7 post-apocalyptic games to kill time with during the Restricted Movement Order

With the restricted movement order in full effect until 31 March 2020, we don’t really have much reason to go out due to the fact that we could end up getting infected with the virus and well… most of the shops are closed anyway. With that said, you might find yourself bored out of your mind mostly because there is really not much to do at home.

Fortunately for you, I’ve come up with a list of 9 post-apocalyptic RPG and shooter games for the PC that you could kill time with until the end of the month.  Let’s take a closer look at the list, shall we?

Fallout is a post-apocalyptic role-playing game that is set around the 22nd century, where the United States of America is riddled with nuclear fallout due to the great war. The war resulted in most of the land becoming uninhabitable due to the radiation, causing many to perish or mutate into unsightly creatures.

In Fallout 4, you play as one of the characters who survived the great war by taking refuge in one of the many vaults found in the Fallout universe. Unfortunately, while in the vault, a couple of men appeared out of nowhere and kidnapped your son, as well as murdered your wife. With that said, you set out on your quest to find your son and avenge your wife’s death.

Horizon Zero Dawn - RM79 on Playstation Store

Next on the list, Horizon Zero Dawn takes place in a post-apocalyptic world where machines of unknown origin rule the lands. You play as a female protagonist called Aloy, a curious character who unknowingly stumbles upon an ancient piece of technology which reveals the truth about the ancient civilization.

In this game, you traverse the land fighting huge animal-like machines as well as finding clues on why these machines started appearing and more. Furthermore, the game also has several mesmerizing landscapes where you can easily lose yourself in.

World War Z - USD27.99 on Epic Games Store

World War Z is a third-person co-op survival shooter where you fight your way through hordes of Zombies as you complete objectives in order to escape. Killing zombies are much more enjoyable when you do it with friends, which is why the game allows you to play with up to three of your friends in a single session.

The developers have previously mentioned that the game supports up to 1000 enemies on the screen at the same time, and they can also climb on each other in order to get to the player. To put it simply, World War Z is basically Left 4 Dead on steroids.

Similar to World War Z, The Division 2 is another third-person co-op shooter you can play with up to three of your friends. However, instead of fighting zombies, you’re tasked with taking back Washington D.C. from gangs of Marauders.

Due to the fact that this is also an RPG game, you’ll get the usual stuff such as character and skill progression as well as armour and weapon customization to fit your playstyle. Furthermore, there’s also a player versus player area called the Dark Zone that’s not only filled with rare loot but it also acts as an area where you can fight against other players.

Resident Evil 3: Raccoon City Demo - free on Steam

If you prefer something scarier, you can try out the Resident Evil: Raccoon City demo on Steam. The game is a re-imagining of the original Resident Evil 3 game, which was originally released for the Sony Playstation in 1999.

Similar to the game it was based on, the story follows a character called Jill Valentine as she tries to escape the city that is infected by a bio-weapon. If you like the demo, you might want to consider getting the full game which is expected to be available on the PS4, Xbox One, and PC from 3 April 2020 onwards.

DOOM Eternal, which was just released not too long ago, is a gruesome first-person shooter game where you fight off Hell’s army that had invaded the Earth. While it is only a singleplayer game, it features many explosive moments in the campaign that are too fun to pass on.

There is also a 2 versus 1 multiplayer mode where you win by eliminating the opposing team in a best of 5 round match. However, if you’re prone to epilepsy, I recommend getting another game instead.

Gears 5 is a rather interesting game because not only does it come with a full-fledged multiplayer-supported campaign, but it also comes with several multiplayer modes including Escape, Versus, Horde, as well as a map builder for you to create your own challenges. With that said, you could potentially sink several hours into the game with up to four of your buddies as you create maps and complete challenges.

Due to the violent nature of the game, I would not recommend this game to those who are squeamish about blood. Similar to DOOM Eternal, those who are epileptic might want to skip this game too.

With all that said, which of the games listed above would you be interested in playing during the Restricted Movement Order? Did we miss anything? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Cable fire causing Unifi service disruption in Tawau and Lahad Datu

Unifi has recently announced on their Twitter account that there is a service disruption in Tawau and Lahad Datu, due to a cable fire incident in the area, affecting homes and businesses alike.

While they have yet to announce when the service will be back to normal, rest assured that repairs are already underway and updates will be provided accordingly. For more coverage like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Call of Duty Mobile intends to continue its services for the "long haul"

Just last week, we reported that Call of Duty Mobile will be replaced by Warzone Mobile this year. It was stated in a document released by Microsoft regarding the acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Obviously, this got a lot of COD Mobile players worried about the app's future.

A few hours ago, the official COD Mobile social account posted an announcement regarding the mobile game app's future. In the post, the team said they remain committed to the app and "intend to continue supporting the game". They also claim to have a "robust roadmap of fresh new CODM content, activities and updates for the long haul".

From the looks of it, it seems that COD Mobile will continue as it has always been but we don't exactly know how long is the "long haul". It may be for years or even months, but one thing for sure is the team doesn't seem to have any plans to converge the app with COD Warzone Mobile.

For your information, the Warzone Mobile app is scheduled to be released this year. There's no launching date yet but it's said to have a cross-progression system of the PC and console versions. I guess we can only wait and see so until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Call of Duty Mobile is going to be replaced by Warzone Mobile this year

In case you forgot, Call of Duty (COD) Warzone Mobile was announced last year and many thought about what would happen to the current COD Mobile game app. Well, turns out that it's counting its days this year.

According to a document titled "Anticipated Acquisition by Microsoft Corporation of Activision Blizzard, Inc", it revealed that "CoD: Mobile is expected to be phased out over time (outside of China) with the launch of Warzone Mobile". If we are being honest, we can't say that we are too surprised about this since Warzone Mobile is coming.

In the same section, it also mentioned that COD Warzone Mobile will be released this year albeit without a specific date. On top of that, it is unknown if the players' accounts in COD Mobile would be combined with Warzone Mobile since the former has its own ecosystem of skins and battle passes. Warzone Mobile is said to have a cross-progression system of the PC and console versions.

For the benefit of COD Mobile players, it would be good if their accounts can be saved or somehow carried over to Warzone Mobile if possible. In any case, we will just have to wait and see how it phases out in time. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Call of Duty: Mobile will have a new Zombies Mode coming soon on this Friday

When Call of Duty: Mobile was released this October, the game had a total of 100 million downloads in its first week. The first-person shooter game has soon taken over and became one of everyone’s favourite mobile games.

During the recent weekend, the game’s official Twitter account revealed there will be a new Zombies Mode coming out this Friday (22 November 2019). The new mode now introduces zombies into the gameplay. It is not sure about how it’s going to be played as the Twitter post didn’t share much information about it.

You must have seen the zombies lurking around if you’ve played the game’s battle royale mode before. However, I think the developer is going to bring a ‘larger scale’ of zombies into the game for the players to enjoy new gaming experience. In addition to that, if you've played the PC versions of Call of Duty before, it could also be similar as you try to survive the zombie wave by defending yourself and your teammates.

Let us know if you’re excited for this new mode on CoD: Mobile! For more game updates, stay tuned on TechNave.com


Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Remastered now on PS4 for RM179, PC & Xbox One version to release soon

So the rumours were true, the popular FPS game Call of Duty franchise returns yet again with another remastered version. This time, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Remastered is available on the PlayStation 4 for just $19.99 but for our local pricing, that's RM179 (it's always more expensive on the PS platform). As for PC and Xbox One players, the game can be pre-ordered today and will be released on 30 April 2020.

As to what the remastered game offers, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 comes with updated animations and textures, alongside HDR lighting which is great. From the trailer, the game looks as if it's a new game released for 2020 but it should be noted that only the campaign is available. That may not be a problem for gamers who opt for a single-player campaign experience but fret not, there is a bonus package for the current Modern Warfare and Warzone games.

According to the trailer, Modern Warfare and Warzone players will be able to get the Underwater Demo Team Classic Ghost Bundle which includes a Ghost operator skin, an emblem, voice quip and many more. Do note that this is only for those who pre-order the remastered game on the PC or Xbox One, which by the way, is actually more affordable to purchase since $19.99 (~RM86) is still lower than RM179. If you're interested, you may head to Blizzard's Battle.net or Xbox One website respectively to pre-order the game.

Are you going to get your hands on the newly remastered version? It's the perfect time to revisit the epic sequel campaign during this MCO period! Stay tuned for more gaming news at TechNave.com.


Call of Duty: Modern Warfare battle royale mode Warzone is completely free-to-play

Activision has been hopping mad when details of a new feature for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare was leaked. The company even sent a DMCA to Reddit in order to uncover the leak, which revealed the existence of the mode almost 1 month in advance. Today, the Warzone battle royale mode is finally out.

According to Arstechnica, the new game mode is free-to-play for all users on PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4. That's right, you won't even need to own the full version of the game to play it! Unlike the battle royale mode in Black Ops 4, Warzone will have fewer gadgets to equip but will be able to earn money through the match and buy temporary power-ups or revive your allies. Aside from that, it should play like any battle royale game out there.

Supposedly, this game's Warzone mode is also huge when compared to other battle royale games, with battles that can hold up to 150 players. There's also a Gulag in the game, where players who have been taken out can watch or join other eliminated players battle it out in a 1v1 mode. Those who win the battle get to head back into the main battle one more time.

Warzone is already available and you can find out more about it on Activision's blog. For those who have had the chance to play it, what are your impressions of it so far? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


Call of Duty Warzone Mobile announced, more details coming next week

Yup, you read that right. There is another new mobile game by Activision called Call of Duty (COD) Warzone Mobile. The first teaser just got released but didn't really show anything at all. But how is it any different from the existing COD Mobile game?

According to sources, COD Warzone Mobile will be a pure battle royale game, whereas COD Mobile will continue as a standard multiplayer mobile game (battle royale mode is still present, though). COD Warzone Mobile should follow closely the PC version and it's not known if current Warzone players can access the mobile version with their existing profiles.

