These camera samples of Paris with the Huawei P30 Pro prove its awesome zoom-in capabilities

The Huawei P30 series is now out and we’ve heard of its zoom capabilities. If you’re not up to speed, the Huawei P30 with a triple rear camera setup with 40MP + 16MP (ultra-wide angle) + 8MP (telephoto) sensors. Meanwhile, the Huawei P30 Pro is equipped with a quad rear camera setup with 40MP + 20MP (ultra-wide angle) + 8MP (telephoto) + a ToF sensor.

The P30 comes with a 10x lossless zoom and an impressive 30x digital zoom whereas the P30 Pro has 10x lossless zoom and a whopping 50x digital zoom. We managed to get our hands on the Huawei P30 Pro and decided to have a look at the City of Lights, Paris, through the lenses of this camera-centric beast and we aren’t disappointed. Have a look at these side by side comparisons between the 1x, 5x, 10x and 50x zooms shots that we’ve taken. All photos are 1x on the left, 5x second from the left, 10x is the third photo and the last one would be 50x zoom.

Surprise! There's a gnome on the bottle!

Check out all that detailing you would never have seen unless you scaled up the Arc de Triomphe yourself!

Now with the 50x zoom, we can really discover the secret behind Mona Lisa's smile

I never realised how curly this man's beard is until the 50x zoom arrived in my life

Seeing all these details that I would never have noticed before only makes the 50x zoom even more fun and better to use. The best part about all this is the fact that I don't have to be at the very front of a crowd just to take a photo of something. I'm not saying that the 50x zoom would give you the best quality shots in the world as opposed to actually being able to stand in front of the subject you want to photograph but it is a huge step further in the right direction for mobile camera zoom technology.

If you're interested in getting your very own Huawei P30 Pro and discover what you can see with the x50 zoom yourself, you can head on over to one of the 11 Huawei P30 roadshows in Malaysia and get yourself some pretty cool freebies while you're at it or just head on over to the nearest Huawei experience stores!


These iPhone 12 series dummies suggest that Apple won’t be using USB-C and more

Every year, Apple would release a wide variety of gadgets, and the one that we look forward to the most is the iPhone series. The new iPhone would get revealed every September and we think Apple may still launch the iPhone 12 series this upcoming September as long as it’s not affected by the pandemic.

A few days ago, Mobile Fun posted a video about the iPhone 12 dummies. In the video, they compare 3 iPhone 12 models which are the iPhone 12 (5.4-inch), iPhone 12 Pro (6.1-inch), and iPhone 12 Pro Max (6.7-inch). The iPhone 12 Max didn’t appear in the video but it is expected to be the same size as the iPhone 12 Pro. The only difference between the iPhone 12 Max and iPhone 12 Pro are the dual rear cameras and the latter might sport a LiDAR sensor.

The iPhone 12 series dummies lightning port

Besides that, the body design of the iPhone 12 series is quite similar to the first generation iPhone SE, especially the flat sides which are better for holding the phone. On the other hand, there’s an ongoing rumour that the iPhone 12 series might feature a USB-C port but in the video, we can still see that the dummies are using the lightning port.

Do kindly note that the video is based on rumours so it should be taken with a grain of salt. Are you looking forward to the iPhone 12 series? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news at TechNave.com.


These iPhones are still on sale from the price of RM1999 in Malaysia

With Apple announcing the iPhone 12 series last night, Apple Malaysia has updated the price of all the previous generation iPhones to start from as low as RM1999. In addition to that, it seems that they have discontinued some iPhones, namely the iPhone 11 Pro, as well as the iPhone 11 Pro Max from being sold in Malaysia.

To go into more detail, Apple Malaysia adjusted the price of the iPhone XR to start from the price of RM2399 (originally from RM3599), while the iPhone SE and iPhone 11 starts from RM1999 (originally RM2699) and from RM2899 (originally from RM3399) respectively. Head over to Apple Malaysia’s official website if you are interested in finding out more information regarding all the smartphones mentioned above, or if you’re keen on purchasing any of them.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on the price reduction of the iPhones? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


These new limited-edition badminton themed Touch 'n Go cards will be on sale in Axiata Arena this weekend

Once again, Touch 'n Go will have another set of special enhanced cards. Collaborating with the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM), there will be four limited edition cards featuring our local professional badminton players, whereby fans can purchase them for sale this weekend.

According to the social media posts, the limited edition cards will be available for purchase at the Touch 'n Go booths in Axiata Arena on the 14th and 15th of January 2023. To be more specific, it will be held in Car-Park D, from 10 AM until 10 PM but no price was mentioned. For reference, a normal TNG card is RM10 so expect a much higher price than that.

We’re here at BAM Juara Fest 2023! Make your way to Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil, Car-Park D from now until 15 Jan 2023, 10am-10pm. Seize this opportunity to get yourself a Touch ‘n Go special bundle deal at our booth which you won’t want to miss. Get it now while stock last! #TNG pic.twitter.com/f0ZxVKXq4l

Of the four limited edition cards, each consists of Soh Wook Yik and Aaron Chia as a double pair for men, followed by Nur Izzuddin Rumsani and Goh Sze Fei, as well as Pearly Tan and Thinaah Murahlitharan for the women's doubles team. Finally, singles player Ng Tze Yong is also featured. The badminton players also put their signatures on their respective cards.

At the moment, there's also a special TNG Icelandic Frost card but you can only get it if you buy the HONOR 70 for RM1999. What do you think of the new limited edition cards? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


These renders show off the OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro, OnePlus 7 front finally revealed with waterdrop notch

OnePlus has been marketing the OnePlus 7 Pro aggressively these few weeks with little to no mention about the standard OnePlus 7. Some press renders have finally surfaced for the less talked about device and it looks very similar to its predecessor, the OnePlus 6T.

The OnePlus 7 features a waterdrop notch with a much wider earpiece, doubling as one of the two stereo speakers. The bezels on the side remain the same size as before which isn’t a bad thing as they’re already pretty thin as is. You’ll find dual rear cameras on the back unlike on the OnePlus 7 Pro which has a triple camera setup. Sensors on the OnePlus 7 include a 48MP Sony IMX586 sensor and comes in a circle shaped LED flash. The device utilizes a USB-C port, an alert and power button on the right side of the phone and the volume buttons on the left.

As of right now, more tech specs that we know of for the OnePlus 7 include a 6.41 inch FHD+ AMOLED display, the Snapdragon 855 chipset, 6GB/8GB + 128GB/256GB of internal storage, 4150mAh battery capacity with 30W Warp Charge fast charging technology. Compared to the Pro, the device does sound a little less exciting without the 90Hz refresh, pop up selfie camera and triple rear camera setup but we can count on the device being a lot more friendly on our wallets. On the bight side, both devices will feature UFS 3.0.

Speaking of the OnePlus 7 Pro, new renders for the device have emerged showing off a brand new Almond colour. The renders also show off the OnePlus 7 Pro. The curved screens on the side remind us of the Samsung Galaxy S10 device and the bezels are very thin so users can enjoy an almost bezel-less display thanks to the pop up selfie camera.

To make the display even better, the device comes with a 90Hz refresh rate on the 6.67 inch screen, fitting with the hastag #fastandsmooth. We expect the device to launch in 3 colours: Mirror Grey, Almond, and Nebula Blue on the 14th of May. So which one would you choose? The OnePlus 7 or the OnePlus 7 Pro? Find out more news on the OnePlus 7 series on TechNave.com!


Things you didn't know what the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 S-Pen can do

Before the release of the Samsung Galaxy Note 9, the S-Pen did everything that a stylus could do like quickly dropping down notes and drawing. This time around Samsung decided to think outside of the box and now the S-Pen has Bluetooth connectivity right now. It may seem like a small incremental update, but it certainly adds more convenience and functionality to our daily tasks. You can see all of these in our short skit video, but to explore it further here are some things you didn't know what the S-Pen can do.

Not that we want to start off with a #foreveralone vibe, but the S-Pen now allows you to snap a picture without having to touch the phablet. Big deal? Of course, it is. Have you ever found yourself in a situation where your friends just can't help you take a good picture? Obviously yes, right? So this is where the S-Pen comes to the rescue as you can now use it to remotely take a picture. What's more, you can also skip the awkwardness of asking someone to take the picture since you have the S-Pen now. Now that I think about it, this is particularly useful for group photos where you want everyone in the picture (including yourself) and you don't have a selfie stick handy.

You can now take solo model shots by yourself

Wefies and other group photos are also more convenient now

On top of that, you can also use the S-Pen to shift in between the pictures in the photo gallery as you please. Just tap the button on the stylus once to go forward and twice for backwards. Hook the Galaxy Note 9 up to a HDMI display, dim the lights and show those vacation photos off on a bigger stage without having to pass it to everyone one-by-one.

As mentioned, pressing the button once will go to the next item and twice for the previous item. But in the case of video and music players, pressing the button twice skips the video or song onto the next one, while a single press plays/pause it. There is one downside to it though, you will have to manually play the video or song first before you can start using the S-Pen but oh well... at least you will have a hands free experience after that.

Well, now you know what I like to watch in my free time

Think about it, since the S-Pen is also water-resistant, you can basically catch your drama episodes from Netflix while you're showering, or in the car getting through a traffic jam or binge-watching on your couch lazily without having to touch the phablet. Aside from YouTube, this also works for any music player and video player, as well as the voice recorder inside the Galaxy Note 9.

Not an accurate illustration, but you get the point

Oh man, this one is probably the coolest thing you can do in front of your superiors for showing off the S-Pen capability and your presentation abilities. Imagine not having to bring your laptop to get connected to the projector and just plug in your Galaxy Note 9 into a monitor via a USB Type-C to HDMI cable, then just control your presentation slides with the S-Pen. Imagine doing this for a business meeting, an auditorium classroom and any other presentation opportunity. Wouldn't that be AMAZING? Enough said.

