You can register for the COVID-19 vaccine on behalf of your family members from 12 March 2021 onwards

Minister Khairy Jamaluddin has recently announced that it will be possible for users to register their family members for the COVID-19 vaccine starting from 12 March 2021 onwards. With that in mind, you can soon help your not-so-tech-savvy parents register for the vaccination via the MySejahtera app.

Based on the minister’s statement, about 3,832,976 individuals have already registered for the COVID-19 immunization programmes. However, with the introduction of the feature mentioned above, the numbers could spike up drastically a few days after 12 March, so act fast if you have not registered yourself for the programme.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on being able to register for the vaccination on behalf of your family members? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You can register your interest for the Apple iPhone 8 or iPhone 8 Plus with U Mobile

U Mobile recently opened up a register your interest page for those looking to get the Apple iPhone 8 or iPhone 8 Plus under a U Mobile plan. No details as to specific Malaysia release dates or pricing but the page does reveal these iPhones will come in gold (looks rather rose-like doesn't it?), silver and space grey with 64GB and 256GB storage options. No news on the iPhone X but stay tuned to TechNave.com and we'll keep you updated.


You can replace your background while calling on Skype for Mac

Looks like you’ll be able to replace your background while you’re in a video call on Skype for Mac very soon, based on a statement by thurrott.com. The aforementioned feature is currently being rolled out, and it will be available for everyone to use very soon.

In order to turn on the background replacement effect, all you need to do in access the Audio & Video settings on the application and select the background you’re interested in using. With all that said, what are your thoughts on Skype allowing users to replace their background during video calls? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You can report smokers to the Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia via WhatsApp

Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia has recently made a tweet (which has been removed) stating that you can report smokers to them via WhatsApp. This is due to a recent restriction that was introduced on 1 January 2019 in which states that the use of cigarettes, shisha as well as e-cigarettes containing nicotine will not be allowed near a restaurant. Any individuals who fail to adhere to the restrictions will be fined up to RM10000 or up to 2 years jail time.

Based on the image courtesy of lowyat.net, the public has to include relevant information such as the name of the restaurant, address, time and date as well as a picture of the smoker that committed the offence within the restricted area.

On the other hand, restaurants can also be reported and fined if there is a “no smoking” sign located within the premise. For more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple introduces Fitness+ to deliver fitness metrics to other Apple devices

As promised, fans of Apple finally got to see some new products earlier today. If you haven't, do check out our report on the new iPads and Apple Watches. Anyway, today morning we'll be touching on new software services that Apple is introducing, starting with a one for those who work out often - Fitness+.

Fitness+ is a new fitness platform built for the Apple Watch and is expected to be launched later this year. It takes metrics that are recorded on the Apple Watch and visualises them in a meaningful way on Apple devices, including the iPhone, iPad and Apple TV. Apple described it as a "first-of-its-kind personalised workout experience", so we can probably expect to see some features we don't normally see from other fitness apps.

The app will have an AI that will recommend you previously completed workout routines and suggest new options that match the ones you select most often. You can be assured of their effectiveness, as these routines are created by professional trainers. While you workout, the app will also play motivating music from well-known artists. You can save music from Apple Music if you want to, but a subscription to Apple Music is not required.

Want to learn more? Then you can check out the Apple Fitness+ site. With that said, what are your thoughts on the platform and how does it compare to similar platforms? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates.


You can save up RM450 on the iPhone 13 series & more at Machines' new store in Pavilion Bukit Bintang

In case you didn't know, there is a brand new Machines store in Pavilion Bukit Bintang and today is the grand opening launch. To celebrate the occassion, the store's special promotion on various Apple products is also on sale.

Before we get into that, you can still purchase the latest iPhone 14 series and get 0% interest for up to 48 months. This even includes vouchers up to RM250 or you can make a RM300 deposit first and get a complimentary RM100 accessories voucher on your next purchase. You may get free 50GB iCloud storage for three months too.

Now unto the special promotion, several Apple products are on a discount and you can view them in the table below.

For instalments (credit or debit card), trades and viewing the rest of the Apple products, you can tap on any of the hyperlinks given here. The new Machines store is located on Level 5 of Pavilion Bukit Bintang so happy shopping. And stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


You can send audio messages using Google Assistant very soon!

Based on a statement by gizmochina, it seems that Google recently unveiled a feature that allows users to send audio messages to their contacts via the Google Assistant. While not much is known in regards to when the aforementioned feature will be available in Malaysia, we do know that it will be available on most Android devices such as smartphones, tablet, and more.

But that’s not all, it seems that there are 5 new functionalities that will be available on the assistant as well such as snapping a selfie, reading a web article, and more. However, there’s no news on the official date in which the features mentioned will be available to the public.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on Google adding more functionality to the Google Assistant? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You can send scheduled voice messages on Telegram in the future

Telegram could soon come with the ability for you to schedule a voice chat in the future, based on a report by testingcatalog.com. While not much is known in regards to when the feature will be available, it does give us a better idea of what to expect from the messaging app in the future.

The aforementioned feature is available on Telegram v7.7.0, and it can be utilized by opening a chat and tapping on the 3-dot settings menu. Then, select start voice chat, tap on schedule voice chat and pick a time. Once activated, the app will remind you that you hop into the voice call as soon as the timer counts down to zero.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on Telegram allowing you to schedule a voice call? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You can soon get Nintendo's new Switch dock for ~RM295

If you have a Nintendo Switch, you may have encountered this problem once or twice - disconnection. The Switch relies entirely on WiFi for Internet connectivity, which might not be reliable depending on your setup and place. But you could fix that by getting the new dock.