Activision will reveal more information about COD Warzone Mobile on 15 September 2022, during the COD NEXT event. A Facebook page for the mobile game has also been set up, although there's nothing much to check out for now.

Are you looking forward to COD Warzone Mobile? Or would you just stick to COD Mobile? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Call of Duty: Warzone console players say no to PC cheaters

If you think cross-play between PC and console is great, that's not always the case! When it comes to competitive games, PC tends to have an advantage and it's not necessarily a fair one. Recently, Call of Duty: Warzone players on console have been disabling cross-play to shut PC gamers out of their games. Why? Let's talk about that below.

According to Eurogamer, cheaters are everywhere in the PC version of the game. From the numbers quoted, they're as abundant as cockroaches (and just as persistent). More than 70000 cheaters have already been banned by the developer Infinity Ward for cheats like aimbots, reduction of recoil to zero, shooting through walls, and more. But how do the console players know someone's cheating? Easy, through the kill cam.

Most of the time, it's possible to tell if someone is cheating by reviewing the kill cam

Cross-play allows players to play with each other in games that are available on multiple platforms. In the case of Call of Duty: Warzone, it supports cross-play between PC, PS4, or Xbox One. So, what's the big deal here? Well, a lot of PC gamers have been cheating in Warzone and console gamers have had enough. Disabling cross-play will limit the number of people in matches to those with the same version, but at least there's no need to deal with cheaters.

Unfortunately, cheaters are always going to be around and disabling cross-play isn't a solution at all. Hopefully, Infinity Ward will be able to create a more permanent solution for this. With that said, have you encountered cheaters in Call of Duty: Warzone? How do you deal with the problem? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Call recording is live for Google Pixel 4 and call transcription support could be next

As the current in-house flagship for Google, the Pixel 4 becomes the first of many to get new Google features added to it. In fact, the company was working on a call recording function for the Google Phone app a while back and seems to have made it live. But a more useful feature that may come is the rumoured call transcription support.

The related coding for call recording is already live in the latest version of the Google Phone app, according to XDA Developers. When Pixel 4 users get a phone call, a record button appears on the app interface so you can capture your conversations. Tapping on it once initiates the recording and another tap will end the recording. Subsequently, you will be able to listen to the playback from your call logs or export it to a .wav file.

Screenshots are taken from XDA Developers

Besides that, the guys from XDA also claimed that the new version of the Google Phone app should have a call transcription feature. However, they were unable to find any transcripts for their calls. It's believed that while parts of the feature have been added to the app, it's not actually live yet. Moreover, there's no guarantee that the feature will make it into a future build.

The reason for this is because of the privacy and security concerns that could arise from using such features. Although the app will supposedly play a clip to inform the other party that their call is being recorded, there's no denying that these features could be abused. An enterprising programmer could tweak the app so that the warning is played, allowing users to record calls with no one the wiser.

If Google is able to find a way to address the concerns, we could see these two features being useful for some people. Having said that, would you be able to find a valid use for call recording and transcription? Let us know how you use it on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates on this.


Calpis brings Malaysia Artist Yuna to Waze

Tired of the usual monotone voiceover by your A.I. in your Waze? Calpis, Japan’s first cultured milk drink, has a surprise for Malaysian Waze users as they have just launched the first-ever Malaysian singing voice prompt on Waze featuring Malaysian / international artiste Yuna. Why? Well, why not?

“There’s a lot of commuting taking place during this time as all Malaysians visit one another during the various open houses and more. Waze will help Malaysians arrive at their various destinations safely as some places can be hard to find. Additionally, a singing voice navigator can help break the monotony adding to the happy, fun, Raya celebration - a positive experience that is synonymous with the Calpis brand philosophy,” stated Etika Sdn Bhd (formerly known as Permanis Sandilands Sdn Bhd), Vice President of Marketing and Business Development Hemalatha Ragavan.

To enable your Waze and enjoy Yuna’s vocals, simply download Waze from your respective iOS or Android app stores. Once installed, select the “menu” option → “settings” → select the “sound” option → select “English (UK) - Yuna | Calpis”. Aside from that, Calpis will be giving Malaysians more to celebrate by launching the new Grape flavour, which will come in satisfying 350ml and 1L sizes.

“I’m excited and I hope to bring a little goodness to my fans who are stuck in traffic,” says Yuna when asked about the campaign. “I also hope that Malaysians stay safe on the roads. Keep calm in traffic, take breaks on long journeys and have some Calpis in between to refresh yourselves,” she adds.

For more information on Calpis and the campaigns, visit www.etikaholdings.com. And drive safe!


7 products you can expect to see at Xiaomi's 15 Sep 2021 event

Later tonight, Xiaomi will host a global launch to unveil many new devices. Previous reports confirm that the Xiaomi 11T series, Xiaomi 11 Lite, and Xiaomi Pad 5 will make an appearance. But sources have also confirmed a few more products you can expect to see.

According to 91Mobiles, the global launch tonight isn't just for mobile devices. The company is also expected to launch the Xiaomi Smart TV Q1E, a 55-inch that could be using an OLED panel. Another one will be the Xiaomi Band 6 NFC, a smart band with a 1.56-inch AMOLED display, heart-rate sensor, and up to 14 days of battery.

Besides the two major products, there could also be other AIoT devices like the Xiaomi AX3000 mesh/router, Xiaomi Smart Projector 2, and Xiaomi Smart Glasses. Some of these are already available in China, but tonight's launch will bring them to the global market. Of the bunch, the Smart TV Q1E and Band 6 NFC are the most likely products to be made available here.

Personally, I'm keen on getting my hands on the Xiaomi Pad 5, as it could be a flagship-class tablet at an affordable price. How about you, which upcoming Xiaomi product are you interested in? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for the launch report tonight.


Camcorders make a fine 4K video return through Canon XC10

Canon recently unveiled the Canon XC10, a digital camcorder for 4K video recording than can also capture still photos. Features include the ability to shoot 4K and 1080p video at up to 30 fps and 60 fps. The device allows recording in 4K UHD (3,840 x 2,160) and 4K DCI (4,096 x 2,160). Tech specs include a 1-inch 12 MP CMOS sensor with a 10x f/2.8-5.6 zoom lens, which gives 24-240mm full-frame equivalent with optical image stabilization. The lens has a 35mm-equivalent range of 24.1-241mm for still photos and 27.3-273mm for video. It has ISO sensitivity of 20000, fast motion sensor, touchscreen LCD monitor, face detection mode, independent microphone and headphone jacks, WiFi support function and an option for you to extract stills from the captured video footage. Overall, it shares similar features to the higher-end C100 Cinema EOS line but the XC10 is more reasonably priced for USD 2500 (RM 9101) and should be a good device for photojournalists or videographers on the move. Slated for a release in June 2015 there is still no news of this device on the Canon Malaysia website yet, so stay tuned.


Camera Comparison - Huawei Nova 3i vs Galaxy A7 vs OPPO F9

Christmas is just around the corner! I believe that some of you are preparing a gift for your friend, family or loved one and if they happen to be a selfie lover, choosing a device is difficult because there are a ton of mid-range selfie devices currently available.

In the Malaysia market alone this year, there are easily more than five variants from various brands competing for the mid-range category. In this article, we will be looking at three such selfie camera-centric smartphones today - the Huawei Nova 3i, Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) and the OPPO F9 based on camera performance, tech specs as well as their pros and cons.

Before we get started, below is a breakdown of what each smartphone camera specs feature:

Looking at the camera specs above, we can see that each smartphone has its own unique spin. For example, the Galaxy A7 (2018) has an ultra-wide angle lens, the F9 relies on artificial intelligence for the perfect selfie and so does the Nova 3i, but with an extra AI scene recognition that can identify 22 categories which results in 500 different scenes. But enough talk, let's get to the photo samples below!

Huawei Nova 3i AI scene recognition in before and after

Samsung Galaxy A7 2018 wide-angle (top) and ultra wide-angle shot (bottom)

OPPO F9's Super Vivid Mode in before and after

Of course, the three smartphones' front cameras are just as capable as well. The F9 has the biggest one with 25MP, followed closely by the Galaxy A7 (2018) and the Nova 3i with 24MP front cameras. However, amongst the three of them, only the Nova 3i has and extra 2MP camera acting as a depth sensor which is always useful, providing a natural-like bokeh effect for portrait selfie mode. Check out our boys taking their own selfies!

Huawei Nova 3i selfie in auto mode (left) and portrait mode (right)

Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) selfie with Live Bokeh (left) and HDR (right)

OPPO F9 selfie in a bright and low-light environment

Now that we have got over the cameras, perhaps you are also considering the processors too. After all, you won't want your loved ones to complain that the smartphone is slow. The three processors you're seeing above are all mid-range tier and we can't really tell you which one is the best.

MediaTek's Helio P60 is quite good from our experience but based on reputation, customers seem to prefer other brands (#brandpower). The Kirin 710 and Exynos 7885 processor are kind of similar to each other, but because of the architecture size of 12nm only, the Kirin 710 is theoretically better than the Exynos 7885 in terms of power consumption and processing speed. But then again, this also depends on how Huawei and Samsung are optimizing the processor running the system.

(L-R) AnTuTu scores for Huawei Nova 3i, Samsung Galaxy A7 2018 and OPPO F9

On the other hand, all three devices have over 3000mAh battery capacity. The F9 has the most with 3500mAh, followed by the Nova 3i with 3340mAh and the Galaxy A7 2018 for 3300mAh, both of which aren't too shabby. While all three devices can withstand a day easily on just average usage, the charging technology is different and the F9 has the upper hand, through its VOOC Fast Charge technology.

Finally, memory capacity is another favourite as well. Both the Nova 3i and Galaxy A7 (2018) are using the same 4GB + 128GB memory setup, while the F9 has the highest RAM of 6GB, but the storage is just 64GB. Obviously, having a bigger storage is usually better and it's best suited for those who love taking many pictures and videos.

So those are the comparisons between the three smartphones. According to our writer, Jim, he thinks the Nova 3i is the best choice in terms of performance to cost ratio. At a recommended retail price of RM1099, the Nova 3i is able to offer a full-fledged camera performance, a respectable Kirin 710 chipset (which is also fairly new) and a pretty big storage of 128GB.