Samsung has mentioned that the Bluetooth S-Pen is open up to other developers as well so that being said, it'll be interesting to see what new things they can come up with. Is it possible to play games with the S-Pen? How will it look like? Or maybe in the future, clicking the button will start up the phablet or Bixby itself? Accepting incoming calls? Speaking of that, it would be pretty cool if Samsung turns the S-Pen into a more advanced tool, such as a mini caller tool to actually have a network call with another person or a maybe even have a built-in laser pointer. The possibilities are endless.

So there you have it, this is what the S-Pen can do and what do you think? Yay or meh? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more news at TechNave.com.


Things you need to know about the OnePlus Nord 5G before buying! | Unboxing & Hands-On!

The long awaited OnePlus Nord has finally launched in Malaysia yesterday after a month of teasers. As for the price point, OnePlus has made the right choice this time to park the Nord into the midrange category this time with the price starting from RM1799 and a bundle package of RM2399 for the 12GB RAM and 256GB ROM with the OnePlus Buds. But is this smartphone worth buying in? In terms of the whole packaging and design, OnePlus has never let us down with all the details on its retailer box. But on the phone itself, it doesn't come with the Matte finish which it has a glossy back cover finish with alumnium trim on the sides. As for the displays, you'll get a 90Hz refresh rate on the 6.44-inch Fluid AMOLED FHD+ display with dual punch-hole seldfie camera and a quad camera modiular on the rear. So let's check out how it performs in the video below.

What do you think about the OnePlus Nord? Let us know in the comments at our Facebook and also on our Youtube Channel so we can discuss it together! Do stay tuned for more in-depth reviews and unboxing videos on TechNave.com!


Apple could buy iPhone storage chips from a Chinese chipmaker for the first time

After encountering a disruption in its supply chain, Apple might be buying flash memory from a Chinese supplier for the very first time. However, due to the current political issues between its home country and China, it could be a bad decision for the company.

The tech giant currently buys a high proportion of its iPhone storage chips from two Japanese companies, Western Digital and Kioxia. Unfortunately, two of their plants faced unspecified contamination issues last month. Therefore, it might be why Apple is looking for more options to diversify its suppliers.

According to Bloomberg, the company is now testing sample NAND flash memory chips made by Hubei-based Yangtze Memory Technologies Co., owned by chipmaking champion Tsinghua Unigroup Co. The companies have also been in discussions for months though no final decisions have been made.

The source also notes that working with Yangtze could lead Apple to face criticism back home, considering "Washington and Beijing are fraying over China's ambiguous stance on the Ukraine war as well as American efforts to contain its technological ascent." Furthermore, Yangtze's technology is one generation behind the tech giant's current suppliers, so it might take years to persuade the iPhone maker. For example, BOE was said to supply the company with display panels in 2017, but the first order only happened in 2020.

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


Things you should know before buying an iPhone 12 series smartphone in Malaysia from today onwards

If you have skipped the iPhone 12 series pre-order last week to wait for the availability today, well now it's the time. Here's a friendly reminder than all four iPhone 12 models - the iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro and the iPhone 12 Pro Max are now in Malaysia and we happen to be one of the first few countries to have all four models.

A friendly reminder - buying the iPhone 12 series smartphone will only come with the USB C to Lightning cable with no USB C charger adapter. Apple's own USB C charger adapter is RM99 and we think that's quite expensive but no worries, we made a list of affordable and recommended third-party USB C chargers so you can take a look over here. If you're not sure about which iPhone 12 model to get, we also wrote about how to choose the right one based on your needs.

The MagSafe, Leather Wallet and new Silicone Cases with MagSafe are also now available from RM179 on Apple Malaysia's website here

Apart from the Apple Malaysia website, you can still make your iPhone 12 series purchase from our local telcos. By now, the pre-order promotion period should be over but the postpaid packages should still be more or less the same. You can check out our comparison article between Celcom, Digi, Maxis and U Mobile on what they are offering right over here. You can also get one from Shopee as they are offering up to RM400 discount vouchers and an additional RM50 off on Apple accessories.

Last but not least, all the four iPhone 12 series smartphones will start shipping from 19 November 2020 onwards. The shipping dates for the devices aren't the same though, as the iPhone 12 mini and iPhone 12 are expected to ship between 19 to 23 November, whereas the pro variants will be shipping much later from 26 November to 3 December 2020. But hey, sometimes a miracle can happen and it may arrive earlier than expected.

A recap of the price tag for each variant

If your friends or family are looking to get their hands on the iPhone 12 series today onwards, you can send them this link first to give them a head's up. Stay tuned for more trending gadget news at TechNave.com.


Think phone screens are getting too big? Well, you can now watch YouTube videos on the Apple Watch

If for whatever reason you think that smartphone screens nowadays are too big to watch content on, then this new app for the Apple Watch is the very thing you’ve been waiting for. Called WatchTube, this watchOS app allows you to watch YouTube videos on the Apple Watch and it works surprisingly well for a third-party app.

Available for download from the Apple watchOS App Store, you can straightaway watch YouTube videos from the cute tiny screen of your Apple Watch similar to the YouTube app on the iPhone. In fact, the third-party app even shows videos that are trending on its Home page similar to the YouTube app.

There are four sections on the app, namely Home, Search, Library and Settings which are exactly as what you imagined it to be. In fact, the WatchTube app will even be adding an ‘audio-only’ mode in the near future whereby you can stream videos and listen on your headphones with the screen turned off.

The only thing missing is the ability to login to your YouTube account and the caveats of doing so such as writing comments and liking videos on the app. However, that may be a plus for those that don’t like their watch history being tracked by Google.

Available for Apple Watches that run on watchOS 6 or newer, you can download WatchTube for free on the watchOS App Store here. So, what do you guys think of WatchTube?

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


Thinnest and and lightest Microsoft Surface 3 tablet coming to Malaysia on 9 May 2015 from RM1989

(from left to right) Rukmani Subramanian, Chief Marketing & Operations Officer, Microsoft Malaysia and K. Raman, Managing Director, Microsoft Malaysia with the Microsoft Surface 3 tablet

Microsoft Malaysia recently and officially launched their new Microsoft Surface 3 tablet. While it is the thinnest and lightest Surface tablet to date, it is also the most affordable, starting at RM1989 for the version with 2GB RAM and 64GB storage while the version with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage retails for RM2389. Designed as the tablet that can work like a laptop, the Surface 3 tablet will be available in Malaysia from 9 May 2015 at authorized retailers like Aone Plus Supplies & Services, Harvey Norman, All IT Hypermarket, PC Image Sdn Bhd, Senheng Electric, senQ Digital Station, SNS Network, Thunder Match Technology, Viewnet Computer System, Hello Station at Suria KLCC, and Style Vision. Stand out tech specs and features include a 10.8-inch ClearType HD multi-touch display, Surface Pen stylus, Dolby Audio-enhanced sound and built-in three-position kickstand. The durable magnesium case only weighs 622g and it comes with the full Windows 8.1 experience with free upgrade to Windows 10 and one-year subscription to Microsoft Office 365 personal. Here's what Microsoft had to say about it:

“When we first envisioned Surface years ago, we challenged ourselves with an ambitious goal: to build a perfect product, a tablet that can replace your laptop. It wasn’t something we would achieve overnight and we couldn’t do it alone. So we went on that journey with our customers – listening and learning – and that desire to build something that people will love is what drives us. We are extremely thrilled with the enthusiastic response from Malaysians when we began our Surface journey in Malaysia – beginning with Surface RT and Pro in 2013, which continued with Surface 2 and our big hit release Surface Pro 3 last year. The feedback we have been receiving consistently shows us that when people try Surface, they love it. So our next challenge became how we get Surface into more people’s hands – and the result is Surface 3. Surface 3 is the best of a tablet yet works like a laptop – offering productivity and design people love about Surface Pro 3 in a thinner, lighter, more affordable package.” Rukmani Subramanian, Chief Marketing and Operations Officer, Microsoft Malaysia.


Third-party app that enables Google Stadia on iOS now back on App Store

Previously, there was a third-party app that allows iPhone and iPad users to get access to Google Stadia. Apple soon removed the app from its App Store, but the app is now back up for those of you who are hoping to game on the platform with your Apple devices.

According to AppleInsider, developer Zachary Knox announced the return of the Stadium app two days ago. It's now up as version 1.2, which comes with a few changes to the app, including support for a controller. Specifically, a new feature allows the app to bypass certain App Store restrictions, but the drawback is that some controllers might not be supported. Having said that, the default Google Stadia controller should work with no issue.

Stadium Browser is BACK! Introducing Stadium 1.2, now available on the App Store.There are a few changes you'll should know about, but I'm glad for it to exist again: https://t.co/EG3TUG5MeJ

Knox created Stadium as an alternative for Google Stadia users back in September. Unfortunately, new App Store regulations prevented the official Google Stadia from being approved. Stadium's method wasn't perfect either, as it used a method that Apple claimed was a potential security risk and was soon removed from the App Store.

As the world progresses towards 5G, cloud gaming could really be the trend in the future. But with that said, are any of you interested in it? Do let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


Third phase of MCO will allow several industry sectors to operate with a set of strict rules

All Malaysians must have heard the news that our government will further extend the MCO period until 28th April. Therefore, we will be entering the third phase of MCO after 14th April. During these days, many business operations and constructions have been halted and the country’s economic status has no doubt been affected. To boost the economy, our government will now allow several different industry sectors to apply for permission to operate as usual.