As you may know, Nintendo launched the Switch OLED for RM1699 back in October. It doesn't offer a lot of improvements in terms of performance. However, the new OLED display is great if you are using it as a portable console, instead of docking it most of the time. Having said that, there's a new dock to go with it.

Specifically, the new dock comes with an Ethernet port. This means you can connect your Switch to the Internet with an Ethernet cable instead of wirelessly, which should be more stable. The new dock was recently made available as an optional accessory in the US for USD70 (~RM295), so we can expect it to come here soon.

Buying it separately means you can get it for the regular Nintendo Switch too, which is good if you're having issues connecting wirelessly. If you need to get a new dock, would you get the new one? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


You can soon say "Hey Spotify" for a hands-free listening experience

Based on a statement by gsmarena, it seems that Spotify has started rolling out the “Hey Spotify” voice recognition feature that lets you search and play songs without physically touching your phone. While not much is known in regards to when the feature will be available in Malaysia, it does give us a better idea of what to expect from Spotify in the coming months.

After enabling the “Hey Spotify” feature, it’s just as easy to use as Bixby, Google Assistant, as well as Siri. Other than that, there doesn’t seem to be anything else that’s new coming to Spotify as of the time of this writing.

What are your thoughts on the “Hey Spotify” feature? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You can soon send up to 1-minute long video messages on WhatsApp

Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp will soon add the ability to send video messages of up to 1-minute between users. Spotted on the latest beta version of the app on both iOS and Android, the feature is expected for a wide release in the near future.

As shared by WABetaInfo, the short video feature is currently available to selected beta testers on both iOS and Android. Specifically, it’s available on WhatsApp beta for iOS 23.6.0.73 and WhatsApp beta for Android 2.23.8.19.

Of course, WhatsApp is already supporting a video-sharing feature between users, but this particular one is recorded in real-time by tapping on a video camera button on the left side of the text box. Essentially, it’s similar to sending audio messages on WhatsApp, only, well, it’s video.

It is unknown when this feature would make its way to the masses, but WABetaInfo claimed that it would roll out in “the coming weeks”. Until then, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news such as this.


You can soon share your Twitter tweets to Instagram and Snapchat on iOS

Most of us use multiple social media platforms these days. It's useful since different companies or personalities could be more active on different platforms. But for Twitter users, they often share or embed tweets elsewhere. So, Twitter has made a new feature to make sharing easier.

According to an official announcement, iOS users can now directly share tweets to Snapchat Stories. Twitter is also doing A/B testing of the same share feature for Instagram Stories, so it should be added very soon. However, Twitter didn't mention if the feature will be available on Android and when it would be implemented.

There’s more! We’ll also be testing sharing Tweets to IG Stories to a small % so keep an eye out

As you can see from the image, you can share a tweet to Snap Camera. Basically, the tweet will be embedded in your Snapchat Stories post. There will also be a link that redirects you back to the tweet so that people can comment on the post or follow the conversation. The feature is expected to work similarly for Instagram.

Personally, I sincerely hope Twitter will add an edit feature to the platform, as I find that more important. But what do you think? What's a feature you want to see on Twitter? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


You can soon transfer your WhatsApp chat history between Android and iOS

There's no denying that while some are concerned about WhatsApp's new privacy policy, most will continue to use it. As such, new features that improve the app are always appreciated. This time around, the developer is working on a new feature related to chat history.

According to WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is testing a Chat History Migration feature. As the name suggests, it will allow you to transfer your WhatsApp chat history from Android to iOS, and vice versa. Previously, this type of chat history transfer was possible only with third-party tools or modified versions of WhatsApp. If you're someone who uses an Android phone and an iPad, this feature would come in handy.

WhatsApp has been working hard on support for multi-device for quite some time now. The idea is to make it possible for you to link your WhatsApp on multiple devices, without having to log out when you switch around. You will also be able to use WhatsApp Web without your phone being connected to the Internet.

WhatsApp plan to enable chat history migration between Android and iOS is definitely good. Personally, I consider multi-device a far more important feature. How about you? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


You can stand a chance to win up to RM388 digital ang pow from buying a Samsung Galaxy phone

If you are planning to get a new Samsung Galaxy phone during the CNY sales, now it's a pretty good chance. From now on until 28 February 2021, Samsung Malaysia is giving away digital ang pows from RM8 up to RM388 weekly with every eligible Galaxy phone purchase!

The digital ang pows will be given in the form of Touch n' Go eWallet and customers may also stand a chance to win RM168, RM68 and RM28. To participate, you will have to sign-up or log in to your Samsung Members and tap on the campaign banner. After filling your details and sharing your more creative way to celebrate CNY with Samsung, you would get a notification via email if you are a selected winner.

From the list, the eligible Galaxy phones for this promotion are none other than the Galaxy S21 series, Galaxy Z Fold 2, Galaxy Z Flip, Galaxy Note 20 series, Galaxy S20 FE (5G and 4G models), and other selected Galaxy A series phones. By the way, customers can also bring home a Wireless Charger Trio, Galaxy SmartTag and a Galaxy Fit 2 from the Galaxy S21 series, (+25% discount PWP accessories promotion).