Of course, that's not to say that the other two aren't worth getting. If you like taking ultra wide angle shots, the Galaxy A7 (2018) takes the cake here, and the F9 can also charge super fast too (or go for the 6GB of RAM). Well, the choice is yours according to your needs but if it were you, which one would you choose? Let us know in the comments below!

Stay tuned for more comparison articles at TechNave.com.


Camera and battery specs for the Samsung Galaxy A31 and A41 leaked

It seems that a website by the name of galaxyclub.nl, recently posted up an article detailing the camera and battery spec of the upcoming Galaxy A31 and A41 smartphones by Samsung. Based on the article, it seems that both the smartphones are expected to come equipped with up to a 48MP as well as a 5MP macro camera.

Furthermore, the A41 might come with a 25MP front-facing selfie camera while the A31 could come with a lower specced 16MP camera instead. In terms of the battery, there is a possibility that both these smartphones could have a battery capacity of around 5000mAh.

Do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement in terms of the leaked info. Not only that, but there’s no information in terms of the Malaysia release date, local pricing, as well as full tech specs of the smartphones in question.

Would you be interested in getting either the Galaxy A31 or A41 as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Camera comparison: Apple iPhone 7 Plus vs Huawei P9, what's the difference?

As you already know, the Apple iPhone 7 Plus has a new dual rear camera but it functions differently from other companies like Huawei for their P9 (and P9 Plus, both have the same camera technology). But what's the difference? Are they the same? And why do they need two cameras at the back anyway? Well, that's what we're going to find out today, so we will be taking a look at the difference between the two devices' camera and how each system works, starting with Apple.

On the iPhone 7 Plus, there's a reason why Apple didn't integrate the same dual camera lens on both smartphones, as the new telephoto lens functions as a zoom-in mode, but still works similarly to the Huawei P9 series, but according to TechCrunch's Matthew Panzarino, he thinks the iPhone 7 series camera is "quite simply the most sophisticated camera and image processor pairing ever seen in a smartphone or any camera period.”

Granted, Apple is definitely not the first company to do such thing, but the "execution is crude by comparison.” as penned by the reviewer. He explained that when taking a picture, the device uses the wide-angle lens and the telephoto fire off; after that, the Image Signal Processor (ISP) analyses the two 12MP images and combines the best parts of every shot from auto-exposure to noise reduction, "fusing" them altogether. This is also probably why there's 3GB RAM inside the device.

“Fusion takes data from both sensors and merges them into the best possible picture for every condition,” Panzarino writes. “If, for instance, there is a low-light scene that has some dark areas, the image-processing chip could choose to pick up some image data (pixels or other stuff like luminance) from the brighter f1.8 wide angle and mix it in with the data from the f2.8 telephoto, creating a composite image on the fly without any input from the user.”

And get this, all this processing only takes 25 milliseconds, that's a lot of work going in that small software which would surely lag from a lesser processor, and considering Apple managed to pull it off is quite something.

Aside from that, both the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus are equipped with a new camera system, new sensor, new lenses, a new image stabilization and an updated version of its image-processing chip. Basically turning it into a new camera, as Panzarino notes.

Moving on, let's take a slight look back to the past when Huawei introduced their dual Leica camera lens for the flagship series. During their presentation, the company mentioned that the software inside also goes through a series of imaging quality, image data processing, and optimization; this is for synergizing the RGB sensor and one monochrome sensor together, combining the two images after taking a shot which results in more refined and detailed image.

A DSLR monochrome shot (above), a P9 monochrome shot (bottom)

On the other hand, the shades of black and grey in its monochrome mode proved not to be some marketing gimmick, as we have tried comparing it with a standard black and white filter (we have yet to find anything that is comparable in quality and detail) and we can immediately tell how much "richness" it has in the shades from the P9 series. Professional mode is available for this monochrome mode too.

Other than that, the aperture is worth mentioning as it can create a depth of field effect and the user can even switch the between subjects or objects after taking the picture, but not before saving the picture.

So there you have it, these are the differences between the iPhone 7 Plus and Huawei P9/P9 Plus. Personally for me, I'm still a big fan of the P9 cameras, although I still have not tested the iPhone 7 series yet, but I was impressed by Apple's new software nonetheless, but what about you? Let's discuss. Thanks for reading and stay tuned for more comparisons at Technave.com!


Camera specs for Huawei P40 and P40 Pro leaked

The leaks just keep on coming and this time we have another one for Huawei. Renders of the P40 series surfaced on the internet yesterday, along with some mentions of what it could pack for photography. Now, we have speculation of what the rear camera setup for the two devices could be.

According to a tweet by Teme, he suggested that the Huawei P40 could likely come with a triple-camera setup consisting of a 40MP ultrawide-angle lens, a 52MP main lens, and an 8MP telephoto lens with 3X optical zoom. As for the P40 Pro, it will have a similar setup, though the third lens is expected to offer a higher optical zoom of at least 5X and the likelihood of an additional ToF (Time-of-Flight) lens.

Render courtesy of Teme ([email protected])

In other related news, two new Huawei devices have allegedly been spotted via TENAA listings, bearing the model number MED-AL00/TL00 and MOA-AL00/TL00. According to GizmoChina, both devices share the same dimensions, display size, and battery capacity. However, since there were no sources provided, it's best to take this particular bit of news with a grain of salt.

Anyway, it's quite interesting to see how the latest leak on the P40 Pro's camera setup contradicts another report from December last year about it having five rear cameras. So now the question is: Which one is true? Is a Penta-camera setup unrealistic? Share your thoughts with us on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for updates on this.


Camera specs for Sony Xperia 1 II has been leaked, comes with 2 sensors from Sony and 2 from Samsung

Sony officially unveiled its Xperia 1 II and Xperia 10 II devices last month and many of its specs are already known. However, there are still a few details that haven't been revealed. Recently, the specs for the Xperia 1 II's camera were leaked, detailing the camera sensors used by the device.

According to GSMArena (via AndroidNext), the rear camera setup of the Sony Xperia 1 II features two Sony cameras and two from Samsung. Its main camera is a 12MP Sony IMX557 sensor (f/1.7) and the other Sony camera is an ultrawide lens, which is a 12MP Sony IMX363 sensor (f/2.2). The third lens is a 12MP telephoto lens (f/2.4) using Samsung's ISOCELL S5K3T2. As for the second Samsung lens, it's used on the front selfie camera, which is an 8MP (f/2.0) Samsung S5K4H7 sensor.

The Sony IMX557 seems to be a new sensor, though it was noted that the model number is similar to the IMX555 used in the Galaxy S20 and Galaxy S20+. Aside from the cameras, it was also mentioned that the Sony 1 II will be using UFS 3.0 storage. It's a fast storage system that gives sequential write speeds of around 220MB/s, so it can save photos taken even faster and possibly allow for higher rates of burst shots.

Sony is expected to start shipping the Xperia 1 II in Q2 2020, but it hasn't been confirmed which countries will be getting the device. Assuming it comes to Malaysia, would you be interested in getting your hands on the phone? Let us know on our Facebook page and follow us on TechNave.com for further updates.


Camera specs for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 might have been spotted

It seems that a tweet by user @FrontTron on Twitter seems to give hints regarding the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 camera specs. With that being said, it does give us a better idea of what to expect from the foldable smartphone as soon as it is available in the local market.

Based on the tweet, it seems that the smartphone will come with a 12MP + 12MP + 12MP rear camera, a 10MP camera housed in the cover of the device, as well as a potentially a 16MP under-display camera sensor. With that being said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Fold 3 camera specsFront: (cover) 10MP / details: Sony 1.22um IMX374(foldable) 16MP / details: Sony 1.12um IMX298 (details not sure) Rear:12MP+12MP+12MP

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for now. Would you be interested in getting the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Camera specs of Samsung Galaxy A72 4G confirmed

In the last week weeks, details of the Samsung Galaxy A72 4G has been appearing in rumours. In fact, it was was confirmed that the device would sport a 90Hz display a few days ago. Now, sources have unveiled more specs for the device in question.

According to WinFuture, Samsung could be launching its new Galaxy A smartphones soon. Interestingly, it's rumoured that the Galaxy A72 will only have a 4G variant. In terms of design, Samsung didn't stray far from the one used by last year's Galaxy A51 and Galaxy A71. Moreover, it's almost identical to the Galaxy A52 5G. The only difference seems to be the position of the LED flash.

Besides the standard black and white colours, there will be a light blue and purple variant too

In terms of tech specs, previous leaks suggest that the phone will have a Snapdragon 720G chipset, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of internal storage. It's also expected to house a large 5000mAh battery and 6.7-inch SuperAMOLED display. As for the cameras, it'll feature a 32MP front camera and a quad-camera setup (64MP+12MP+8MP+2MP) at the back.

The Galaxy A724G will be priced in Europe for 449 Euros (~RM2200), though we can expect the price to be lower in Malaysia. Having said that, would you be interested in buying this? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about it.


Can a Nintendo Switch game like Ring Fit Adventure help you lose weight?

When it comes to the Nintendo Switch, gamers would think of exclusive titles for the console such as Pokemon, Super Mario, The Legend of Zelda and many more casual games like Ring Fit Adventure. What? You never heard of that? Well, it's an interactive sports fitness game and we just learn that you can potentially lose some weight from playing the game.

Initially, I wanted to write news about how a Japanese chick lost weight through the Ring Fit Adventure game but it turned out to be #fakenews. But from my research, a YouTube gamer, Austin John brought the Ring Fit Adventure to the test alongside his personal trainer for around 40 minutes and surprisingly, it was quite a workout for him. If the video is too long for you, long story short - his personal trainer approves of the game.