The list includes aerospace industry, the automotive sector, construction sites, architecture, quantity surveying and many more. For the sectors that are closer to daily lives, some services from hair salons to laundry services will also be included. For the retail sector, shops that sell hardware items, electric and electronic appliances will be eligible to submit the applications as well. Therefore, you will finally get a haircut or maybe purchase a new gaming console to help you survive the third phase of MCO.

To submit the applications, companies will have to log on to http://www.miti.gov.my from 13 April onwards to register. If your company fits the conditions, your application will be further processed. However, a set of strict rules will still have to be followed during operations, failure to do so might result in the immediate revocation of the operation permit and face legal actions.

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


This 10,000mAh battery smartphone cost ~RM1261 only

If you've heard of Oukitel before, then you should know that it's a brand that usually emphasizes on having big battery packs. Called as Oukitel WP6, this smartphone is carrying a 10,000mAh battery and even has 18W fast charging technology. In fact, you can even purchase it for $289.99 (~RM1261) and have free shipping via AliExpress.

For some reason, the chipset is the only thing that's missing on the page but we can assume that a MediaTek chipset is on board since Oukitel smartphones usually have it. Besides that, this rugged device features a rather large 6.3-inch FHD+ display with a 16MP front camera hanging out at the top-notch in the middle. There is a triple rear camera that consists of a 48MP main + 5MP depth + Auxilary cam setup, alongside a flashlight in the square-shaped camera module.

Equipping 6GB of RAM and 128GB storage, the Oukitel WP6 is also IP68 water and dust-resistant (not waterproof as advertised). The fingerprint sensor is side-mounted, located on the same side as the power button and volume buttons. There seem to be only 2 kinds of colour models as well which is part black and orange.

If you're actually interested in the smartphone, you can visit the store page on AliExpress.com right here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


This 2021 iPhone prototype suggests that it will be notchless and features a USB-C port

2021 is still a long way to go but it seems that Mac Otakara, an Apple news website from Japan has done a new mock-up product of the 2021 iPhone already. While information is scarce, we just learn that the 2021 iPhone could possibly be notchless with an in-display front camera and features a USB-C port for the first time as well.

According to Ming's notes, the 2021 iPhone series lineup is set to be a "true" wireless experience for the consumers. However, Mac Otakara's prototype is based on Alibaba's information so that's something new. Since it's not every day that we hear rumours from Alibaba, we think it's best to take it with a pinch of salt but it's still interesting to see a prototype that might or might not make it. The one you're seeing in the video is a 5.5-inch model and it's said that there will be 4 2021 iPhones in total.

Mac Otakara also said that this 5.5-inch model would be the "entry-level" type and could have a triple rear camera setup. On top of that, a notchless iPhone would also mean that Apple might have already figure out another way for users to utilized Face ID or either that, an in-display fingerprint sensor will be in place for that. They also compared the prototype with a 5.4-inch iPhone 12 prototype in the video as well.

Since it's all just speculation, we would like to remind everyone to take this with a pinch of salt. But anyway, having a notchless iPhone with a USB-C port sounds wonderful. What do you think? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


This 360 camera won't make you lose your memories, but boy does it look the part

When it comes to cameras, 360 cameras aren't really that widely used. But if you're interested in one, you might want to check out the one announced by Vecnos, a new startup company under Ricoh. The company's first prototype is an ultra-compact 360 camera that looks like a certain device from a certain movie franchise.

According to Wired, the 360 camera by Vecnos resembles the famed memory-erasing Neuralyzer from the Men in Black movie series. It comes with four camera lenses at the top of its body, with three of the lenses facing outwards while the fourth is on the tip facing upwards. There are two buttons that can be used to control the camera.

Vecnos has also announced that there will be an accompanying mobile app for the camera, which will make the creation of 360-degree videos easier. These will then be shareable to social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. From the description, it sounds like Vecnos wants to put this device into the hands of more consumers, which means it'll have to be priced reasonably. However, the company hasn't announced how much the camera will cost or when it would be launched yet.

Assuming that 360 cameras could come with more affordable prices for the average consumer in the future, would that convince you to buy one? Also, how you ever tried a 360 camera and find it useful? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


This Apple iPhone 11 is still alive after being underwater for months

You probably have read some news about smartphones surviving the unthinkable, such as being able to function after being submerged underwater. For this Apple iPhone 11 case, it's a miracle for Lisa as her iPhone dropped into a lake but was later retrieved and still functioning normally.

It all started last October, when Lisa and her husband, Jacob Troyer, took their daughter to a one-week Disney World tour. During the tour, Lisa lost her newly purchased iPhone 11 into the lake and it was a gone-case. So like most people, Lisa decided to get another and just moved on. Several months later until today, something unexpected happened.

Yup, Lisa's old iPhone 11 was found and it was returned to her by a Disney employee. Despite being submerged underwater for a long time (God knows), the iPhone 11 is still running normally and there seems to be no effect on the performance. In fact, the only issue her encountered was some sand and algae hanging on the phone's body. The photos stored inside are still in there too.

To recap, Apple was pretty late to the party for implementing the water and dust resistance feature for their iPhone series. It was first introduced on the iPhone 7 series and even though other Android phones had it already, they weren't as resilient as Apple's (just saying). By the way, you can check out our iPhone 11 review right here.

Know any stories like this from your friends and family? Stay tuned for more cool tech news at TechNave.com.


This CareOS smart mirror costs up to around ~RM24624

During the CES 2020 which took place at the Las Vegas Convention Center, a company by the name of CareOS unveiled their new Poseidon Smart Mirror which costs up to USD6000(~RM246424). In terms of the features, the aforementioned smart mirror offers a lot of interactive augmented reality applications to choose from.

In addition to that, it is also highly customizable in terms of orientation, lighting, frames and more to suit almost any user. Internally, it houses a Qualcomm chipset as well as connection via USB, WiFi, Ethernet, and more.

Other than that, the Poseidon Smart Mirror is also well integrated, allowing it to show information from other services such as HealthKit or Google Fit. With all that said, there is no official information on the Malaysia release date and local pricing.

Would you be interested in owning the new smart mirror by CareOS? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple could ditch the iPad mini and replace it with a larger iPhone

According to a source, Apple could be phasing out the iPad mini and replace it with a much larger iPhone. Other than featuring a large display, the device is also claimed to have stylus-support. For now, it is suggested to be a folding iPhone that everyone is waiting for.

The device is said to feature a display that is measured between 7.3 and 7.6-inches diagonally and comes with a very tall aspect ratio. For the stylus, it's not clear that the company with match it with the current Apple Pencil or release a new one solely for the folding device. The source claims that the folding iPhone could arrive in September 2022 and will sport a clamshell form factor.

The rumour of Apple releasing a folding device has been swirling around for a long while. It is said that the tech giant is taking its time to refine the technology by observing its competitors like Samsung. The company is trying to watch and learn from other manufacturers’ mistakes before implementing the new technology into its products.

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


This Cybertruck-themed iPhone 11 Pro costs ~RM64964

Russian company Caviar created a Cybertruck-themed iPhone 11 Pro, which costs around USD15860(~RM64964) and it features a built-in flip cover. In terms of the tech specs, the aforementioned smartphone features the same tech spec as the original iPhone 11 Pro smartphone that’s manufactured by Apple.

If you want to know more about the Cybertruck-themed iPhone 11 Pro, head over to Caviar’s official website. Would you be interested in spending almost RM65000 on a smartphone? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


This GE15, Beam is offering 15% off all rides across Klang valley until 20 November

Beam Malaysia today announced that in conjunction with the 15th General Election (GE15), it is helping Malaysians perform their civic duty by offering discounts on their e-scooter rides across Klang Valley. Happening from today until 20 November 2022, the #BeamToVote promotion allows Malaysians to easily hop on and off a Beam e-scooter to enjoy 15 per cent discounts on all rides.

Moreover, Beam is also offering an extra RM1.50 off on top of the aforementioned discount if users end their trips at polling stations’ parking spots. In a statement today, the General Manager of Beam Mobility Malaysia, Justin Tiew said that the company is doing its part in helping Klang Valley residents not only perform their civic duties on polling day, but also to help Malaysians working in the Klang Valley start and complete their journeys to public transport nodes on their journeys back home.

Beam is Asia-Pacific’s largest and fastest-growing shared micro-mobility company and further stressed in the statement that it remains committed to the cause of transforming the way Malaysians move around our cities. Beam’s shared e-scooters aim to fill in the gaps of first and last-mile connectivity with ease. Its compact size and accessibility helps Malaysians cover short-medium distances quickly and efficiently, without having to deal with traffic congestion, tolls or parking.

Malaysians can look for the closest Beam e-scooter near them by downloading the app via the Apple Store or Google Play Store. For more information, do visit Beam Malaysia’s official Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok channels. As always, for more tech news such as this, stay tuned to TechNave!


This HP backpack can charge your phone, tablet and even your laptop!

Even with big power banks being toted around these days – the drawback for those devices is that it can either charge one device at a time, or only limited power output for more than one that is hooked in. What if you need more juice? HP has just the thing for you – the HP Powerup Backpack.

It is basically a laptop backpack with an added feature – it houses a 22,400mAh rechargeable battery pack, which HP says is enough to charge a typical smartphone up 10 times over or juice up a tablet 3 times. It even supports charging laptops, but we do not have the full list of supported models or power requirements as of yet.

If you are worried that the bag will heat up – don't be. It comes with a built-in temperature sensor that is designed to ensure that the backpack doesn’t become to warm while charging. The Powerup Backpack also allows the wearer to configure the priority and order in which devices charge. The Powerup Backpack is now open for pre-order for USD 199.99 (~RM 800).