For more information on the campaign and applicable terms and conditions of the campaign, you can check out the official page right here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


You can still get the Samsung Galaxy S22 Bora Purple edition with gifts worth RM1116 before September ends

In case you missed it, did you know that there's a Samsung Galaxy S22 in Bora Purple? It has been in the Malaysian market since early August 2022 and the phone is still on sale.

Apparently, there is an ongoing promotion too until 30 September 2022 and customers are entitled to the following gifts worth RM1,116 at participating outlets. The gifts include a pair of Galaxy Buds 2 (any colour), a silicone cover with strap, an Inside Scoop strap and a wireless charger duo.

To refresh your memory, the Galaxy S22 features a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset, 8GB of RAM, 128GB or 256GB of storage of your choice. The Dynamic AMOLED 2x display measures 6.1-inches with a 10MP front camera, whereas the back is where the 50MP (main) + 12MP (ultrawide) + 10MP (telephoto) triple rear camera is placed. Lastly, there is a 3700mAh battery inside the hood.

Nightography is also part of the Galaxy S22 where it allows you to take the best clear, vibrant photos possible in a low-light environment. This is due to the advanced AI technology and Samsung's Super Clear Lens to eliminate any camera glare or reflections.

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Bora Purple (256GB only) is still priced at the same RM3499 when it first debuted. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple introduces HomePod as a new music player and intelligent home assistant for $349

It was only a matter of time that Apple will manufacture a device that is similar to the Google Home, and they did. Revealing the Apple HomePod as the last product of the day during the WWDC 17 keynote, the HomePod is described as a music speaker evolved from the iPod, which can also take commands on doing daily tasks via Siri.

Measuring in 172 x 142 mm and weighing 2.5kg, the HomePod features an A8 chipset, real-time acoustic modeling, audio beam-forming, and multichannel echo cancellation meaning that it’s really smart in detecting its surrounding, controlling and delivering the best possible surround sound.

Inside the device, it has a high-excursion woofer with a customized amplifier, loaded with seven horn-tweeters below, with serious sound engineering transparent studio-level dynamic processing.

Connection-wise, it supports WiFi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac with MIMO, it can also support multiroom speaker with AirPlay 2 from your iPhone or iPad.

The HomePod will cost #349 (RM1487), but we aren’t sure if it will come to Malaysia or not. To find out more about it, visit theire website here to check it out and stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


You can talk to Samuel L. Jackson now using Alexa, but he may not reply kindly

Voice assistants are still rarely being used in our country. We think the reason is because we’re still not used to talking to technology pieces yet. For that, the companies have been trying to make voice assistants more fun and exciting to be interacted with by adding more features. Today, we found out that Amazon has gotten Samuel L. Jackson to be the voice cameo for its voice assistant service, Alexa.

Everybody knows Samuel as Nick Fury from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It is exciting to see Amazon has decided to let the man communicate with us by replacing Alexa. The official Amazon site has also released a list of things which you can ask Samuel to do such as answering personal questions, doing maths, and of course, telling a joke.

There’s one interesting feature from this Samuel L. Jackson Alexa voice is that you can toggle on or off the swearing option. If you chose to go dirty with it, there would be curse words coming out from whatever devices you’re using the voice assistant with. In addition to that, you can’t ask Samuel to remind you things as well, as he would only say “I’m not reminding you of s**t.”

This is not the first time for voice assistant service to do this. Earlier, Google also had John Legend and Issa Rae to record their voices for Google Assistant. You could even get John Legend to sing ‘Happy Birthday’ in that smooth and velvety voice.

Just to let you know that the celebrity voice for Alexa is currently available only in the US, so don’t get your hopes up for this. What do you think about this Samuel L. Jackson taking over Alexa situation? Let us know on our Facebook page. For more cool tech news, keep an eye for TechNave.com.


You can trade in your old OPPO phone for the new A9 2020 at the Grand Senheng Roadshow and more

Today, OPPO Malaysia and Senheng have joined forces to host their first-ever OPPO A9 2020 Roadshow. Held at Grand Senheng Pandan Jaya, it will start today (27 September) until 29 September 2019 with an exciting complimentary gift worth RM548.

From the roadshow, we found out that the complimentary gift includes an OPPO bag (RM159), screen protection warranty (RM99), 32GB microSD card (RM112), powerbank (RM89) and a Bluetooth speaker (RM89). It should be noted that the 32GB microSD card is only available for the first 500 OPPO A9 2020 customers (offline only).

Besides that, any purchase made at any Senheng and senQ's offline or online stores nationwide during the launch period will grant the customers some more benefits, such as an exclusive extra 1-year warranty under PlusOne loyalty program and up to 24 months 0% Interest IPP.

On top of that, Senheng also provides a trade-up program for customers to upgrade their old OPPO smartphones for the new one at an attractive trade-in rebate (check out the link here). There's also a redONE Smart68 Plan sign up with an instant discount of RM500.

Phew, that was a lot to cover. To check out the OPPO A9 2020 tech specs, you may visit our news coverage right here. Stay tuned for more local tech deals at TechNave.com.


You can turn your iPhone into a "Galaxy Phone" with Samsung's iTest web app

If you're an Apple iPhone user and have always wondered how is the One UI on the Samsung Galaxy is like, this is your chance now. Samsung just released a new website called iTest which lets iPhone users experience some Samsung Galaxy user interface functions.