Given the nature of the game, we can't say that we are that a surprise as it contains 60 types of sports mode. Ring Fit Adventure includes intense muscle training exercises for your arms, abdomen and legs (even yoga) and there's even a story mode for you to tackle different boss levels with different exercises. On top of that, the game will also show you how much calories you have burned after each level. For the best result, it's best to get a ring and thigh strap for the Switch controllers. It's quite similar to the Wii Fit game that was on the Nintendo Wii U many years ago but on another level.

It's not clear if the game is in Malaysia or not, as we haven't seen it in stores (as our memories recall). But will you get it? This might be a great way to start your "get healthy" resolution for 2020. Stay tuned for more cool tech news at TechNave.com.


Can a Vivo smartphone be fully charged in 13 minutes? Vivo says YES!

Vivo has posted a short video on their Weibo account, showcasing their new 120W Super FlashCharge technology and its charging capabilities. Based on the video description, the aforementioned charging technology is capable of charging a Vivo smartphone that is equipped with a 4000mAh by up to 50% in just 5 minutes, while fully charging the phone will require up to 13 minutes. Which is pretty quick, especially when you compare the average charging time for a typical smartphone these days.

Since MWC19 Shanghai is happening very soon from 25 to 27 June, we can expect to see Vivo’s 120W Super FlashCharge technology on the show floor. As of now, we're not too sure when we'll be able to get our hands on a Vivo smartphone that is equipped with this technology. Not only that, the post did not mention any information regarding the tech specs, price or even if the smartphone showcased in the video will hit the local Malaysian market.

Do you think that being able to fully charge your phone in 13 minutes is a big deal? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


7 reasons to get the Samsung Galaxy A Series (2017) for Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year is just around the corner, we are sure some of you can’t wait to go back to your hometown and have a lovely family reunion, that being said, it’s also a new opportunity to turn over a new leaf, embark on a new unplanned journey or just simply show off your new gadgets (lol), like the Galaxy A5 (2017) and A7 (2017). As one of the earliest and new smartphones to be released in Malaysia, here are seven reasons to get the new Galaxy A Series (2017).

The first Galaxy A Series that is rated IP68, making it resistant to dust and water, enough said,

The Galaxy A Series (2017) boasts a vivid 5.7-inch (A7) and 5.2-inch (A5) Super AMOLED screen displays for your non-stop entertainment, so in case if you’re bored at your family’s friends house, or if you don’t have the chance to watch the channel that you want, your Galaxy A Series will come to the rescue.

Equipped with 16MP for the front and back camera with f1.9 lens and Light+ feature, this will surely aid you in snapping all those precious moments even in lowlight conditions. Instantly share these photos on Facebook, and get started on tagging your many family members during the reunion dinner!

Now that Samsung Pay is official in Malaysia, payments are never the same again! Just swipe up on your Galaxy A device, select your preferred payment card, authenticate with your fingerprint or PIN number, and tap the device on the payment terminal!

Coming in Gold Sand and Black Sky, the colours are mysteriously classy and gives a sense of elegant aura. Also, there’s a new Mint Blue and Peach coming soon, hopefully the new colour options will be available by then!

Visiting numerous houses can be tiring, but fear not - the Galaxy A Series (2017) comes with bigger batteries with 3600mAh (A7) and 3000mAh (A5) capacity, even supports fast charging!  Just plug in your device to a power source and be amazed at how quickly your battery power restores!

Finally, with friends and family to celebrate this Chinese New Year with, there will be a ton of pictures and videos to be taken during the period. The Galaxy A Series (2017) have an expandable storage of up to 256GB to fit all your memories into a single, handy device.

The new Galaxy A Series (2017) are available at all Samsung brand stores nationwide from 25 January 2017 onwards at a recommended retail price of RM1899 (Galaxy A7 2017) and RM1699 (Galaxy A5 2017) inclusive of GST. To add on to that, the pre-order is still on-going 22 January 2017, so place an order and receive a complimentary Samsung Level U Pro wireless headphones worth RM399.

For online pre-orders, check out these three online stores to get started:


Can the Motorola Moto Z withstand the bend test?

Smartphones are getting thinner and thinner by the day. The latest thin smartphone is the Motorola Moto Z, which has a thickness of only 5.2mm. The biggest nightmare of thin smartphone is the dreaded bend test – so does the Moto Z lives up to the test?

Surprisingly it does. The tough and durable build of the Moto Z certainly can with stand the bend test, so you can confidently slip it away knowing that the next time you pull it out to make a call – it will still be whole, rather looking like the LG G Flex.

The Motorola Moto Z is set to be released worldwide this September, although no news of Malaysian availability as yet.


Can the OPPO Reno4 Pro be your next travel vlogging smartphone? | OPPO Reno4 Pro Penang Vlog

OPPO has just launched the OPPO Reno4 series recently, the Reno4 and Reno4 Pro. In order to test out the camera capabilities, we've brought the OPPO Reno4 Pro to a 2 days 1 night Penang trip with us and try on all its camera features and even vlog with it. So will this OPPO Reno4 Pro suitable for your next vlogging smartphone?

During the trip, we went on the several places and tourist spots such as The Top and walk on the Rainbow Bridge to test out the Ultra Dark Mode, Night Flare Portrait Mode, The Countryside Stables Penang for the Ultra Steady Mode 3.0, and also the Tan Jetty to capture a unique AI Color Portrait Mode to seperate the colors of the background and the subject. The whole results turns out more than what we expected it to be. Check out our Penang Vlog and decide it for yourself.

Do check out our unboxing video and in-depth review of the OPPO Reno4 Pro on TechNave.com as well!


Can the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra really replace conventional laptops with Samsung DeX?

Since many of us are still either working from home or going back to office from time to time, many still looking for a portable device that can cater to the new working norm. Most of the laptops are great but it doesn't offer us much convenience in multitasking. In that case, our suggestion is to go for a tablet that can serve as a laptop replacement!

That's right, some tablets are just that good these days. And among them would be the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 series, which could be the ultimate laptop replacement you needed. We swapped out Joshua's laptop for a week and asking him to experiment how capable is the tablet for his works. Check out more in the video below!


Can the Xiaomi Mi 5's ceramic backside survive a scratch test?

The Xiaomi Mi 5 offers a curved ceramic back that looks both sleek and stylish. However, YouTuber Alex Wang wanted to see if it is also tough, which you can see in the scratch test video below. Tech specs include a Snapdragon 820 processor and 4GB of RAM with a 16MP 4-axis OIS rear camera.

The Mi 5 is still unreleased in China, but is set for a sale date of 6 April 2016. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details just yet for the Mi 5 but with the the recent Redmi Note 3 release here in Malaysia, we're hoping the Mi 5 gets here soon as well. In the meantime, check out the video for yourself... and stay tuned for the power drill.


Can the ceramic Xiaomi Mi Mix withstand scratch, bend, burn and drop tests?

The new Xiaomi Mi Mix is apparently a nearly completely ceramic smartphone, featuring a ceramic frame and back along with a 6.4-inch bezel-less display. While we didn't manage to score a review unit, JerryRigEverything have done a scratch, bend, burn and drop test to see just how durable the ceramic Mi Mix really is. Traditionally, ceramic is known to be very hard and scratch resistant but it is also quite brittle but you can see for yourself in the videos below:

How high can the Mi Mix go before it breaks?


Can you actually make a living as a gamer?

In this day and age, gaming is by far one of the most popular hobbies around the world due to how accessible and appealing it is. With that said, there are many who are so good at gaming that they could even make a living out of it, especially with the advent of eSports tournaments where pro gamers can win thousands to millions in money or prizes. But the question is, can you actually make a living from playing video games?

The short answer is yes, yes you could, but there are several factors involved when it comes to earning a liveable income from being a gamer. Let’s have a closer look at what these factors are, shall we?

Getting ready for an exciting match! Courtesy of Dallas Fuel

Firstly, one of the factors on whether you could make a living as a gamer heavily depends on the country you are in. This is due to the fact that some countries such as the United States of America, and some parts of Europe have a much more developed and mature infrastructure in order to sustain such a career.

To elaborate further, a country that is much more developed in the field of gaming is more likely to host large gaming events and tournaments with a large prize pool. With that said, competing in these events and tournaments could potentially earn you a large sum of money if you were to bag the grand prize.

My team and I winning first prize during the Overwatch 3v3 tournament

For example, during my time competing in the local esports scene on games such as Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and Overwatch, there were plenty of tournaments with a prize pool large enough to sustain a student for a week or two. There are larger local esport tournaments with a much larger prize pool, but those are not as frequent and they're usually filled with more higher skilled players which may reduce your chance of winning.

However, it is best to note that competing in esports isn't exactly a walk in the park because it involves a lot of practice and research in order perform your best during a tournament. Sure, there are institutes such as the APU Esports Academy Malaysia where they offer subjects on esports which I suggest to attend only if you're not sure where to start.

There are commentators for esports too! Courtesy of The International 2018

It is best to note that large esports tournaments with large prize pools tend to attract more participants which means that there are more players you have to go against which further reduces your odds of winning. Other than competing in esports, there are other paths in esports you could look into, in order to earn an income as well, such as being an esports commentator, analyst, coach, team manager, and so on.

However, if you prefer doing something that is more towards entertaining people instead of esports, you could do something related to content creation instead such as writing or making videos about games. Compared to competing in esports, your income then doesn’t rely on how many tournaments you can compete in and win.

Felix Kjellberg, also known as Pewdiepie, is one of the most popular content creators in the world.  Courtesy of Cold Ones Clips

Instead, content creation relies more on how you entertain the masses by playing video games. But that’s not all, content creation also has the highest potential in earning a large and steady income from advertisements on your videos and sponsorships. (like Pewdiepie!)

To sum it all up, it is quite possible to make a living being a gamer if you work hard enough and if the right opportunity arises. Furthermore, it is best to note that the gaming industry is still growing with more and more jobs and opportunities coming up each day.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on whether it’s possible to earn a feasible income via video games? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Can you believe the Huawei P30 Pro might have 50X zoom + 409600 ISO!?