This Is What You Should Do To Replace Your Galaxy Note 7

With the recent news of recalling all the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 from Official Samsung Electronics due to some safety issues. Today, Samsung Mobile Malaysia has finally made an official replacement announcement for the Galaxy Note 7. The replacement initiatives in Malaysia will take place from 29th September 2016 onwards with terms and conditions.

Customers are required to return their existing Galaxy Note 7 and collect their new Galaxy Note 7 from the original place they purchase. The replacement time will be from 10.00 am till 10.00pm. The full box set including a charger and cable; headset and USB connector is required to be replaced too.

For more infomation, do check out the link below:


This Japanese University held a virtual graduation using mobile robots

It seems that the Business Breakthrough University in Tokyo, Japan has recently held a virtual graduation ceremony using a mobile robot called “Newme” as well as Zoom, a video conferencing tool which became really popular recently. This isn’t the first time someone hosted a virtual ceremony, as there were few occasions where ceremonies like this were held in games such as Animal Crossing: New Horizon and Minecraft.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on people utilizing technology in order to host graduation ceremony over the internet? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


This Kayu Nasi Kandar restaurant uses robots to serve their customers

It seems that the Kayu Nasi Kandar’s Facebook page has recently posted a video that shows the restaurant employing robot servers to serve food to their customers. With that in mind, it minimizes human contact between the customer and the server reducing the risk of infection.

As of now, only the Kayu Nasi Kandar restaurant in Citta Mall is equipped with robot servers. However, we won’t be surprised if the restaurant will start employing robots servers at other branches as well.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on Kayu Nasi Kandar utilizing robot servers to serve food to their customers? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


This LG mask not only keeps you safe, but also purifies your air

The new normal requires us to wear a mask (surgical, N95, cloth...) whenever we head out to places. Therefore, it has basically become a daily essential item and every household should have it. If you think that there's a need to take 'wearing mask' to the next level, you might want to check out this new LG purifier mask that is going to be launched.

Today, the electronic company has announced that they will be launching the LG PuriCare Wearable Air Purifier at the IFA 2020. It is a mask that comes with two H13 HEPA filters that are similar to those used by home air purifiers. There will also be two fans and a breathing sensor to allow users to breath clean and filtered air at ease.

It is worth mentioning that the sensor is smart enough to detect users' breathing cycle and automatically adjusts the dual three-speed fans accordingly. The ventilators will also automatically accelerate to aid air intake and decelerate to reduce resistance on exhalation to facilitate breathing. LG claims that the mask will fit comfortably and users can wear it for hours without problems. It comes with an 820mAh battery as well that allows 2 to 8 hours usage.

Besides that, LG will also include a case with ultraviolet sterilizer to clean the mask whenever it's kept. The case also acts as a powerhouse to offer the mask battery. When it's time for the filters to be replaced, users will get notified through the LG ThinQ mobile app that can be downloaded on both iOS and Android.

Let us know what you think about the LG PuriCare Wearable Air Purifier on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting tech news.


This Malaysian short film was shot entirely with the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G

We have heard about short video skits being filmed on a smartphone before and there are plenty of them online. The latest one that we came across is the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G, which was used to film a clip titled Close Shave which was directed by a Malaysian named Neoh Chin Shim.

In the video, we can see several highlights of promoting the Galaxy S21 Ultra camera features. This includes 8K video recording @ 24FPS, Super Slow-Mo in 720p, 8K video snap and 6x optical zoom. There is also another short teaser video that showcased the Director's View for capturing different angles from ultrawide to telephoto mode at the same position.

According to Neo, the theme and inspiration for this short film are about life can still be interesting even if we are stuck at home. He also added that just because the equipment is small, doesn't mean the quality has to be compromised as well. However, we did notice that he still have to use a good stabilizer and lighting for shooting the whole thing like any other professionally shot smartphone videos.

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


This Mother’s Day, ShopeeFood is offering up to 65 percent off and a chance to win RM15k worth of prizes

ShopeeFood is inviting Malaysians to celebrate Mother’s Day with a chance to pamper and shower mothers with exclusive deals and prizes. These include up to 65 percent off on meals, all-day free delivery and even the chance to win prizes worth RM15,000.

First up, ShopeeFood is offering users Super Deals with up to 50 percent off and limited-time vouchers with up to 65 percent off daily. The promotion is only available for orders made between 3 to 5 pm.

Among the participating restaurants for the promotion are:

Besides that, ShopeeFood is also offering all-day free delivery with no minimum spend amount. This is only applicable from 12 to 14 May 2022.

The offers don’t stop there either as users can also stand a chance to win prizes such as Tefal cookware and small appliances worth RM15,000 from the Order & Win Contest. A minimum spend of RM25 on ShopeeFood is required to enter the contest.

Here’s how you can participate and win your beloved mother something exciting this Mother’s Day:

For more information on ShopeeFood and all the promotions mentioned in this article, to visit the platform’s official website here. Moreover, for more tech deals such as this and the latest in consumer technology, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave!


This Otterbox screen protector prevents your phone from becoming dirtier than a toilet seat

Here’s a fun fact: your smartphone is actually 10 times dirtier than a toilet seat. Although we can’t see with our bare eyes, there are actually thousands of bacteria crawling on our smartphones. It is also impossible for us to clean our smartphones to a point that is totally clean, but Otterbox is here to make the situation better. The accessories company has released a screen protector that will kill almost all the bacteria on your smartphone.

Otterbox's Amplify Glass Anti-Microbial screen protector is integrated with antimicrobial technology registered with the EPA. It is able to kill 99.9% of surface bacteria based on the Japanese Industrial Standard tests, which are conducted at perfect breeding conditions for microscopic critters.

The company has also teamed up with Corning to embed ionic silver in the glass, which prevents the coating to be washed away over time. Therefore, there will be no degradation to damage resistance, clarity, or touch sensitivity. The screen protector offers up to five-times greater scratch resistance as well for protection.

The screen protector will be sold at 49.95 USD (~RM204.42). Let us know what you think about this bacteria-killing screen protector on our Facebook page! Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more cool tech news.


Apple could finally upgrade the cameras in the iPhone 14 Pro after using a 12MP sensor since 2015

Reliable tipster and reputable Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo is at it again by spilling the beans on the tech giant’s upcoming devices. This time around, Kuo’s aim is directed towards the upcoming iPhone 14 Pro, whereby the leaker gave an explanation as to why the upcoming device would have a larger camera bump.

According to Kuo, the iPhone 14 Pro would have a more prominent rear-camera bump because Apple is upgrading the camera to 48MP. In case you didn’t know, Apple has been featuring only a 12MP sensor on its iPhone cameras throughout the last 7 years, since the iPhone 6s way back in 2015.

Previously, we shared an alleged leaked schematic and renders of the iPhone 14 Pro series which showed a more protruding rear camera bump than the one found in the iPhone 13 Pro series. This is corroborated by Kuo who said that the diagonal length of the iPhone’s contact image censor (CIS) is set to increase by to 25 to 35 percent because of the jump to 48MP.

Kuo also said that the height of the lens system will also increase by 5 to 10 percent. Furthermore, based on the leaked schematic, only the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max will have a bigger camera bump, hence it is likely that only the Pro models this year will get the jump to 48MP.

So, what’s so special about a 48MP camera system? Well, other than having more natural bokeh for your photos, a large 48MP sensor also allows for 8K video shooting. In fact, several smartphones in the Android world has already introduced this feature in the past 3 year or so, most notably Samsung.

If the iPhone 14 Pro were to allow 8k video shooting and in ProRes format (as first introduced in the iPhone 13 Pro series), you’re definitely gonna need way too much storage on that device. I mean, 1TB probably won’t be enough!

However, do take all these information with a grain of salt. Even though Kuo has been consistently correct in the past, this is still just a rumour and nothing is confirmed as of yet.

As always, stay tuned to TechNave for all the latest trending tech news such as this. Make sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram too okay! <3


This Oukitel K12 smartphone has over 9000mAh battery for just ~RM1000 only

We don't do a lot of Oukitel news here. In fact, the last time that we did was two years ago when Oukitel tried to expand in Malaysia showing off their devices carrying those big battery packs up to 6080mAh. In this news, the Oukitel K12 isn't likely coming to Malaysia but we just want to tell you that it has a 10,000mAh battery.

So yes, 10,000mAh battery in that smartphone. It's good to know that the device isn't as fat as the Energizer Power Max P18K Pop that showed up at MWC 2019 (and failed to get crowdfunding) but anyway, the Oukitel K12 is said to be capable of standing by up to 31 days with a SIM card in it, a full week of normal usage, more than two full days from blasting the music at maximum volume, and 14.5 hours from watching binge watching videos at max volume and brightness to deplete the battery.

Despite the humongous battery, the phone can surprisingly charge back up fairly fast as well with the 5V / 6A fast charger support. This allows the phone to be fully charged at 100% within 2 hours and 20 minutes. Also for having a 10000mAh battery, it can also act as a powerbank.

In other tech specs, it features a 6.3-inch FHD+ display with an aspect ratio of 19.5:9 with an 8MP front camera in a waterdrop notch on top. The camera configuration on the back is a16MP + 2MP combo with PDAF support, powered by a MediaTek Helio P35 chipset, 6GB of RAM, 64GB storage (expandable up to 128GB), running on Android 9 Pie out of the box, supports NFC and more.

If you're wondering how much this phone cost, it's selling at AliExpress and GearBest for $239.99 (~RM1002), then $249.99 (~RM1044) after 24 June 2019. As we mentioned, this phone isn't probably coming to Malaysia but there's nothing to stop you from buying one. Just saying, hehe.


This ~RM493 charging case can charge the iPhone & AirPods at the same time

Are you tired of bringing your power bank and an AirPod charging case around? Well, looks like someone else did and manufactured a new charging case that allows the user to charge his or her iPhone and AirPods at the same time and it's called Power1.