If you are curious, you can start by visiting this link right over here. From the website URL, it seems that it's marketed towards New Zealand but accessible from around the world. After scanning the QR code on the website, you'd be asked to Add to Homescreen and it will function like an app itself.

At first glance, it really looks like a whole new galaxy on your iPhone but Samsung stated that they can't replicate every function. Still, you can visit the Galaxy Store, change the themes, even use the Samsung camera and many more. Overall, the experience is quite good and you can give a shoot exploring Samsung's One UI.

It's said that this iTest website was launched after reports of Android users jumping ship to the latest iPhone 12 series. On top of that, we can really see some effort from Samsung encouraging Apple users to try out their Galaxy phones as well. But what do you think? Let us know if you're an iPhone user who tried this. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


You can use U Mobile's GoPayz and GoBiz digital service with insurance, internationally and more!

Today, U Mobile made a big announcement by going full force into the e-wallet lifestyle. The orange telco has launched two new digital financial services in Malaysia called GoPayz and GoBiz, serving as a new cashless platform for U Mobile customers and a corporate digital financial service program for the latter.

So how does this go around? Let's start with GoPayz first, U Mobile highlighted that the new e-wallet system can provide more services than other existing electronic solutions, as it incorporates Visa, Mastercard and UnionPay. This will allow U Mobile customers access to a wide range of merchants locally and globally for retail and lifestyle services, which also means it can be used abroad with the currency exchange rates on the spot. With this, U Mobile is working closely with the Malaysia National Bank to make sure the customers' financial security is safe.

Speaking of security, GoPayz also happens to offer customers a micro-insurance service called GoLife Plus with a minimum premium of RM13 per month, or a maximum coverage of RM76000! In addition, customers can also enjoy GoPointz feature that serves as a rewarding service.

Now moving to the GoBiz feature, it was designed in mind for large to small businesses. It also syncs with Visa, Mastercard and UnionPay on both local and international payment transaction service. As an easy-to-finance solution (EPP) for merchants, the application process can be approved within three working days and customers (merchants) can formulate the payment plans for their own customers, such as a prepaid card stored value, bill payment, and even game credits.

GoPayz and GoBiz actually sound pretty good, especially on international usage. To know more about these latest digital financial solutions, you may visit the official website of GoPayz and GoBiz here, which both will go live tomorrow afternoon from 18 June onwards.

Stay tuned for more U Mobile news at TechNave.com.


You can use disinfectant wipes on your Apple electronic devices

It seems that Apple has recently added a new section on their website which provides Apple users with information on how to properly clean, as well as disinfect their Apple electronic devices. Apple states that they recommend using either 70% isopropyl alcohol or Clorox Disinfecting Wipes to wipe hard surface such as the screen, the glass back, as well as along the sides.

However, do note that you should avoid introducing moisture into any of the openings on the Apple device due to the fact that it may damage the internal components of the electronic you are cleaning. Furthermore, liquid damage is usually not covered by warranty, as well as AppleCare Protection Plus. Below is a guideline you could follow when cleaning your Apple products.

If you want to find out more about how to properly clean your Apple product, head over to Apple’s official website. Would you be cleaning your devices anytime soon? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You can use our RM200 voucher code for the Samsung Galaxy S23 series pre-order now

As per tradition, we are giving away voucher codes for the Samsung Galaxy S23 series. Applicable to the Samsung Malaysia Online Store only, the voucher code TNGS23R offers you a RM200 discount on a first-come-first-served basis, while stocks last.

Two things that we need to mention about the code, though. First, the media referral voucher code is not stackable with other e-vouchers. Secondly, users will still enjoy the pre-order benefits except that there are no additional gifts with the code since it's just a discount. You can enter the code at the "Enter Promo Code" box in your review cart before checkout.

Besides our voucher, Samsung Malaysia also has an e-voucher for its pre-orders. If you decide to purchase the Galaxy S23 series on the Samsung Malaysia website, you can have a RM400 e-voucher, as well as up to 30% off PWP (purchase-with-purchase) on Samsung accessories, Samsung Care+, Galaxy Tablets, watch and Buds series. You may also do a trade-in with your old device.

On the other hand, if you purchase the Galaxy S23 series at the Samsung Experience Stores and Samsung Authorised Partners, you get the same benefits except for the e-voucher. In exchange, you will receive some free accessories that are worth up to RM1458.

As a reminder, below are the official local prices for the Galaxy S23 series:

Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


You can use the Samsung Smart Switch to transfer data wirelessly and more

Getting a new smartphone is exciting, but transferring all your data from your old device can be a complicated process. It could take you the whole night just to do it, and if you happen to get a new Galaxy S10 or Galaxy Note 10, don't fret because there's a Smart Switch app.

Not exactly a new thing, but the Smart Switch app is eligible and supported on both Apple iOS and Android devices. Similarly to other apps that help to transfer data, Smart Switch moves the entire thing from your old device such as document files, photos, videos, songs, contacts, apps, and even device settings seamlessly.

On top of that, the app also allows you to transfer data with a USB cable, wireless, external storage, or even a PC. Just choose your most preferred method you're comfortable with! It's like moving your brain to another body, you get the picture.

The Smart Switch is part of the #iChanged campaign that has been around since the Galaxy S10 series launch, promoting Samsung's latest innovation such as the Super-Steady video recording, DeX, S Pen and more. For more information about Samsung’s #iChanged campaign, please visit the official webpage right here.

Stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


You can watch SEE season 1 for free on Apple TV+ ahead of its latest season premiere

SEE, one of the first Apple Original Shows on Apple TV+  is entering its third and final season soon. Now, for a limited time only, the tech giant is letting everyone watch the first season for free on the streaming service.

As shared by the series’ official Twitter account, the entire first season of SEE is now available to watch for free on Apple TV+, even if you’re not a subscriber. There are a total of 8 episodes in the first season, so if you’re interested in binge watch the series, you better hurry up as it is only available until 29 August 2022.

Starring Jason Momoa, Alfree Woodard, Sylvia Hoeks and more, SEE details a post-apocalyptic future where humanity has lost the ability to see. Its ‘brutal and primitive future’ premise is also complimented with impressive fight scenes and highly-detailed settings and costumes.

So, will you be SEE-ing the show now that its first season is available for free? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


You can watch selected unifi TV channels for free until 1 February 2021

Telekom Malaysia has recently announced the Unifi TV Free viewing campaign during MCO 2021 where you can watch selected channels for free, starting from 18 January until 1 February 2021. If you don’t have the unifi TV plugged in at home, you can still enjoy the via channels via the unifi playTV app, which can be downloaded via the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.

If you want to find out more information in regards to the Unifi TV Free viewing campaign during MCO 2021, head over to Telekom Malaysia’s official website. Also, if you want to know which channels are not included in the campaign, you can check out their official documents on their website.

With all that said, would you be interested in watching any of the channels offered by Unifi? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You can watch the first season of any HBO Originals on HBO Go!

HBO has officially announced that they will allow the first season of every HBO Originals, and HBO Asia Originals to be watched for free on their HBO Go app from today onwards. But that’s not all, you won’t need need to register for an account and pay for a subscription to watch any of the Originals.

If you’re keen on watching any of the shows offered by HBO Go, you can download the app via the Apple app store or the Google Play store. With all that said, would you be interested in watching anything from HBO Go? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


For many Malaysians, working in an office or at home is the norm these days. However, some of you work in startups or small businesses that operate from coworking spaces. In this case, you're most likely using a laptop for work. But what if you need an extra screen?

If you ask us, having two screens is better than one. So having a second monitor to go with your laptop display can be handy. But as you know, most monitors aren't portable. So what can you do? Of course, the answer is to get a portable monitor! Here are 5 portable monitors we'd recommend for work or entertainment.

The first one you might want to check out is the ViewSonic VG1655, which is available on Lazada for RM999 (or on Shopee). It's easily one of the more affordable portable screens you can find. There's also a touch-capable variant called the TD1655 for RM1399 (promo price RM1199).

Although it's a sizeable 16-inch screen, it's pretty lightweight at less than 1kg and measures 6.9mm in thickness. In terms of features, it has a built-in stand, dual speakers, and supports portrait mode.

Want something more gaming oriented? In that case, check out the MSI Optix MAG162V. This model isn't officially available here, but you can find it on Lazada for about RM1600. It's shipped from overseas, so don't expect to get it quickly.

There are a few reasons to get this particular model. First, it has a night vision feature, which tunes the contrast for greater detail in dark scenes. It also has a control dial that lets you change settings like brightness and volume, similar to the OSD controls on regular monitors.

Need a portable for design work? Well, you could take a look at the ASUS ProART PA148CTV. This is a smaller 14-inch portable monitor, which is also lighter at 0.74kg. You can find this on Lazada for around RM1888 (or RM1799 on Shopee).

Unlike the other two, the ProART PA148CTV comes with a 100% sRGB and 100% Rec. 709 colour gamut. It even has a factory-calibrated colour accuracy of Delta E < 2, so you don't have to do it yourself. Moreover, it supports 10-point multi-touch, so you can also directly sketch on it. As you can tell, this model is great for design work.

If you want something exclusively for gaming, the Acer AOpen 16PG7QT is an option you can consider. It's not too expensive at around RM1389 (via Lazada | Shopee) but has a decent screen size of 15.6-inch while remaining light enough at 0.91kg.

The reason to pick this would be its 144Hz refresh rate, which will make your games feel smoother. With Adaptive Sync, games should also look better. On top of that, the AOpen 16PG7QT supports HDR10 and 10-point touch on Windows 10.

What, 144Hz not good enough for you? Then feast your eyes on the ROG Strix XG17AHPE, a 17.3-inch portable gaming monitor. It's slightly heavier at 1.06kg and noticeably thicker at 9.95mm. Add the tripod stand and it becomes heavier at 1.76kg. This model costs a whopping RM2488 on Lazada or RM2688 on Shopee.

This model comes with a bevvy of features to justify its price. Not only does it support a refresh rate of 240Hz, but it also has a response time of just 3ms. Moreover, the Strix XG17AHPE features Adaptive Sync, 24-bit/192kHz lossless audio playback, and a 7800mAh internal battery.

Most portable monitors come with USB-C ports, so you can connect them to your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or a handheld gaming console like the Nintendo Switch. They also have built-in speakers that might be better than the ones on your laptop or mobile device.

Mind you, portable monitors are pretty niche. They're not exactly cheap either, with prices comparable to regular monitors. But if you want to stay mobile and compact, a portable monitor is definitely an option.

Having said that, is a portable monitor something you'd want when you're on the go or travelling? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned to TechNave for more articles like this!