Just a week before the official Huawei P30 series launch in Paris on 26 March 2019 and another massive leak has appeared, this time from leakster Teme or @RODENT950 who says that an upcoming Huawei P30 smartphone (probably the P30 Pro) will have 50X maximum zoom (digital) and 409600 ISO. Other bits of new info he revealed also include that the new sensor being used is the Sony IMX 650 with a Quad Bayer RYYB (Red, Yellow, Yellow, Blue) colour layout which should mean even more powerful low-light performance.

Further explaining the possible 50X maximum zoom, he said that the periscope camera will be 8MP with 5X optical zoom while the overall hybrid lossless zoom will be 10X for a grand total of 50X digital zoom. In his own words, it sounds “ridiculous” but then all the other teasers of a wedding, Blue concert and Wang Lee Hom concert seem to suggest that it just might be true. Couple this with his other leaks that both the 40MP and 8MP periscope cameras will have OIS and it could also explain the extreme image stabilization.

While this all sounds very plausible, nothing has actually been confirmed just yet, so do take this with a serious pinch of salt. We expect that while the 50X zoom and 409600 ISO might not be there in the beginning, it will come later with further updates, like with the Mate 20 series. We'll be there to check it out first hand next week, so you won't have to wait very long.


Can you believe these RM3K cameraphone features are available in a below RM1K smartphone?

When it comes to budget smartphones, camera performance is normally just average at best while RM3000 or RM3K and above smartphones tend to have awesome camera features. However, one budget smartphone that has the potential to challenge that, is the honor 8X. We have been playing around with it for a while now and we have to say, for a smartphone under RM1000 or RM1K, its photo quality is almost as good as the honor 10, or even its cousins from the Huawei P and Mate series.

Like most new midrange and flagship smartphones nowadays, the honor 8X also comes with an AI Camera function, as well as Portrait Mode, Aperture Mode and the newest camera features such as the AI Sports Shot and Super Night Mode that are most impressive. These features really complement the 20MP + 2MP dual rear camera, as well as the 16MP front camera. Anyway, we took some photos with it and here are the results without any alterations except for resizing. Check them out below!

Starting off with the basic, new smartphones are slowly adopting the "AI Camera" feature but not every budget ones below RM1K has this priviledge. The honor 8X however does come with one and it definitely delivers the performance, showing strong colour contrast. You can really tell the difference when switching it off and it's entirely up to you if you want to utilize it or not.

Starting off with auto mode without AI Camera enabled

Switching on AI Camera, the leaves and scales of the fishes came "alive"

Here's a good example of before and after using AI Camera

In an environment like this, the harsh sunlight would often make the buildings and other subjects' colour dull. AI Camera fixes it quite well

No doubt there are some grainy-ness in the pic, but it puts most mid-range phones to shame. The colours are still in good shape

How about people with AI Camera? Check out our writer, Abel in this AI camera mode (left)Of course, the honor 8X has a ton of filters too so do explore it. Loving the monochrome mode (right)

Portrait Mode is also one of those popular camera features that most smartphone brands are trying to integrate but it isn't as easy as it seems. I'm sure some of you have experienced an "invisible" shield around the subject after taking a Portrait Mode shot and the honor 8X has taken care of the problem. Just a disclaimer, we are not saying that it's perfect like a DSLR but as long as you have a good composition, it shouldn't be a problem.

By the way, the honor 8X is supposed to have a Backlight Portrait Selfies with AI feature like the new flagships, which offers various studio lighting effect for the subject. Currently, it's yet to be updated but the camera will have it via an over-the-air update in the near future so stay tuned for that.

Another portrait mode, it has greatly improved compared to the predecessor

If you play well with the light and composition, you can manipulate the backlight behind in Portrait Mode as if you just used a filter

Apologies for the bad pun, but anyway budget phones are not really good in capturing motion or action packed movements. However, according to the hihonor website, AI Sports Shot is said to detect motion and reduce the shutter speed automatically! Sounds too good to be true? We were kind of suspicious at first but decided to give a try nonetheless and wow, we are pleased to tell you that the new feature works like a charm!

So we tested it with running first, it seems to work nicely. You can even see the white t-shirt wiggling frozen there

To investigate further that the AI Sports Shot really works, we need water

We have mentioned this before in our Top 7 features you won't find together in any other smartphone below RM1K article, but basically night photography is not very kind for budget phones. Unfortunately, the honor 8X also faces this even with AI Camera, but the company has came up with Super Night Shot. Tried and tested, the Super Night Shot passes with flying colours, but we do recommend using a tripod for the best results. Using handheld works too so don't worry about it with shaky jumpy lights, as the AI Stabilization (AIS) will assist you.

Taking night shots like this is the best

Another Super Night Shot with my hands, again it's putting most mid-range (and even some flagships) to shame

We also mentioned this before, but seriously, the honor 8X has slow-motion recording! Of course, it's not on par with some flagships using Super Slow-Motion (up to 960fps) but I think this is good enough for a budget phone. It's able to record in auto or manual mode in 480fps and best used in good lighting environment. Here's our slow-mo demo on the honor 8X.

We have actually come to the end of the article but since we have taken so many photos, we think these close-up photos deserve an entry too so here are some bonus photos in AI Camera mode!

Low light shot on the honor 8X does surprisingly well

A close-up on the light bulb with AI Camera

So what do you think of the camera features on the honor 8X? Quite good, don't you think? Certainly better than some more expensive smartphones out there. Our favourite (and the one that surprised us the most) is the AI Sports Shot and the Super Night Shot. Which one did you like? By the way, in case you're wondering, the honor 8X cost RM949 and we've been told that a red edition will be on sale on 7 November 2018 as well.

To check out the honor 8X, you may visit hihonor.com.my or its online store in Shopee here. Stay tuned for our future review of the honor 8X at TechNave.com!


Can you believe this gaming phone has trigger buttons, SD8gen1 and more for less then RM2.3K?

For many of us Malaysians, mobile gaming has become a favourite pastime. However, to get the best quality experience for your mobile gaming, you may need to get a flagship-class gaming phone and most of them are often priced at around RM3K or higher.

What would you say if you could not only get a gaming smartphone with the latest gaming-ready Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset complete with trigger buttons but also for below RM2.3K? Not only does the POCO F4 GT have all that, it also has a lot more other features so let's check out these reasons to consider the POCO F4 GT as your next gaming phone below.

The one feature we and many other Malaysian POCO fans will like the most is the price, so not only is the top-tier 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant normally priced at RM2499 there's also the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage version going for RM2299. That means that even if you go for the lower-end version, you still end up with a flagship-class gaming phone with the latest tech specs for below RM2.3K.

In addition, POCO are also offering a special early bird price for a limited time only of RM1999 for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage version and RM2199 for the top-tier 12GB RAM + 256GB storage version for a single day on 28 April 2022. If you're interested in the phone, get it now from POCO Malaysia's Lazada or Shopee page. You can also get more details from the launch page but if you need more reasons to decide then do read on.

Of course, highly demanding mobile games require a powerful chipset. Not only is the POCO F4 GT equipped with the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset, it allows you to max out the visual settings in nearly all your games, so you can fully experience all they have to offer in smooth lag-free performance.

The POCO F4 GT also comes with the latest LiquidCool Technology 3.0. This cooling system utilizes dual vapour chamber cooling with a surface coverage of 4860mm2 inside, which keeps the phone from getting too hot even when under pressure.

The POCO F4 GT has plenty of features that make you think "this is a gaming phone". One of these main features would be the magnetic pop-up triggers, which are two extra buttons strategically located on one side, to make the phone feel like a game controller.

While you'd normally use these trigger buttons to shoot your weapons, these trigger buttons can also be customized for a variety of uses. Not only can they be used as extra buttons in mobile games, but also for other functions in regular apps. For instance, you can use one as a dedicated shutter button for the camera app!

High-end mobile games should excel in visuals so gaming phones should have awesome displays. The POCO F4 GT doesn't disappoint in this area. Specifically, the phone features a 6.67-inch AMOLED FHD+ (1080x2400) display that delivers true-to-life colours.

It also has a 120HZ refresh rate and 480Hz touch sampling rate so it should be sensitive enough to capture the fastest of reflexes while also providing top-notch buttery smooth scrolling. There's also HDR10+ support, and more so you can also enjoy movies as you want them.

How do you know a smartphone is a gaming phone? Well, they usually look the part. Gaming phones tend to have designs that make them stand out, and the POCO F4 GT certainly does.

As you can see, the phone has a sleek appearance that looks great. If you want an eye-popping gaming phone, the Cyber Yellow colour is the one we'd go for.

Awesome, right? The POCO F4 GT has a lot of other gaming features like 120W fast charging, CyberEngine, and more. But the one the thing we like best is the price. As mentioned earlier, the starting price of RM2299 easily makes it one of the most affordable flagship-class gaming phones available in 2022.

In addition, there's that early bird price of RM1999 for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage version and RM2199 for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage version available from 28 April 2022 for a single day as well, so don't miss out! If you're finally convinced, then get it now from POCO Malaysia's Lazada or Shopee page.

So, what do you think about the phone? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more articles on the latest smartphones.


Can you go hiking with the Samsung Galaxy S10+

In this video, we’ll be following Natasha, Abel, Joseph and Essabelle as they put the Samsung Galaxy S10+ to the test by bringing it with them on a hike to Broga Hill. They’ll also showcase how well the camera performs under certain conditions and whether the in-display fingerprint sensor still works with dirty fingers.

You get grab the Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus from Samsung’s Online Store, Samsung Experience Stores nationwide, or even from local telcos such as Digi, Maxis, Celcom and more starting from the price of RM3699. In terms of the tech specs, the device is running on the Exynos 9820 chipset, 8GB of RAM, up to 512GB of internal storage, 12MP + 16MP + PDAF sensor in the rear, 10MP + PDAF sensor in the front, 6.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED display with a screen resolution of 1440 x 3040 pixels, and it is powered by a 4100mAh non-removable battery. For more videos like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


7 reasons why you shouldn't pass up getting the Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite for just RM999

So, tablets are still around in this saturated smartphone industry? You bet. In this article, we are going to tell you that the Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite is probably the most value-for-money tablet right now for just RM999. whereas other tablets tend to cost more than RM1k. Even though it's not so performance-ish as its predecessor, the MediaPad M3, but here are 7 reasons why you shouldn't pass up getting the tablet.