Not exactly a product you can order on the shelf nor online right now, the charging casing is currently on Kickstarter by AXS Technologies and it's scheduled to ship by October 2019. The makers behind this product promise iPhone users (especially those using AirPods) it will be a game-changer and they have already reached their goal. The early bird special price is already sold out but you can still get one for $119 (~RM493).

The charging case design is kinda weird, though, featuring two different chargers - one for the iPhone and another pocket-like spot for the AirPods so it's pretty thick. According to the Kickstarter page, there are two modes which charge up the AirPods or both the AirPods and iPhone at the same time. It's also only compatible with the iPhone X, XS, XS Max, XR, as well as the first and second-gen AirPods.

If you're interested, you can actually go pre-order the charging case on their Kickstarter page right here. But what do you think? Too bulky? Let's discuss and stay tuned for more cool tech news at TechNave.com.


This Samsung Galaxy Note 20 casing will provide up to 16 feet of fall protection from only ~RM125

It seems that a smartphone case from the brand called ZAGG recently unveiled a Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series casing which is capable of providing fall protection up to 16 feet. The casing comes in 3 different variants, each providing a different level of protection at a different price point.

First off, there’s the Gear4 Wembley Pallet which is a transparent slim-fit design that provides 10 feet drop protection at the price of USD29.99 (~RM125). Next, there’s the Gear4 Crystal Palace which is slightly more expensive at USD39.99 (~RM167), but it also provides up to 13 feet drop protection.

Last but certainly not least, the Gear4 Battersea, which is the most expensive of the bunch provides highest drop protection of up to 16 feet for the price of USD49.99 (~RM209). With all that said, there’s currently no information on whether these cases will be officially available in Malaysia.

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


This Taiwanese girl said it's shameful to date guys who use Android phones

Everyone has their own preference on what kind of a partner they want. Some value appearance, some value personality and many other factors. However, someone stirred a wildfire online on a forum in Taiwan. Apparently, a conversation between two female friends sparked a controversy about "boys using Android phones are the first to be eliminated."

From the screenshot, when the girl was asked about conditions for choosing a boyfriend, she replied cheerfully that "the first one to use an Android is eliminated" which means any Android user doesn't even get a chance. In an indirect translation, she went on further to justify her reason saying "Don't you think that boys using Android are ashamed? It looks ugly, plus they super love attacking Apple users and they are low class (as they like to spend a lot of money on things with a low value)." After that, she solemnly declared "I'm serious, it's really shameful to go out with an Android user."

Of course, the netizens were quick to criticise her. Remarks such as:

Wow, those are really sarcastic remarks from both sides. Personally, choosing a partner based on a smartphone is really strange. But then again, she might have really met some assholes who were Android users. Still, not fair to label all of them to be useless, though.

So what do you think? Let's discuss and stay tuned for more intriguing tech news at TechNave.com.


This adorable 7-year-old girl just won the 2020 Pokemon Oceania International Championships (Junior Division)

Yes, Pokemon International Championships is a real thing and it doesn't work like the ones you saw in the anime. In this latest news, it has been reported that a 7 years old Pokemon trainer, Simone Lim from Singapore has won the 2020 Pokemon Oceania International Championships (Junior Division) as well as our hearts because she's so darn cute.

The competition was held in Melbourne, Australia and as her first grand final for Pokemon Sword and Shield in the Junior Division, the reason why this is an impressive feat is not only her young age but the fact that she was at a disadvantage. Simone was playing against Justin Miranda-Radbord who is more experienced (won multiple International titles including last year's) and favourite to win as he had not lost throughout the event...until he met her.

An INCREDIBLE read by Simone, leading to a victory and earning Simone the title of 2020 Oceania #PokemonVG Junior Champion! pic.twitter.com/liiJyEj09I

In the final round between the two, Simone only had Tyranitar vs Justin's Rhypherior and Dusclops. The 1v2 situation would have given Justin an easy win with the given type-advantages and her Tyranitar's HP is only half, but Simone read his opponent well enough which gave her the win. During the interview, she said that she knew Justin would use Protect on Rhyperior, so hence she used Tyranitar's Crunch to take out Dusclops first (#supereffective) as it's faster than the other two, then finish off Rhypherior with Superpower (also #supereffective). An outstanding move.

The 2020 Oceania International Championship was Simone's first major tournament and truly an inspiring underdog story. Feeling happy about her victory (while hugging an Eevee plushie, SO CUTE), she gave a simple thank you message to her friends, family and couch for the win. You can check out the finals match in the YouTube video below.

Stay tuned for more cool gaming news at TechNave.com.


This be how the new Windows 10 icon could look like?

It seems that a report by theverge.com seems to have spotted a bunch of new icons that will be available in a future Windows 10 update. While not much is known in regards to the exact release date, it does give us a better idea of what to expect when it is officially available globally.

Upon closer inspection, it seems that the newer icons seem to be a lot more minimalistic and square-ish. Based on our source, we can expect the update to drop around October 2021 this year alongside many more UI changes.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on the new Windows 10 icon? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


This beautiful realme phone was in the making but got cancelled in the end

realme is proving to be a fast-growing smartphone brand globally and to this date, we have lost count on how many devices they have released in Malaysia already. But I digress, the realme smartphone that you see on the cover image appears to be the real thing. Unfortunately, it won't be happening anytime soon.

According to sources, this realme smartphone first appeared back in April and it certainly looks premium. However, when asked about its availability, Francis Wang, realme India CMO responded that the company have dropped the design. The reason being is that for the triple rear camera setup to appear like that, the battery size had to be reduced to make way. That said, he also mentioned the team is still working on it and will come up with something better.

Yeah, it's beautiful. However, to put the camera flat under this back cover, battery size has to be significantly compromised. Hence dropped this design. Limit of technology, team is working on sth. better. Stylish design is our advantage, will continue with it. https://t.co/laPveok7nv

We have to admit, the design looks exquisite and is capable of getting attention. But it's good to know that realme won't compromise the internal tech specs for the sake of design. Anyway, guess we just have to wait. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


This budget phone can take some serious night shots. Here's our first impressions of the Realme 3 Pro

If you're looking for a smartphone with a pricetag that starts from RM899 but can seriously dish some amazing night shots, you might want to have a look at the Realme 3 Pro. The device comes in 2 variants: 4GB RAM + 64GB internal storage and 6GB RAM + 128GB internal storage. The former is priced at RM899 while the latter is priced at RM1099.

If you're not up to speed, the Realme 3 Pro comes with a new Nightscape Mode, which is a lowlight mode that increases dynamic range and picture quality when taking photos at night or in low-light. Besides that, there's also a Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 chipset, 6GB of RAM, 4045mAh battery with VOOC 3.0 technology, ColorOS 6 based on Android 9.0 Pie out of the box, and even a 960FPS Slow-Mo feature.

In addition, the Realme C2 serves as an entry-level smartphone with a MediaTek Helio P22 chipset, a memory capacity of 2GB + 16GB and 3GB + 32GB, 6.1-inch display, 5MP front camera, 13MP + 2MP dual rear camera, 4000mAh battery and ColorOS Lite out of the box. It's exclusively available only on Shopee on 21 May 2019 at 9AM. Let us know what your favourite bit is about the smartphone and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more unboxings and first impressions!


This camera redefines Instant Cameras! | Canon Inspic [S] unboxing, hands-on and first impressions

If you've been looking for an instant camera that is compact, produces really cool retro looking photos and can save your photos, you're in luck! Canon Malaysia recently launched the Canon Inspic series which are the Canon Inspic [S] and Canon Inspic [C] and they're super awesome!

The camera also acts as a mini printer so you can print your photos wherever you go. Want to know what we thought of it? Check out our unboxing video! The camera retails for RM699 for the Inspic [S] and RM499 for the Inspic [C]. Honestly, this camera is perfect for impressing your dates. Do you agree? Wanna see more unboxings? Head on over to TechNave.com and do let us know what you'd like to see us unbox next!


This could be how Samsung Galaxy Buds Live wireless earphones look like

Just a few hours ago, there was a new leak from Indonesia about the new Galaxy Buds Live or Buds+ price tag. Should it be true, the new pair of wireless earphones could cost 2599000 Rupiah (~RM761) but that's not the only interesting thing, we also got a good look at high quality render images of them thanks to @evleaks once again.

The leaked render images once again tally with the previous rumours that the Galaxy Buds Live could come in three colour variants - white, black and the new Mystic Bronze which seems to be the colour theme for the upcoming Unpacked event next week. Moreover, we finally get to see how the other side of the wireless earphone look like, showcasing a unique design of the speaker grills and the odd-shape earbuds. According to sources, these are 12mm speakers and each has three microphones, as well as supporting touch control.

On top of that, it's said that the wireless earphones can last up to 7.5 hours. But if you turn on the active noise cancellation, the battery usage drops to 5.5 hours, while the charging case could provide 28 hours more after fully charging. Speaking of the charging case, we also get to see it from all angles but only in black and Mystic Bronze.

What do you think of these Galaxy Buds Live wireless earphones? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending gadget news at TechNave.com.


Apple could have confirmed existence of M1X MacBook Pro via YouTube metadata tags

In the last few weeks, it has been suggested that Apple could announce new MacBook Pro laptops at WWDC 2021. While that didn't happen, it's still possible that the company will be using an Apple M1X chip. Or at least, that's what the metadata tags suggest.

As spotted by @maxbalzer on Twitter, Apple's YouTube live stream event on 7 June 2021 contained the "m1x MacBook Pro" and "m1x" tags. He claims that this validates the rumours of the name for the upcoming chip. Of course, it's also possible that the people at Apple are just that smart and are using the rumours to their advantage.