Apple introduces Lockdown Mode, an extreme but optional security protection feature

Many people use PCs and mobile devices for their daily work these days, so the need for good software protection is more significant than ever. To that end, Apple announced two new initiatives that will help users to combat digital threats.

One of the announced initiatives is on the software side and is called Lockdown Mode. According to the company, Lockdown Mode offers extreme but optional security. It's intended for users who could be the target of the "most sophisticated digital threats". Specifically, the feature will block most attachments in Messages, requests for FaceTime calls, wired connections to a computer, and more. Lockdown mode is available on iOS 16 and macOS Ventura.

The second initiative relates to money, including funding for a new category to the company's Security Bounty program. Apple will offer bounties to software developers who can find and report any security bypass to Lockdown Mode. The company is willing to provide bounties of up to USD 2 million (~RM8.85 million), making it the highest bounty payout in the software industry. Apple will also make a USD 10 million (~RM44.27 million) grant to support the NSO Group.

As you can tell, Apple has indeed come up with some extreme security measures. Do you think Lockdown Mode is something you'd need? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


You can win a Samsung QLED Smart TV if you sign up to any CelcomDigi plans worth RM60 and above

To celebrate the upcoming Raya festivities, CelcomDigi is giving its customers a chance to win a brand-new Samsung 75” QLED Smart TV worth RM14,999 each. A total of 12 units are up for grabs and will be given out to lucky customers over 12 weeks.

To participate in the contest, both Celcom and Digi customers will need to sign up for any Celcom or Digi Postpaid plan worth RM60 and above at any Celcom bluecube outlet or Digi Store from 7 April to 30 June 2023. Not only will they stand to win the TV, but will also get a free Samsung, OPPO, HONOR, or Redmi 5G smartphone, all while enjoying the added benefits of 5G Internet.

For those wondering, several plans are eligible for the contest as long as it's above RM60. This includes:

For more information about these offers, you can visit the contest page on both Celcom and Digi's web portal respectively. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


You can win a free prize from taking a photo at the RENO artwork station outside Pavilion KL

If you are around Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, you probably saw a nice artwork setup station by OPPO Malaysia. Designed by architectural designer, Pamela Tan, she used 2000 OPPO Reno phones just to spell out RENO. But that's not all, if you take a picture of this with yourself in it, you stand a chance to win two (2) brand new Car Cam Recorder (DDPai Mini 3 Dash Cam) that worth up to RM630.

To stand a chance to win, all you have to do is drop by at Pavilion, take a photo with the RENO artwork station, upload it on your Instagram account (set public) with the hashtag #GetReadyForRenoMsia along with tag three friends. On top of that, you also need to mention what are the OPPO Reno features and why you are anticipating its debut.

The contest will end on 22 May 2019. For contest terms and conditions, be sure to read the rules here and stay tuned for more OPPO news at TechNave.com.


You cannot read or send messages if you don't accept WhatsApp's privacy policy after 15 May

By now, you might have read some news about WhatsApp's new privacy policy. But what you might not know is they actually publish them online and you can read all about it. It's not really long but if you're too busy, here's the gist of what the new policy says.

According to WhatsApp, users who do not accept the new privacy policy won't have their accounts deleted. Instead, what will happen is that they won't experience the full features of the app. The only features they will be able to use are receiving calls and notifications only, but not reading or sending messages. It's noted that you can still accept the policy after the said date and WhatsApp will delete your inactive account after 120 days.

To refresh your memory, WhatsApp's new policy back in January caused quite a commotion because of how it shares your data with Facebook-owned platforms. WhatsApp's defence is that the new policy is meant for marketing and advertising on Facebook and Instagram. Plus, they also extended the privacy policy agreement until 15 May if you want to keep using it.

In any case, there are pros and cons of having advertisements appearing on your Facebook and Instagram. Say if you're looking for a product, you can freely look up at the options whenever you surf your social account feeds. However, sometimes we are creeped out when an ad appears from a casual conversation about a product. But what do you think? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


You could connect 2 iPads and use it as a Notebook in the future

It seems that there’s a patent spotted on macrumors.com, which could allow the users to connect 2 Apple iPads together to form a device that could be used similar to a notebook. While not much is known in regards to the patent, it appears that you might need to get a connector or dock in order to attach both iPads.

To go into detail, the patent mentions that one of the two iPads will be used as a display, while the second unit will be used as a touchscreen keyboard. But that’s not all, depending on how the tablets are attached, the devices could have a form factor of a book which makes consuming e-book content much easier.

With all that said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Apple has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date and local pricing if the product detailed in the patent were to be sold here.

With all that said, would you be keen on using 2 iPad to form a notebook-like product? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You could double tap to sleep your Samsung Galaxy smartphone One UI 3.0 in the future

It seems that the One UI 3.0 open beta, which is available in selected countries introduces several new features that could improve the user experience of Samsung Galaxy smartphone owners when the update is rolled out to the public. One of the features worth taking note of is the Double Tap to Sleep function, which lets the user double tap on an empty portion of the home screen or lock screen in order to turn off the display.