Sure, the resolution may have gone down a little but at least it's still 1920 x 1200 resolution. Display size has shrunk too to just 8-inch but that's still more than enough for anyone who needs a tablet. Speaking being small, it still retains the same weight of 310g and measures 7.5mm thick, making it as portable as it can be for your travelling.

Hate paying for a program that you really need? Us too. But here's something that Huawei didn't really mention - it has a Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook are pre-installed inside so that means they are for free! With that, the tablet is perfect for those who are always on-the-go using these programs. Thumbs up for that!

The tablet isn't just for all work, but also for entertainment. The dual SWS3.0 Harman Kardon audio speakers are back to make your video and audio playback a surround sound-ish experience, this is the same audio system that we compared before back last year with the MediaPad M3 vs Apple iPad Mini 4 with the former coming out on top easily. Of course, this is best used when you have a pair of headphones.

The battery compartment is another feature that was degraded from its predecessor but don't get me wrong - 4800mAh is still a lot of battery power juice flowing inside. According to Huawei, the tablet can go on for 600 hours of standby battery life, 40 hours music playback time and 9 hours video playback time. By the way, 600 hours is the equivalent of 25 days and if you're not a heavy user, it can go on for days!

Nowadays, computer manufacturers are installing some eyesight filters on their monitors, especially for the gamers. The Mediapad M3 lite is no exception and Huawei has integrated a ClariVu eyesight protection for you. A feature that is often overlooked, this is a great addition for those who have a bad habit of surfing Facebook, playing games or watching videos before they call it a night (me) especially in the long run.

Here's a fun fact, the Mediapad M3 didn't have a Split Screen, Twin App and calling feature before, so this is an added bonus for the little brother. With the 8-inch display, using the Split Screen is a much welcome addition and should be a favourite for the multitaskers, no longer do you have to switch in between apps to do certain tasks. And if you want to have another account on the same app, the Twin App is there to serve your needs. You can even make calls with it, enough said.

Last but not least, the Mediapad M3 Lite retains the premium design look from its predecessor, made from a metal chassis from an aerospace grade aluminium with diamond cut bezels and a curved backside. In fact, the unibody tablet looks like a smartphone that's overgrown but is still comfortable to hold. If you're wondering what's so impressive about this, remember that for using that kind of body material, it's still RM999.

So that's it, did we miss out any other features that should be on this list? Let us know in the comments below. The Mediapad M3 lite is now available in space grey and gold with a free case at every Huawei Experience Store, authorised sellers across the nation and online on Vmall.my, thanks for reading and stay tuned for more tech articles from TechNave.com.


Can you replace your smartphone with a Nokia Asha 503?

Small, 3.5G capable and touchscreen equipped, can the Nokia Asha 503 be used as a smartphone?

As the top-of-the-line model of the Nokia Asha 500 series of hybrid feature phones, the Nokia Asha 503 offers a number of features which are on par with that of most standard smartphones. This includes a capacitive screen, a 5MP camera with LED flash and 3.5G connectivity amongst other tech specs and features. Going for a retail value of just RM319, can you replace your smartphone with a Nokia Asha 503? The short answer would be: Yes. Yes you can. But it also raises the question of: Should you replace your smartphone with a Nokia Asha 503? Read our detailed analysis for the answer to this question.

For the skeptical ones who haven't even touched the Nokia Asha 503 but are already judging it, we'll start with what it can do as a smartphone. Most smartphone users use their devices to check their email and answer them, browse the Internet, take pictures and video and of course answer and make calls. In all of these tasks, the Asha 503 is more than capable. It can also view and answer social media with apps for Facebook and Twitter or chat apps like Whatsapp and Line. The Asha 503's 3.5G connectivity lets it pull off all of these mostly online tasks with relative ease and the compressed browser speeds up your Internet browsing experience somewhat as well. The swipe based interface is fairly intuitive and the capacitive screen is both sensitive as well as protected with a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass.

For it's price, the Nokia Asha 503 probably has one of the better cameras complete with LED flash. It is also very portable, fairly light, fits into your pockets without bulging too much and has a reasonable battery life. While battery life use to be one of the main advantages for the Nokia Asha 501, the addition of 3.5G, a bigger screen and dual-SIM make the Asha 503 a bit less energy efficient. However, it is still better than your average smartphone, which usually needs to be recharged daily. You'll probably only need to recharge the Nokia Asha 503 after 3 or so days of heavy use and 5 days on normal but it is still a bit of a let down compared to the 2 weeks unplugged battery life of the Nokia Asha 501. In addition, the design of the Nokia Asha 503 also stands out from the crowd with it's clear transparent shell surrounding a brightly coloured polycarbonate casing. Most standard smartphones at this price range are either black or white and look downright boring.

Fast and simple to use, the Nokia Asha 503 lets you do the all the basic social media posts

The Nokia Asha 503's biggest limitation is it's 3-inch 240 x 320 pixel resolution screen. Sure, you can take above average 5MP shots, but they'll all look pixelated on the Asha 503's screen. Unfortunately, this also affects nearly everything, as browsing the Internet or reading emails isn't as sharp or clear. Video playback looks like that of an old-style television and if you have vision problems then everything is going to look even more blurry. Apps are another major problem. While there is an App store with more than 50 apps, how can you compare this against that of the Android app store which has hundreds of thousands? The apps are also rather limited because while you can check your Facebook feed and post, you won't be able to do much more than that and this limited use applies to almost all other third-party apps as well. Many Android apps can do a lot more than just the basic tasks. Last but not least is that the performance of the Asha 503 is slow compared to the various dual-core entry-level smartphones available on the market. There is a very noticeable lag when swiping or scrolling with the Asha 503 and while this may not affect the actual function of the phone, it does make the experience a bit less than what it could be.

The actual image may be sharp but on the Nokia Asha 503's screen it will look blurry and pixelated

If the Nokia Asha 503 came out when the Asha 501 came out then perhaps it would have been one of the better value buy smartphones out there. But since it just came out recently, this is no longer the case. One or two years ago, finding a good yet affordable Android smartphone was next to impossible with the cheapest also being the lowest in capabilities. Today, there are many new good and affordable smartphones from brands like Lenovo and Alcatel. A quick search on our sister site of MobileMegaMall.com for Android smartphones below RM319 reveals 327 possible matches. One prime example would be the Lenovo A390 which has 3G connectivity, a 5MP camera, dual-SIM support and a capacitive touch screen. True, the camera doesn't have an LED flash, but the 4-inch display with 480 x 800 pixel resolution is more than double that of the Asha 503. It also has a dual-core processor, relatively good PowerVR SGX531u graphics and a 1-2 day battery life. It is also only priced from RM290, less than the Nokia Asha 503. A quick look through will reveal other affordable smartphones with similar tech specs and features.

Now, you can find many affordable Android smartphones with similar if not better features

Only if you don't mind the screen, the lag and limited Apps. With this sort of criteria we think the Asha 503 would be a good starter smartphone for either the young (because it is colourful and trendy) and senior citizens (because they won't mind about thelag or limited apps). However, the Nokia Asha 503 isn't a good smartphone replacement for those who like to take photos and videos but don't have a computer to view them, as they won't look good on the Asha 503's low resolution screen. This won't be an issue for those who have never seen a screen larger than 240 x 320 pixels but it will be a turn off for those who already have used a smartphone as most of them have higher resolutions than that. That being said, there are now many other smartphone options compared to the Nokia Asha 503, even those that cost less but still offer better features. So, if you're looking for a basic smartphone that can do more then you probably shouldn't replace your smartphone with a Nokia Asha 503. If you're looking for a backup phone, the Nokia Asha 501 provides better battery life and costs less too (about RM240 and above).

Good starter semi-smartphone for those who have never had a smartphone but not a very good smartphone replacement


Can you run Android on a Nintendo Switch? Yes, yes you can.

The guys over at XDA-Developers.com has managed to get Google’s Android operating system running on a Nintendo Switch. Using a bunch of software such as the Linux 5 Tegra Ubuntu developed by ByLaws, as well as the emuMMC for the Switch. The handheld console was able to boot into the Android Operating system directly off an SD card, without the need to perform any sort of installation.

The Nintendo Switch was able to run the Android OS in a fashion similar to that of an average Android Tablet. Not only that, but it is also able to access the Google Play Store which allows the user to install various applications as well. They have installed PUBG Mobile on the Switch, which worked flawlessly minus the inability to connect the Joycons. In addition to that, the Nintendo DS emulator was also installed to test out older Nintendo games such as Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, Pokemon Leaf Green, and more.

They even got Netflix working on the Switch!

Playing a Nintendo game, in a Nintendo Emulator, in an Android Emulator, in a Switch. Woah.

As expected, the games ran without a hitch due to the fact that the Switch comes equipped with the gaming-focused Tegra X1 chipset that was manufactured by Nvidia. Not only that, but it also comes with 4GB of Low-power DDR4 RAM, 6.2-inch HD display and a 4310mAh non-removable battery. That being said, the software developed to get Android running on the Switch is nowhere close to perfect and the developers plan to further improve the software before they release it to the public.

The Nintendo Switch can be bought in Malaysia from Shopee from as low as RM1149. Will you be keen on installing Google’s Android operating system on the Nintendo Switch? Let us know on our Facebook Page and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Can you use the Samsung Galaxy S10 series to replace your laptop?

As cliche as it may sound, it doesn't take a scientist to notice that smartphones are now a huge part of our lives. In fact, it can be said that some smartphones are capable of replacing our laptops in the workplace. It all started when Samsung introduced the Samsung DeX or Desktop Experience in 2017, allowing the user to have a desktop-like experience by connecting the phone to a PC monitor.

Fun fact - our writer, Jim usually does his work on his smartphone during a launching event, but when he's in the office, he works on his laptop. So in this article, he decided to use the Samsung Galaxy S10+ for one day to answer the question, can you use the Samsung Galaxy S10 series to replace your laptop?

