could develop a chip that can power up the stylus through the screen, which is something we've seen in the Samsung Galaxy S Pen.

What do you think about the news? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest tech update.


Apple to launch new monitor in 2022 at half the price of Pro Display XDR

As you may know, but Apple has some high-end products for professionals. This includes the Pro Display XDR monitor, which is a 32-inch Retina display with a 6K resolution that costs a whopping (RM19999). Most people can't afford this, but Apple could be working on a cheaper model.

According to Mark Gurman (via AppleInsider), Apple will launch a new monitor some time this year. This model will allegedly cost half the price of the Pro Display XDR's US retail price of USD4999. If that's true, we estimate the price to be USD2499 or around RM10423. It's not quite half the price in Malaysian Ringgit, but should still be a notable price reduction.

This means that the new model should have reduced capabilities compared to the Pro Display XDR. For example, the new model could be a 27-inch 4K monitor. The reduction in size and resolution would significantly lower production costs, which then leads to a lower retail price. It could also be using a new panel or cheaper materials.

Of course, this can only be considered speculation for now, so take it with a grain of salt. After all, there is no further info regarding this rumoured monitor. Would this so-called cheaper variant of the Pro Display XDR be of interest to you? Let us know if you'd buy it in the comments below!