If you’re keen on turning on the aforementioned feature, make sure your Samsung Galaxy smartphone has the One UI 3.0 installed. Then, head over to the settings, tap on Advanced features, then Motions and gestures, then turn on Double tap to sleep.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on the Double tap to sleep feature found on the One UI 3.0? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You could edit photos directly from Google Photos at ~RM8.64 a month

Based on a statement by Twitter user @MishaalRahman, it seems that the Google One subscription could allow users to edit their photos directly via Google Photos. While there is no official information in regards to when the aforementioned feature will be available in Malaysia, we do know that the feature could allow users to apply filters and presumably more once it is officially available for the public.

With all that said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Google has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. Also, there could be a chance the Google might alter some of the features before officially releasing to the public.

Shortly after we published this article, a reader informed us that Google Photos' Color Pop feature is locked behind a Google One paywall. I reached out to Google for confirmation but haven't heard back yet. https://t.co/99dsMWcKe1 pic.twitter.com/NOWepbpXkH

What are your thoughts on being able to edit photos directly on Google Photos? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You could get RM30 on either Touch 'n Go eWallet, Boost or Grab next year

Based on an announcement made by the Finance Ministry, Malaysians who are eligible could receive RM30 on either Touch ‘N Go eWallet, Grab, or Boost. To into more detail, Malaysian citizens who are 18 years old and above and earn less than RM100000 will be eligible to receive the cash gift gift.

The campaign will start from 15 January until 14 March 2020, and it can be used to purchase any goods or services provided by the e-wallet. Are you eligible to get the RM30 cash gift? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You could get a COVID-19 Rapid Testing Kit for only RM99 via MyEG

It seems that MyEG’s official website has recently started offering the COVID-19 Rapid Test Kit, which can be purchased for only RM99. Not only that, but their website also shows you how to properly use the aforementioned kit.

Based on the video showcased on their official website, it seems that the kit will only require up to 30 minutes let you know whether you are COVID-19 positive or not. Unfortunately, the kits sold my MyEG is sold in packs of 10 at the price of RM990, which is a bummer if you’re only planning to get one for yourself.

With all that said, would you be interested in getting the COVID-19 Rapid Test Kit from MyEG? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You could get an iPhone 11 with 200GB data and international phone protection on Digi's Phone Freedom 365!

It’s that time of the year again! Apple recently launched their new iPhone 11 series, this time equipped with a triple camera setup and the Bionic A13 chipset. Now, the biggest question that comes up is which telco should you get the iPhone 11 series from?

Fortunately for everyone who is keen on getting it, Digi has recently started offering the iPhone 11 series via their Digi Phone Freedom 365 plan along with extras. These include services such as international phone protection, roam like home up to 10 countries as well as up to 200GB of Internet Data for you to use. So, is Digi's Phone Freedom 365 the best way for you to get the Apple iPhone 11? Read on and find out for yourself.

iPhone 11 Pro pricing via Phone Freedom 365

Digi is currently the only telco to offer the iPhone 11 for an all-in price of RM199 via the Digi Postpaid 80 with GBoost upgrade which is bundled along 30GB of internet data. As far as I can see, the cheapest the other telcos are offering starts from RM207 a month.

If you are interested in getting the iPhone 11 Pro, you can get it from Digi from only RM294 a month. Sure, other telcos might offer the device from as low as RM282 a month, but you have to take into consideration that Digi is including as much as 80GB of Internet Data as well compared to the maximum of 50GB internet data they are bundling together.

However, let’s assume that you’re constantly on the go and you need as much Internet Data as possible. If you get the iPhone 11 via the Digi Postpaid 190 for RM290 a month, you can get a whopping 200GB of Internet Data a month which is more than enough for not only yourself but also your friends and family to share.

Usually, when purchasing a device bundled together with a postpaid plan, you are required to pay for the cost of the device and other miscellaneous fees upfront. Then you will see rebates on your monthly bill, depending on the amount that you have paid.

With Digi’s Phone Freedom 365, you don’t have to fork up a large lump sum of money for the upfront payment of the device. Instead, the price of the phone will be divided into 24 equal parts which will then be added into your monthly bill with 0% interest rates throughout. But that’s not all, after 18 months you will also be eligible to exchange your iPhone 11 smartphone to the latest iPhone or phones from other manufacturers such as Huawei or Samsung at no extra cost.

Moving forward, another huge concern with owning the new iPhone 11 series is constantly worrying that you might accidentally shatter the screen or cause water damage to it. Thankfully, the Phone Freedom 365 plan also comes with a Digi Shield protection plan worth RM29 a month, which acts as a form of insurance for smartphones.

If you sign up with Postpaid 190 or Postpaid 160 Plan, you can get the Digi Shield with basic protection for free, which lets you repair your smartphone at no additional cost if you accidentally cause physical or liquid damage to the device. Furthermore, it can also be quite useful especially when you frequently travel overseas due to the fact that it provides coverage of up to 60 days.

Not only that but by topping up from as low as RM49, you can get the Digi Shield Plus which not only gives you the protection offered from the basic variant, but also additional coverage against robbery and snatch theft. There's also an extended device warranty of up to 24 months.

To those who frequently travel, you’re in luck because the Phone Freedom 365 is the only plan to give you the ability roam like you’re home in up to 10 countries for only RM227 a month. In addition to that, you can get unlimited data in up to 108 countries as well starting from as low as RM36 a day.