If you have always wanted to try out DeX Mode, all you need is a HDMI to USB-C cable or a Samsung DeX dock (or DeX Pad) and a monitor to get it started. Once connected, you can control the mouse or keyboard on the phone's display but for a much better desktop experience, just get yourself an actual mouse and keyboard and turn the Galaxy S10+ into a "fully working PC"!

Here's how a complete Samsung DeX setup looks like

If you want, you can use the phone as a mouse or keyboard

Look at all the different resolutions you can choose from!

Depending on your monitor's configuration, the resolution can be adjusted up to 3440 x 1440 and you can even customize your favourite wallpaper in DeX mode. Similarly to a laptop connected to a monitor, the Galaxy S10+ can also be used as the second monitor and multitasking is not a problem at all. You can open different social apps and chat with your friends and family, open working apps such as Microsoft Office or WPS on the monitor, as well as running Facebook in the background and others. From Jim's experience and us as witnesses, this is the definition of convenience.

Just for your information, apps such as Gmail, Word, Excel and others operate a little differently from your traditional laptop and you probably need some time to get used to it. However, do be assured that all the apps do run quite smoothly and one of the best things about this is if you want to transfer a photo or other files from the phone, you don't need a USB flash drive anymore because you're already in DeX mode! Just do it straight away lah.

Opening three apps at the same time with Whatsapp, WeChat and Internet browsing

Just like a desktop/laptop, you can adjust the volumes and other informations on the bottom right

Word and Excel are optimized well for DeX mode

You can also watch YouTube up to 1080p in DeX mode

This is how gaming on DeX mode looks like

So far, working on the Galaxy S10+ like a working PC is quite a wonder. But what about playing some games? Well, gaming is still doable but still just for certain types of games. These include Game apps that need to be tapped or clicked like Candy Crush, which is then opened up in windows.

Even games like Command and Conquer: Rivals can be played in DeX mode, as well as the 5v5 MOBA game, Vainglory that's already optimized with a mouse and keyboard. Unfortunately, PUGB Mobile fans won't be able to play this in DeX mode yet, while games that utilize motion-controls like Asphalt 9 are also not playable. Despite that, you can always opt out of DeX mode easily and play on the phone anyway.

So the working experience is quite comparable with working on a laptop, but what about the performance? Well, since it's sporting an Exynos 9820 processor (Malaysia version), 8GB of RAM and up to 512GB ROM, it has already surpassed most of the laptop's configuration in the market and it's more than enough for smooth working experience.

On the battery side, plugging the Galaxy S10+ on the DeX Station while working will always keep it charged up, but this cannot be said the same for using a HDMI to USB Type-C cable for DeX mode. Nonetheless, the phone can be charged up quickly thanks to the fast charging technology and this also surpassed most of the laptops as well. Enough said.

After a day of using the Galaxy S10+ with DeX mode in the office, we can conclude that using the flagship for work (and some games) is actually quite viable and this is great for people who often work on their mobile phones on-the-go. Personally, I think this is also great for vloggers and influencers to do their work faster without using a cable to transfer those 4K footages after their social events, fully taking advantage of the Galaxy S10 series's awesome video recording capabilities, so that's another bonus point there. In fact, this experience got me tempted to have one too after seeing my colleague doing it!

If this is what you've been looking for, the latest Samsung Galaxy S10 flagship series is now available in every Samsung store across Malaysia, as well as its official online store here. That's all for now, folks. Stay tuned for more tech articles only at TechNave.com!


Can your < RM2K smartphone do these 5 things like the HONOR View20?

Depending on the smartphone price range, there is only so much a smartphone can do. For example, a phone that's around RM500 would only have a memory capacity of 3GB + 32GB at most. And if you want the whole package, you probably have to spend 1-2 months of salary for a device that costs easily over RM3K. Is there no balance?

If you aren't aware, HONOR has a reputation for releasing devices that are value-for-money and we ourselves are quite a big fan of them. The HONOR View20 is one of the latest 2019 flagships and has 5 cool features starting from just RM1999, so that said - can your <RM2K smartphone do these 5 things like the HONOR View20?

There is no doubt that plenty of smartphones are capable of taking great photos nowadays, but sometimes they don't look that great when viewed on a PC monitor, showing grainy pixels spoiling the photo. Would cropping the image solve the problem? Yes and no, you might get rid of the unwanted part, but cropping usually makes the photo more pixelated.

This is where the AI Ultra Clarity feature comes in. Granted, it's not the first time that a company did this and may not look that different from a typical smartphone photo shot, but upon zooming in or cropping the image, the feature magically does its work and we have never been so impressed. The photo below can speak for itself:

Normal 48MP photo without AI Ultra Clarity

There's a good chance of 99% of us that when we go into our toilet to do our "business", we would bring our smartphone and play a game or two. But like in "every-toilet-ever", the reception is horrendous even if the WiFi modem is just outside. To solve this (not just for toilet users), HONOR has integrated a Link Turbo feature inside the phone which helps to connect on your network carrier and WiFi line at the same time while prioritising the latter. Should your WiFi disappear, it will switch to the network carrier and vice versa.

It's also worth mentioning that you will have a nice gaming experience thanks to the GPU Turbo 2.0 (which supports PUBG Mobile, Arena of Valor, Mobile Legends and others), as well as having the NINE Liquid Cooling System to help cool down your phone while gaming. No more "burnt" fingers!

One of the coolest looking 2019 smartphones

It's not just the flagships that have a premium design with gradient colours, even mid-range devices now have it as well. While gradient colours are definitely eye-catching, the fact remains that the HONOR View20 is currently the only phone with a cool and one of a kind Aurora Nanotexture that shows off a V shape reflection which no other brand has. What's more, the back cover is glass and for a RM1999 device this is the perfect combo of premium and affordable.

What? The HONOR View20 has 3D motion games?! Surprise! But don't get too excited because there are only two games (Fancy Skiing and Fancy Darts) available for it at this time of posting. Also, you need an HONOR dock and a HDMI to USC-C cable to make it work.

However, you can still take advantage of the flagship's Time of Flight (ToF) sensor on other things. There's a 3D Shaping that can reshape your body from the background without any distortion, as well as a Magic AR app that allows you to record videos with a 3D character with you in it. It may not sound all that impressive, but this is the first step towards 3D motion games in the near future and when 5G comes, it has the potential to be awesome.

Finally, this is probably almost everyone's favourite feature - the HONOR View20 has a huge 4000mAh battery that can easily last you through more than a day. Also, just in case you forgot to charge your phone, it has a fast charging technology that can charge over 50% within 30 minutes. Again, not a lot of phones at the RM2K price range has both of these features as those with 4000 mAh batteries or higher usually take a long time to charge.

In just within 10 minutes, the phone is already at 52.7% from 37% (you have to take my word for it)

True enough, the phone was at 83.2% after 30 minutes

So there you have it, maybe you know a phone or two that has one of these features but the facts remains - the HONOR View20 is the only one with all these 5 features starting from RM1999 and that's a real deal breaker. I rest my case, but what do you think? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more tech articles only at TechNave.com.


Canadian retailer leaks price of ~RM841 for Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro

Later this week, Samsung is expected to launch a few new products during its next Galaxy Unpacked. Aside from the flagship Galaxy S21 series, the Galaxy Buds Pro TWS earbuds should also be included. Now, it seems that a few details of the latter have been revealed, including price.

According to Gizmochina, Canadian retailer Staplers has leaked the details for the Samsung Galaxy Attic on its website ahead of the launch on 14 January 2021. It revealed the same product images for the Galaxy Buds Pro that we've seen previously, as well as the price of CAD 264.99 (~RM841). You can also see that it's available in three colours of violet, black, and silver.

Some specs for the Galaxy Buds Pro were mentioned too, such as the 11mm woofer and 6.5mm tweeter built into each earbud. The earbuds are also expected to have up to 5 hours of battery life, IPX7 water resistance, Ambient Sound mode, and more. Mind you, most of the specs and features have already been leaked previously.

Since multiple sources are providing the same details, we think these 'leaks' should be accurate. But with that said, what else would the new model need to make it a worthwhile upgrade? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates on it.


Canon 1DX Mark II Hands-on Product Tour

On 14 April 2016, Canon Marketing (Malaysia) launched the Canon 1DX Mark II here in Kuala Lumpur. It is a professional photography camera that packs a 35mm full frame CMOS sensor with Dual Digic 6+ image processors. It is able to shoot 20.2-megapixel resolution photos and highspeed continuous shooting up to 14fps with full AF and 16fps in Live View mode. Not to forget, it is also Canon's first DSLR that can shoot 4k resolution video. With that being said, it is targeted for the sports and wildlife photographers with the price tag of RM25299 here in Malaysia. Here is a quick hands-on product tour video for you to learn more about the features of the 1DX Mark II.


Canon EOS-1D Mark IV Camera Review

The 1D series cameras are optimized for fast operation and have traditionally been the camera of choice for sports professionals who shoot with Canon. 1D series use an APS-H format sensor (28.1x18.7mm), which is larger than APS-C and so can yield higher image quality, but is smaller than full frame, which means that the file size is smaller and the reflex mirror can be smaller and lighter. This enables the camera can operate at higher speeds (10 frames per sec). Like other professional 1D and 1Ds series cameras, the EOS 1D MkIV has an integrated grip with a second set of controls for vertical shooting and is weather-sealed for operation outdoors in the rain. It also utilizes a high capacity battery pack and has high strength construction to make it rugged enough to stand up to hard professional use.