OK OK OKEveryone stay calm... but I just spotted these tags on Apple's YouTube livestream of the June 7 keynote!!!APPLE CONFIRMED THE M1X!!!@jon_prosser you were right after all!!!This isn't fake, you can get the @TubeBuddy extension for YT and it shows them! pic.twitter.com/C54sBydj7u

The rumoured Apple M1X chip is expected to deliver amazing performance gains to the MacBook Pro series. In particular, the 16-inch MacBook Pro could have a variant of the chip with a 32-core GPU. That GPU could be on par with the mobile version of the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070, which is very impressive.

Anyway, the so-called M1X MacBook Pro is probably not going to be out this soon. Since last year's Apple M1 MacBooks were launched around November, these new MacBook Pros could follow the same schedule. But what do you think? Share your thoughts in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates.


This could be how the OnePlus 7T look like with the new triple rear camera design

Over the weekend, OnLeaks from Twitter shared an interesting image of a smartphone featuring a rather unique triple rear camera design. Of course, it turns out to be the OnePlus 7T device thanks to the logo behind but before we go any further, do take this news with a grain of salt as this is just a render based on rumours.

Also thanks to Pricebaba.com, they actually did a video render of the OnePlus 7T and it looks more or less the same as the vanilla OnePlus 7 except for the rear camera design. Unlike the OnePlus 7 Pro, the 7T's version has the triple rear camera laid out in a horizontal position instead of vertically. Also more from the video, the 7T only has a one-sided speaker grill, a USB-C port and SIM card slot. Everything else

Going on to the tech specs cover, it's believed that the 7T should be equipped with a Snapdragon 855+ chipset and 8GB of RAM. We don't have the figure on the triple rear camera but as far as functions go, it will probably have a telephoto and ultra-wide-angle lens accompanying the main sensor.

The OnePlus 7T (and possible 7T Pro) should make the debut in September, as well as the rumoured OnePlus 7T McLaren "Senna" Edition. Until then, stay tuned for more OnePlus news at TechNave.com.


This could be how the OnePlus 8T is going to look like

Earlier today, the CEO of OnePlus Pete Lau has revealed that the upcoming OnePlus 8T will feature a 120Hz refresh rate screen. Now, you might get to take a good look at the device before the launch as high-quality images and video have been leaked.

The images and video are the works of a Dutch designer named Jermaine Smit, who is also known as Concept Creator. Together with LetsGoDigital, they have published a series of images and a promo video of the OnePlus 8T to give us a closer look at the device before it arrives. This time, it looks like the 8T will have a bigger camera module compared to the OnePlus 8 series or even the Nord.

Other than the 120Hz screen being confirmed, we are also expecting the device to feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ chipset. It should also be offering up to 12GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage. The battery size is expected to be increased as well to 4500mAh and support 65W fast charging technology. On top of that, the device will have Android 11 out of the board with OxygenOS 11.

Share with us your opinion about the upcoming OnePlus 8T on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest smartphone news.


This could be how the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra could look like

It seems that @UniverseIce recently uploaded a bunch of pictures about the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra to the user’s Twitter account that showcases how the final product could look like. While not much is known about the Malaysia release date, it gives us a better idea of what to expect when the tablet is officially available in the local market.

Based on the image, it seems that the tablet in question might come equipped with a large display with a very high screen-to-body ratio. Not only that but there might be a possibility that the tablet will have a dual front-facing selfie camera that’s located under the display notch.

I made Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra rendering, based on early leaks, this may not be the final look. pic.twitter.com/o7dd8gcApC

Unfortunately, no images are showcasing the tablet’s rear, so there is no confirmation whether the back will come with either a single, dual, or triple camera setup. With all that said, take some of the information with a grain of salt because Samsung 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. What are your thoughts on the mock-up of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


This could be how the Sony PlayStation 5 console design looks like

We are just a day (or 2 if we are counting Malaysia's time zone) away from Sony revealing their upcoming anticipated next-gen gaming console and it's an exciting time for gamers around the world. As usual, product image renders tend to leak online before the official launch so we just got a good look at how the PlayStation 5 console might look like.

According to sources, the industrial design renderings were announced by Dutch designer Jermaine Smit and there seem to be two models. Coming in black or what, both variants will have the PlayStation logo placed on the left side of the grey outer shell, while the right side is where you pop the game disk inside. There are a lot of micro-holes on the white and black surface as well.

We have already seen the PS5 DualSenseDualSense wireless controller and the design follows closely with the console. The black version of the wireless controller didn't appear but we are pretty sure that it will be part of it since it was in the event launch teaser image (or we could be wrong). If you want to know more what the new wireless controller can do, you can check out our news coverage here.

To recap, it's said the PS5 features a custom AMD 8 core 3.5GHz Zen 2 CPU, a custom RDNA 2 GPU containing 36 sets of CU units, 10.28 TFLOPs, equipped with 16GB GDDR6 memory, 825GB SSD (PCIe 4.0, 12 channels, speeds up to 5.5GB/s, compressed data speed up to 9GB/s), and a 4K UHD Blu-ray drive. What do you think of the image render designs? Let us know at the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


This could be how the final Huawei FreeBuds Pro design look like

We have read a couple of Huawei FreeBuds Pro rumours here and there, but only about the render images that we saw online that looks too similar to the Apple AirPods Pro. Well, turns out that the render images are pretty real as @duanrui1205 has just leaked some real-life shots of the wearables and here's how they look.

From the leak shots, it seems that the upcoming FreeBuds Pro wireless earbuds are available in grey and white. We got a real good look at the shape as well and it turns out to be more rectangular than we thought, as opposed to the usual circular curved shape of wireless earbuds. The Huawei brand is imprinted on the outer earbuds and we have no idea what the black spots nearby the silicone buds do, but it's said to be IR sensors to detect if the user is wearing them or not.

HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro pic.twitter.com/j1dj6kCUY5

In terms of tech specs, the FreeBuds Pro could feature a Kirin A1 chipset, Bluetooth 5.2, Active Noise Cancellation, and three mics on each earbud. We will probably see their debut alongside the upcoming Mate 40 series sometime this year and could cost €150 (~RM738).

But what do you think of the design? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


This could be the Sony Xperia Play 2 prototype that got shelved away

To the Western market, playing mobile games aren't as popular to PC and console gaming but that's the opposite in the Asia regions. We have our fair share of gaming smartphones over these years such as the ASUS ROG series, BlackShark series, Razer Phone series and the latest Lenovo Legion Phone Duel to enter the market. Now, it seems that Sony was planning a version of their own but was never released.

What you are seeing on the cover image is the Xperia Play 2 prototype and it never saw the light of the tunnel. Back in 2011, there was an Xperia Play but was not popular due to the lack of video game titles available and also its rather dim screen. A sequel was rumoured to follow up after that, but nothing happened until now where the photos of the Xperia Play 2 appeared online on Reddit. The Reddit user saw the device listing on Idle Fish which is an online store in Alibaba.

Comparing with the first Xperia Play, the design is more or less the same. However, sources say that there's a new "3D" button which suggests to work similarly to the Nintendo 3DS. Anyway, years have passed and smartphone gaming is now popular. Would have been an interesting "what-if" if Sony released the Xperia Play 2 in this era. Oh well.

What do you think of the device? Would it have worked? Let's discuss in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


This could be the final design of the OnePlus Buds

We have talked about the OnePlus Buds before and in this latest news, some new render images have appeared online and we think this pretty much seals the deal. According to 9to5google.com, they downloaded the latest OnePlus 8 update and dug out OnePlus Buds rendered images that tally with previous rumours.

From the images, it seems that OnePlus would launch the wireless earphones in three different colour models which are black, white and blue. The blue models are very similar to the ones that Carl Pei wore during his interview with MKBHD last week, so we are quite convinced although nothing is official yet. On top of that, the design is heavily inspired by Apple Airpods with no silicon earbuds to be seen, but also retaining the flat circular surface on the outer part from their OnePlus Bullets Wireless series.

The images from the update also showed us how the wireless earphones could be connected easily, as well as the touch controls. We got a good look at the charging casing as well which has a nice "egg" shape but flatter. The LED light outside is probably an indicator for the battery level and there's a good chance that it could support wireless charging.

What do you think of the design? The new OnePlus Buds will be revealed very soon tomorrow (21 July) and you can participate in the first-ever AR livestream in Malaysia. Just download the OnePlus Nord AR on your Apple App and Google Play Store and stay tuned for our official news coverage at TechNave.com.


This could be the first look of Huawei Ark OS

As a result of the on-going trade war, Huawei has already prepared themselves with a brand new OS just in case Google stops supporting them (which it will). Currently, there are very little things that we know of, but someone managed to grab the screenshots of the filed patents in Europe under the codename Ark OS, Huawei Ark Os, Ark, and Huawei Ark.

Looking at the screenshots, we can see two Android apps and we can't be too sure if Ark OS will have Android support or it's just an Android-based UI that the company has been working on. Whatever the case might be, one thing is certain - Ark OS will not have Google Play Store nor Google's own apps, as Huawei will stop receiving their service license this year on 19 August 2019.

On top of that, if you notice the word "Android Green Alliance" in one of the screenshots above (the one at the bottom right), it's a group that comprises of Huawei and other Chinese companies such as Tencent and Alibaba. The group's purpose is to create and develop apps for Android.

According to Richard Yu, the CEO of Huawei Consumer, Ark OS was already in development since 2012. WinFuture also reported that Huawei filed another one in March as well with the German Patent and Trademark Office (DPMA). Stay tuned for more Ark OS news at TechNave.com.