The EOS 1D MkIV is a relatively large and heavy camera. The integrated grip and high capacity battery significantly increase the size of the camera body when compared to an EOS 5D MkII and it's much bigger and heavier than something like a digital Rebel T2i. At just over 2.5lbs in weight it's also pretty heavy - and that weight doesn't include a lens!Of course the size and weight are a consequence of the sturdy construction and other features required for serious professional use. The grip is integrated to add strength and reliability. With an integrated grip there are no worries about body-to-grip contacts or providing a place where dust and moisture can enter the camera - plus there's no weak mechanical coupling to fail if the camera is dropped or otherwise abused. The chassis of the Canon 1D MkIV is all metal and is environmentally sealed using 76 different rubber seals and gaskets. All of this adds to the size and weight of the camera.Canon EOS 1D Mark IV - Controls:

The control layout of the Canon EOS 1D MkIV is similar to that of other Canon EOS 1 series cameras (including film cameras). Operational mode is set via push buttons and the main control wheel rather than the dial used by prosumer models. Again this is related to durability and reliability. Canon EOS 1D Mark IV - Viewfinder:

The whole viewfinder assembly is pretty much identical to that used in the 1D MkIII. It has 100% coverage with approximately 0.76x magnification and a 20mm eyepoint. A dioptric adjustment of -3 to 1 diopters is built in and there is an eyepiece shutter to block off light during long exposures. The standard focusing screen is the Laser-matte Ec-C IV. It provides a clear image for easy focusing, excellent brightness, low "grain" and a natural looking background blur.The viewfinder display has two parts, one horizontal display below the screen and the other vertical and to the right of the screen. The vertical display shows metering (including flash metering) and exposure compensation in 1/3 stop steps from +3 to -3 stops. It also shows indicators for JPEG and RAW file recording, maximum burst count and battery level. The horizontal display shows the usual EOS parameters such as shutter speed, aperture, ISO, highlight tone priority, shots remaining, flash status, metering mode, focus confirmation and white balance correction.Canon EOS 1D Mark IV - LCD:

The Canon EOS 1D MkIV features a 3-inch LCD monitor with approximately 920,000 dots (VGA resolution), a wide (160°) viewing angle, high brightness and low power consumption. Colors and color reproduction have been improved over the old EOS-1D Mark III and more natural-looking images closer to the sRGB color space are obtained.The protective cover over the LCD has been changed from plastic to reinforced glass to prevent any force applied to the protective cover from reaching the LCD panel. The new cover is also much more scratch resistant. The Canon EOS-1D Mark IV's LCD screen has an anti-reflective and smudge-resistant coating and with internal technology which also reduces internal reflections. This results in a higher contrast image which is easier to see, even outdoors in bright sunlight.Canon EOS 1D Mark IV - ISO and Noise:

The Canon EOS 1D MkIV has an ISO range of 100-12,800 without expansion. With expansion enabled via a custom function, there are additional ISO settings of 50 (L), 25,600 (H1), 51,200 (h2) and a remarkable 102,400 (H3). There's also an auto ISO function ,customizable with the photographer's choice of upper and lower limits between ISO 100 and ISO 12800. Auto ISO functions in manual mode, so the photographer can set shutter speed and aperture and the camera will select the appropriate ISO setting for optimum exposure.The actual photosensitive area of the Canon D MkIV pixels is the same as that of the 1D MkIII, despite the higher pixel density (16MP vs. 10.1MP). In addition a gapless microlens system and a higher transmission Bayer matrix color filter further improve light capture. The result is that in spite of a higher pixel density (and therefore a smaller pixel size), the Canon 1D MkIV shows a lower noise level than the 1D MkIII.Overall I'd say that the noise level of the Canon EOS 1D MkIV is pretty similar to that of the EOS 5D MkII through ISO 6400 and is at least one stop better than the noise level of the EOS 7D. At ISO 12800 and 25600 the Canon 1D MkIV shows the lower noise than the 5D MkII.

Like all the professional 1 series EOS cameras, the Canon EOS 1D MkIV doesn't have a built in flash. There are probably several reasons why a pop-up flash isn't used. First lack of space in the pentaprism area and second, better weather-sealing since a pop-up flash gives more areas for water and dust penetration. A pop-up flash is also susceptible to damage so a sealed pentaprism unit leads to a tougher camera. There is the standard EOS hotshoe and a PC flash connector. Maximum sync voltage is 250v and maximum sync speed is 1/300s for small compact flashes. Sync speed may be slower with large studio flash systems. Flash exposure microadjustment is provided.Canon EOS 1D Mark IV - Autofocus:

Autofocus has been something of a thorn in the side of Canon when it comes to the 1D series cameras. More specifically the EOS 1D MkIII, which preceded the EOS 1D MkIV had some problems. While many users were delighted with the AF and had no problems, others found fault with operation with AF tracking of moving subjects under certain sets of conditions. Canon offered repairs on the sub-mirror assembly of some cameras which had a problem and several firmware updates were issued to address AF tracking issues. Canon also recalibrated the AF system on some cameras returned to them for AF tracking problems.The 1D MkIV AF system is quite complex. It has 45 zones, 39 of which can be manually selected. 19 zones are used when the camera auto selects the AF point, All 39 zones have cross sensitivity. The center AF zone is a cross type with vertical AF sensitivity up to f4 and horizontal sensitivity up to f/8. That means that lenses up to f/8 (e.g. f/4 with a 2x TC) can be autofocused using the center AF zone (horizontal sensitivity only). The other AF zones have vertical sensitivity up to f/2.8 and horizontal sensitivity up to f/5.6, which means they act as cross sensors for lenses f/2.8 and faster and horizontal sensors for lenses slower than f/2.8.

The Canon EOS 1D MkIV uses the same 63-zone metering sensor as the 1D MkIII but different firmware is used to optimize correlation with the 45 AF zones of the 1D MkIV. The usual metering modes are available: Evaluative, Partial (13.5%), Spot (3.8%) and Center-weighted averaging. The evaluative metering algorithm of the 1d MkIV has been tweaked for more accurate results. The E-TTL II flash metering algorithms have also been tweaked for better exposure by using distance information to minimize the influence of the subjects clothing color, size etc.Canon EOS 1D Mark IV - Live View:

In live view mode focus via contrast detection or phase detection is possible. Phase detection ("Quick" AF mode) requires the mirror to be flipped up and uses the focus system that is used for still images, but it is fast and accurate. Contrast detection ("Live"AF mode) is done using the live image and does not require the mirror to flip down but it can be rather slow . A face detection mode is also available, which also uses contrast detection. The AF zone used for contrast detection can be user selected if desired.Canon EOS 1D Mark IV - Video:

The Canon EOS-1D Mark IV has excellent "broadcast quality" video capture. Video recording can be stopped and started using a single button, though there is no dedicated video button as there is on the EOS 7D. On the Canon EOS 1D MkIV you have to first select the "movie" option from the Live View menu. Then you can start and stop video using the FEL (flash exposure lock) button. Video can be viewed directly on compatible HD-ready TVs via the mini HDMI output. Any Canon EOS compatible lens can be used and if the lens has image stabilization, IS can be used during video recording. Due to the file system used on the memory cards, the maximum clip length is 4GB, the same as the maximum singe file size on any FAT 32 formatted volume. When shooting at lower resolution, clip length is limited to a maximum of 30 minutes, even if the file is under 4GB. 4GB is about 12 minutes of HD video or about 24 minutes of VGA video.Video can be captured at full 1920 x 1080 resolution at frame rates of 24 (23.976), 25 or 30 (29.97) frames per second, for up to 4GB per clip. Movies are saved as MOV files and can be viewed in Full HD with HDMI output. Other recording sizes include HD at 1280 x 720 (50/60 (59.94) fps) or SD/VGA at 640 x 480 (50/60 (59.94) fps). The EOS-1D Mark IV has a built-in microphone for simple mono recording and stereo sound can be recorded through a self-powered external microphone.Canon EOS 1D Mark IV - Peripheral Illumination Correction:

While Canon has offered peripheral illumination correction (also known as vignetting correction) in DPP when doing conversions from RAW image files for quite a while, the Canon EOS 1D MkIV can apply the same corrections to in-camera JPEGs when certain Canon lenses are used. The camera has a database of about 20 Canon lenses. The Canon OS Utility software can be used to check which lenses are in the database and to add others for which the data is available.Canon EOS 1D Mark IV - Self Cleaning Sensor:

The sensor cleaning system of the Canon EOS 1D MkIV includes a “fluorine coating” on the low pass filter. This is said to provide “better dust resistance”. The sensor uses an ultrasonic shaking mechanism to shake any dust particles off the low pass filter when the camera is turned on and off. The position and size of any dust stuck on the sensor can also be saved as reference "dust delete data" and this data can be used for removal of dust spots using post processing with Canon's DPP software.Canon EOS 1D Mark IV - Memory Cards:

The Canon EOS 1D MkIV can use either CompactFlash (CF) or Secure Digital (SD/SDHC) memory cards. The 1D MkIV can take advantage of the extra speed of UDMA 6(Ultra Direct Memory Access mode 6) enabled cards. The ability to use UDMA 6 means that the 1D MkIV can take full advantage of the fastest cards available. Currently the fastest cards are rated at 90MB/s but the 1D MkIV will be able take advantage of cards rated at up to 133MB/s when they become available. I tested the Canon EOS 1D MkIV using a 90 MB/s (600x) UDMA 6 Sandisk Extereme Pro 16GB CF card and I had no problems with performance, including recording HD video.Canon EOS 1D Mark IV - Battery:

Canon's standard testing suggests that the battery should be good for about 1500 shots at 73°F or 1200 shots at 32°F. In Live View mode those numbers are significantly reduced to 270 and 230 shots respectively. In video mode the battery should be good for about 2h 40m of shooting at 73°F (though there is a 30m or 4GB limit--whichever comes first--on any single video clip).Conclusion:

It's built to a standard to survive hard professional use while delivering images of outstanding quality under adverse conditions. It can shoot at 10 fps and in light levels so low that other cameras would yield images that were mostly noise. I found the autofocus to be fast and accurate and AF tracking of moving subjects was the best I've yet seen. It can also shoot broadcast quality 1080p HD video when called on to do so. It is a large, heavy and complex camera and a thorough reading and understanding of the manual is required to extract the maximum performance via its many customization options (there are 62 custom functions, each of which has from 2 to 4 options). This is not a camera for a beginner, but it is a camera that's capable of yielding outstanding results in the hands of a professional.