This goose will mess up your computer's desktop

A user by the name of Sam Chiet recently uploaded a video on Youtube, which showcases his new game called Desktop Goose which involves a goose terrorizing your desktop. If you are interested in getting the aforementioned game, head over to itch.io where it can be downloaded for any price of your choosing.

To go into more detail, the goose will walk around your desktop leaving mud, memes as well as notes to annoy the user. Not only that, but it will also grab your mouse cursor and drag it across your desktop. With all that said, would you be interested in downloading the Desktop Goose Game? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


This iPhone 12 gold casing costs ~RM98850

An iPhone case made by Caviar? Nah, not the caviar that came into your mind, Caviar is one of the phone case manufacturers from Russia. Apple fans and the media are waiting for the launching of the iPhone 12,but these Russians have already released the pre-order for the phone case.

The phone case’s price range is from $4290 (~RM18138) and goes up to $23380 (~RM 98850), don’t be surprised that it is so expensive since it is made out with 18-carat pure gold. All of the cases will come with the iPhone 12 or iPhone 12 Max with 3 different variants of internal storage. The exclusive box will also come with the Caviar logo and its trademark ‘Royal Gift’.

18-carat pure gold luxury iPhone 12 phone case

Besides gold, Caviar also offers titanium, diamond, animal skin, and other phone casing types. Furthermore, not only do they sell iPhone series phone cases but they are also selling other brands as well such as Samsung. So what do you think of this phone case? Luxurious? Let us know in the comments below, be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Apple could have solved overheating issue of AirPower charging mat

It's been a while since we've heard of the Apple AirPower, a wireless charging mat that the company has been working on. At the time, it was said that Apple planned to use the A11 Bionic chip to help manage the heat. But a reliable source has claimed that the overheating issue has been solved.

According to Jon Prosser, the Apple AirPower (model number 'C68') now works with the Apple Watch. Before this, it was believed that trying to charge Apple's smartwatch on the mat caused the prototypes to overheat. It was so bad that some prototypes have allegedly burned out, a problem that was believed to be a result of the Apple Watch's proprietary charging system.

Well, you guys wanted a better picture of “C68”... Remember how I said that the main problem was that current prototypes didn’t support Apple Watch?Yeah.Well.They got the Watch working... pic.twitter.com/LvBeNAAtt3

By solving this issue, the 3-device charging mat will likely be launched in the coming months. In the previous leak by Prosser, he stated that if Apple manages to solve the problem then we can expect the AirPower to be available in Q4 2020 or Q1 2021. Also, it's expected to retail for USD 250 (~RM1070).

For those who own many Apple devices, this is good news as you can now use one device to recharge all your other devices. With that said, would you spend that much for a charging device like this? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


This is how Malaysians determine their next smartphone according to Google

Recently, Google, as well as Ipsos, conducted a study on how Malaysians determine their next smartphone purchase. The study has stated that Malaysians are quite cautious, and they would usually do some research before making their next smartphone purchase. Interestingly, the price usually isn’t the primary contributing factor when it comes to smartphones, instead what matters is the battery life, whether is it running on an Android or an iOS, and the internal tech specs of the said smartphone.

Furthermore, Malaysians would usually conduct their research by checking out written reviews as well as video reviews on Youtube, visit the brand’s website as well as compare the prices and specs of the smartphone on various e-commerce websites. Speaking of e-commerce, the online sale platform has helped rural Malaysians in researching as well as purchasing their next smartphone. Check out the infographic below on the aforementioned research.

How do you make your next smartphone purchase? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


This is how Samsung's future rollable smartphone could look like

Samsung is probably the most active manufacturer in the foldable smartphone segment. In 2021, the company is said to be moving on to launch a new form of device that comes with a rollable display. Before that happens, the design of the rollable smartphone might have been leaked showing something that is quite sleek.

The possible design was spotted in the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)'s databases. LetsGoDigital is quick to make 3D renders out of the design so that we could see more details.

According to the renders, the rollable smartphone appears to have an under-display camera, which is expected to come with the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 3. The device will also have thin bezels and is slightly curved on the sides. You can see the rolling mechanism clearly as well along with the speakers and a USB Type-C port. On the rear, it shows off a triple camera module. Lastly, the device is also said to have a heart rate sensor, with an in-display fingerprint sensor for security.

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


This is how scammers trick you with a fake Bank Negara app

During the Movement Control Order period, the government announced that every Malaysian citizen will get their financial relief fund via Bantuan Prihatin Nasional payment. However, 6 Malaysians have somehow lost nearly RM300,000 to scammers online through an APK installation via WhatsApp. Today, the Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) have issued a step by step on how to prevent fro being scammed so here are the steps.

As we mentioned before in our article of how to check if your Bantuan Prihatin SMS is a scam or not, the most important rule of thumb is that the BNM or any authorities will NEVER-EVER ask you for your information such as password/PIN/TAC number for your banking details. On top of that, the BNM will not select random people as well for a beta app or system test. They even went through the trouble of taking screenshots of the images that the scammers use to trick people.

#scamalert BNM does not select random people to beta test our app or system. Most importantly, regardless of platform...

Moreover, the Lembaga Hasil Dalam Negeri Malaysia (LHDN Malaysia) also mentioned that the SMS should only come from the number 62000 or 63833 officially. If you want to know if the payment has been made, the SMS will let you know and you don't have to do anything about it. Again, the LHDN Malaysia will never call you as well.

If you have any friends and family asking about the Bantuan Prihatin application, please share this with them so they won't get scammed. Stay safe, stay at home, and stay tuned for more local tech news at TechNave.com.


This is how the Huawei P50 might look like, could be launching in June

We are now in May and there's still no sign of a new Huawei flagship phone for the first time in years. Normally, they would unveil the latest P series from March onwards but the trouble with the US government is unfortunately far from over. Here's the latest news development of the rumoured Huawei P50 series.

From the sources, it seems that some phone case manufacturers have an image render of how the phones could look like. Like before, the P50 series might sport a quad-rear camera but in an unusual design as seen below. At the top part of the camera module, the top right looks like some kind of a laser focus sensor whereas the most bottom is a periscope lens.

Leica lenses are still very much part of the design so we won't be surprised about that. Aside from that, the image render that you're seeing is the P50 equipped with a phone casing already. This highlights that the camera bump is quite protruding and the phone should have a dual-curved display. You can see a single punch-hole front camera too.

From the Weibo forums, a Chinese leaker claimed that the Huawei P50 and P50 Pro are currently in mass production. There could be a P50 Pro+ which might be released at a later date. June may be the month where Huawei finally reveals the P50 series and there could be other products too. Guess we will just have to wait and see. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


This is how the OPPO Find X2's screen going to look like

After skipping a year, OPPO is finally going to bring us the successor to the famous Find X. Ahead of its launch, the internet has been firing us up with the device's rumours, and some of them are pretty convincing. Today, the OPPO Find X2’s screen protector has surfaced on the internet and revealed how the much anticipated device is going to look like.

The screen protector has a punch-hole cut-out, which leads us to believe that there will be no pop-up camera like the one on Find X for the Find X2. Other than that, bezels that are extremely thin can also be spotted on the screen protector, and make the screen look pretty close to the waterfall display.

To recall, the Find X2 is rumoured to have a 2K resolution display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The device is also said to pack a Snapdragon 865 chipset with 5G support. Furthermore, it will be supporting 65W fast charging technology so you can get your juice in a short amount of time. OPPO is said to be working with Sony to work on the cameras as well. Rumour has it, the world’s first all-pixel omnidirectional focusing technology and strongest super-wide lens are going to fall on the Find X2.

Let us know what you think about all these OPPO Find X2 rumours on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone rumours.


This is how the OnePlus Nord 2 x PAC-MAN edition could look like

Starting from November 2021, there has been news about a OnePlus Nord 2 x PAC-MAN edition coming soon. While it sounds cool on paper, the design may not be as exciting as we thought. Although it's not official yet, there is already a new leak of the phone shared online.

Posted by tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore, he shared both the OnePlus Nord 2 x PAC-MAN phone and retail package design. Claiming to receive it from The Phone Talks, sources say they could not find any information on the limited edition device on the website. Nevertheless, this is how it could look like.

According to the tipster, he said that PAC-MAN would glow in the dark with neon colour and you can also see the OnePlus Nord 2 x PAC-MAN branding just beside the triple rear camera module. Other than that, the phone looks a bit bland with the dots on the white glossy design.

The OnePlus Nord 2 x PAC-MAN is said to be releasing in India and Europe only, so we don't think we will be seeing that limited edition in the Malaysian market anytime soon. Sources also say the prices in each region are 37,999 rupees (~RM2124), 529 euro (~RM2521) or 499 pounds (~RM2787).

Anyway, what do you think of the design? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


This is how the Xiaomi 12S could look like with the Leica branding

It wasn't that long ago when Xiaomi announced a new partnership with Leica Camera together. Their first project together will be introducing a new imaging flagship smartphone in July 2022 and it seems like we have gotten our first look at it.

In the forums of Weibo, a leaked photo of the alleged Xiaomi Leica phone can be seen. The design is clearly a Xiaomi 12 device but you can now see an extra Leica brand just beside the LED flashlight. Sources are saying that this could be the Xiaomi 12S or Xiaomi 12S Pro, as both devices have passed through IMEI certification recently.

In terms of tech specs, rumours have it that the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset could be onboard. We think the camera setup should be the same as the Xiaomi 12 series but now with Leica camera software technology. Other than that, that's all we know so far.

Are you looking forward to the alleged Xiaomi 12S and Xiaomi 12S Pro? And are you also a fan of Leica? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


This is how the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold might look like

Earlier this year, Xiaomi had shared their dual folding smartphone, the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold in a hands-on video. Then, a release date had been leaked on a smartphone rental page in China, showing that the device may be out somewhere in Q3 or Q4 of this year. Since then, things have been quiet about the device.

Techconfigurations has brought the device back into the limelight with their concept video of the device. Their concept video shows off a 6.6 inch OLED display when folded which turns into an 8 inch display when unfolded into tablet mode (the smartphone folds in half vertically). However, this clashes with Xiaomi’s hands on video of the device they shared this year as the screen can be folded twice.

The device also comes with an in-display fingerprint reader, HDR 10 support and a curved edge display. Tech specs wise, the device is powered by the Snapdragon 865 with 12GB RAM and a whopping 6000mAh battery capacity. Design-wise, it may come in multiple colours such as blue, black, red, purple and navy blue. As for its camera, the concept shows a triple camera setup on the side of the device with 48MP + 16MP + 20MP sensors which clashes with another report we had earlier mentioning that the device may come with a 60MP sensor.

The video is simply a concept render and no official announcements have been made from Xiaomi in regards to the device so do take this information with a teaspoon of salt. If Xiaomi does make a foldable device cheaper than its rivals, would you be getting one? Keep up with the latest Xiaomi news on TechNave.com!


This is how the iPhone 14 series could look like based on current information

Rumours of the iPhone 14 series are really gaining some momentum and in this latest news, someone took the liberty to design and render what the iPhone 14 series could look like. Keep in mind that this is just a design concept so take it with a grain of salt.

As we previously reported, the iPhone 14 series could come with a new naming scheme that would separate them into two different sizes. To recap, there could be an iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro at 6.1-inches, whereas the iPhone 14 Max and iPhone 14 Pro Max measure at 6.7-inches.

The rumours for the notch vary but @APLCLR believes that the iPhone 14 series should continue it. The iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Max could continue the notch (we won't be surprised if they do), while the pro variants may use a new cutout punch-hole notch for the Face ID and front camera. On the other hand, the pro variants' camera setup is much bigger due to larger lenses.

Lastly, there are also leaks saying that the iPhone 14 series may start from $799 (~RM3421). Compare with the iPhone 13 series, that's a $100 increase but it's quite unlikely because Apple has been releasing the past new iPhones at the same price with better features.

Well, we can only wait and see. But what do you think of the design concept? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


This is how the newly redesigned Sonic the Hedgehog looks like

It seems that Paramount released a new trailer for the Sonic the Hedgehog movie, which is due to be released on 14 February 2020. The new trailer also features the newly redesigned Sonic, which is a huge step forward as compared to the design showcased last April. Not only that, but the trailer also showcased a little of Sonic’s personality which is quite an improvement compared to the previous trailer.

With that said, are you excited to see the newly redesigned Sonic the Hedgehog movie which will be available in theatres from 14 February 2020 onwards? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple could introduce a new Apple Gamepad accessory in September

When it comes to gaming, many won't think of Apple as one of the pioneers and would consider Windows without a second thought. However, that could actually change as we spotted a rumour floating around online by @a_rumors0000 claiming that Apple is actually planning a new Apple Gamepad accessory.

From our understanding, this Apple Gamepad is meant for the company's upcoming AppleTV which should be unveiled in September. AppleTV also has Apple Arcade in it so this is quite a good idea and not only that, reports are saying there would be a new A12X Bionic processor for the AppleTV, which has a stronger cooling system so users can enjoy longer gaming duration.

Apple's game controllers have a "Lightning" portIt also offers wireless charging!!!! https://t.co/1QO7oXSX1d

Furthermore, the tweet also claimed that the Apple Gamepad could support wireless charging as well as having a lightning port. The design is intriguing as well, as it suggests that there are only two buttons alongside the movement buttons. Not really sure how would that work out but since all these are just rumours, we should take it with a pinch of salt.

But what do you folks think? Tell us in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


This is the Aurora 7 and it's the world's first 7-screen laptop

Normally, people would be fine working on a single laptop at home. Some would pair up with another monitor to do multitasking or even more. But have you ever heard of a 7-screen laptop model?

Just so you know, this isn't even some Internet joke. It's real and was manufactured by Expanscape from the United Kingdom. Promptly named as the Aurora 7, this laptop features four 17.3-inch displays in 4K resolution and 60Hz refresh rate. As for the other three 7-inch displays, they are in 2K resolution. There's even a 0.7-inch misc mini display at the bottom right on the keyboard layout.

In terms of tech specs, it features an Intel Core i9 9900K (LGA 1151, 8 core, 16 thread and 16M Cache) processor, 64GB DDR4 RAM, and a ton of storage spaces which are 2x PCIe GEN 3.0 (1TB + 0.5 TB NVMe MLC SSD) and 2x 2.5 SATA slots up to 2TB. Plus, it uses NVIDIA GTX 1060 series GPU, weighs 11.8kg and the battery can only last an hour with unplugged.

Although it's the real thing, the Aurora 7 is still a prototype unit and it's said to be designed for DevSecOps, Content Creators, Data Scientists, Cyber Security and Traders. But what do you think about it? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


This is what content creators can do with the Xiaomi 11T 108MP camera

It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that cameras on smartphones are improving exponentially. It's also getting more accessible to consumers nowadays and Xiaomi is no exception, thanks to the recently announced Xiaomi 11T series sporting a huge 108MP camera.

Going for the starting price of RM1699, the Xiaomi 11T is definitely an affordable flagship for Malaysian customers. But how good is it for the rising community of content creators? What benefits can you get from it? Read on below to find out!

As a refresher, the Xiaomi 11T features a triple rear camera which consists of a 108MP (main) + 8MP (120º ultrawide) + 5MP (macro) sensor. Obviously, the phone can capture both high-res images and 'cinemagic' videos with a touch of a button. Thanks to the 2.1 μm 9-in-1 Super Pixel sensor, it's able to tune your image to the best resolution and texture possible.

If you're in a low-light environment, that's not a problem as well. The Xiaomi 11T has a Night Mode 2.0 function that lets you take beautiful night photos and videos. To add to that, you can also use the 16MP front camera that is equipped with a 1 μm pixel size sensor to take great selfies at any time, anywhere.

Besides the 108MP camera for high-quality photos, the Xiaomi 11T's camera module is backed up by an advanced AI algorithm to help you produce professional-like special effects and creative images. One such example is the AI Cinema feature that can help you record cinematic videos with a few videography effects, taking your creativity skills to another level.

Of course, a good video also needs good audio and Xiaomi didn't leave that out. With Audio Zoom integrated and thanks to the three microphones that work simultaneously, the phone can pick up the audio on a certain subject or object when you zoom into them. That's not all, the Xiaomi 11T series also supports a pair of speakers with Dolby Atmos. Enough said.

After you are all done taking a photo or video, you can view the extensive and beautiful visuals on your Xiaomi 11T's 6.67-inch AMOLED display with TrueColor. Boasting a 1000 nits peak brightness, your content will always be clear and a 'blockbuster'.

120Hz refresh rate and 480Hz touch sampling rate for the win

Furthermore, if you need a break from work, you can always rely on the 120Hz Adaptive Sync feature to scroll seamlessly and smoothly on your social media platform. Or if you're going to play some mobile gaming, the 480Hz touch sampling rate is perfect for you because it offers the highest responsive rate yet for the fastest feedback. For the win!

Now, having a photography or videography session can take up a lot of battery life but you don't need to worry about that. The Xiaomi 11T has a massive 5000mAh battery pack to stay powered all day long. Even if it's low on battery, the phone features a 67W Turbo Charging technology and that's super fast.

Within 36 minutes*, the phone can be charged up to 100% easily. So next time if you forgot to charge, just charge it while you get ready for the day and it will be ready whenever you're ready. It's super easy, barely an inconvenience.

Last but not least, the Xiaomi 11T is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 5G chipset. Built on a 6nm mobile structure and clocking at 3.0GHz, it's designed to give you a smooth phone operation every day. According to Xiaomi, the Xiaomi 11T is one of the fastest and most power-efficient devices to date. Comparing with its predecessor, the CPU speed has an increase of 22% whereas the power efficiency has also been improved by 25%.

So what do you think of the Xiaomi 11T? If you want to get your hands on one now, the phone is already available for purchase at your nearest Xiaomi authorised store or you can simply order it online at its official online store in Lazada or Shopee! You can also get yourself a free Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic as well as standing a chance to win a Mi TV P1 43" (worth RM1799) if you purchase either the Xiaomi 11T and the Xiaomi 11T Pro (12GB+256GB)!

The Xiaomi 11T is also available in either Meteorite Gray, Moonlight White, and Celestial Blue, so choose one that fits your personality! Below is the official price based on memory:

What are you waiting for? You can get the latest Xiaomi flagship now online or offline today! Stay tuned for more local tech gadget deals at TechNave.com.


This is what the Google Pixel 4 could look like in other colours

Just yesterday, Google has probably done a good marketing stunt by confirming how the upcoming Google Pixel 4 looks like, showing a triple rear camera module in a box-shaped formation with the LED flash. The first official render was in black, so it was kinda hard to see the overall body but designer Albama Fadhal took this matter and showed us a clearer look.

In less than 24 hours, the designer produced not one but two more models in white and lime based on the original render that was given by Google. Do note that the box-shaped camera module does not follow the same one as the original so you will have to take it with a grain of salt. Despite that, the phones look pretty great but the wide notch at the top still remains.

Tech specs information is quite scarce at the moment, but we speculated that the triple rear camera is using the main sensor + super wide-angle lens + a new spectral sensor which can take improved night shots and perhaps even better than a telephoto lens. There could be an in-display fingerprint sensor as well.

The Pixel 4 series won't probably make it to Malaysia, but who knows, that can change. Stay tuned for more Pixel news at TechNave.com.