Other than that, getting the iPhone 11 series with Digi’s Phone Freedom 365 starting from RM199 a month comes with the usual stuff such as free calls to all networks, up to 200GB of Internet Data, up to 100GB for exclusively streaming content from Youtube, and up to 5GB Internet Rollover. Would you be getting the iPhone 11 series from Digi? If so, head over to their official website or Authorised Digi stores across Malaysia and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You could get fined RM500000 for using a non-standard CBR device

MCMC has recently posted a tweet on their Twitter account, stating that individuals who use unregistered and non-standard Cellular Booster and Repeater (CBR) will be fined up to RM500000 or imprisonment of no more than 5 years. This is because the usage of a non-standard CBR device lead to an increase in cellular disruption causing many users within the vicinity to lose reception.

While the MCMC does not completely prohibit users from owning a CBR device, it has to be purchased from an authorized service provider or a proper telco company. If you want to find out more information regarding the usage of a cellular booster and repeater device, head over to MCMC’s official website.

Kenyataan Media:PEMAKLUMAN GARIS PANDUAN BAGI TUJUAN MEMBELI, MENGGUNAKAN DAN MEMILIKI BOOSTER ATAU REPEATER SELULARKlik pautan ini - https://t.co/UFkb0mU4IT#MCMC#SKMM pic.twitter.com/SAFhFTVtIe

With all that said, what are your thoughts on individuals using a CBR device to boost their signal? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple introduces a bunch of new Memoji and Emoji coming to Apple products soon!

In conjunction with World Emoji Day, Apple has unveiled several new Emoji as well as Memoji for you to express yourself. To go into more detail, Memoji features new customisation options which let the user express themselves with over a thousand combination to choose from.

Other than that, there are a bunch of new emoji which will be available in the upcoming update for iPhone, iPad, Mac, as well as the Apple Watch. These emoji include bubble tea, pinched fingers, boomerang, transgender symbol, dodo, beaver, pinata, lungs, and more.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on the new emoji and memoji coming to all Apple products? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You could get the Huawei Smart Life package from only RM8.97 a day!

Huawei has recently announced that you could get the Huawei Smart Life Package which comes with products such as the Huawei Mate 30 Pro, FreeBuds 3, Gentle Monster X Huawei, Matebook 13 and more from only RM8.97 a day. Not only that, but you can also get up to 12 months of 0% instalment if you spend more than RM500.

Head over to Huawei’s official website, if you are keen on getting any of the products mentioned. However, if you are unsure about which Huawei product you are keen on getting, you can visit any of the Huawei Experience Stores located across Malaysia and try them out for yourself.

Other than that, Huawei is also hosting the Huawei 12.12 Year-End Sale Festival where you could get various products such as the Huawei P30 Pro, Huawei TalkBand B5, Freebuds Lite from as low as RM12. Do note that the promo will only be available for 1 hour from 12AM until 1AM on 12 December 2019.

Furthermore, you could also get discounts of up to RM887 simply by adding selected products like the Huawei Watch GT, Band 4, MediaPad T5 and the Huawei Mate 20 into your cart before 12 December 2019. There is also the ‘Wednesday Accessories’ deal where you can get up to 20% off selected Huawei accessories as well as free delivery.

Last but not least, customers who purchased the Huawei P30, P30 Pro, as well as the Huawei M5 Lite, will be eligible for an RM200 discount as well as free gifts like the Huawei Freelace, AM61 Bluetooth earphones and the Foldable keyboard. On another note, you could get a 1-month 50GB storage on Huawei Mobile Cloud at only RM0.10 and up to 3 months of free 50GB storage if you own a Huawei Mate 30 series smartphone.

With all that said, what do you think of the Huawei Smart Life package and the Huawei 12.12 Year-End Sale Festival? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You could get the Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra in Malaysia from RM3798

Based on a statement by a Facebook page, it seems that it might be possible to get the Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra starting from the price of RM3798 for the 8GB RAM + 128GB ROM, while the 12GB RAM + 256GB ROM is priced at RM4298. If you want to find out more information in regards to how you can purchase the aforementioned smartphone, head over the supplier’s Facebook page to find out more.

In terms of the tech specs, the Mi 10 Ultra comes equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset, storage configuration mentioned above, 6.67-inch 120Hz display, as well as a 4500mAh internal battery that supports up to 120W fast charging. Camera-wise, it has a 48MP + 48MP + 12MP + 20MP rear camera while the front has a 20MP front-facing selfie camera.

With all that said, would you be interested in getting the Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra as your next smartphone purchase? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You could soon migrate WhatsApp chat history to another number in the future

Based on a report by wabetainfo, it seems that the developers of WhatsApp could be working on a feature that allows users to import chat history from one phone number to another. With that being said, it could mean that users might not need to import chat history using a third-party service such as Google Drive or iCloud in the future.

But that’s not all, it seems that the report also mentioned WhatsApp will also migrate media such as images, videos, and potentially voice recording as well. Unfortunately, there’s no official information in regards to when the feature will be available globally.

Do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that the developers of WhatsApp have yet to provide an official statement on the leak. What are your thoughts on WhatsApp allowing users to migrate chat history to another number in the near future? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You could soon specify who can comment on your posts on Facebook

A report by gizmodo seems to hints that Facebook will be releasing a feature that allows users to specify who can comment on their public post in the near future. In order to specify who can comment, all you need to do is to tag the account or page in the post.

Unfortunately, there is no official information on when the feature will be available in the Malaysian region as of now so you might want to check back with us on that. All that being said, what are your thoughts on having the ability to specify who can comment in the near future? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You could still get free gifts worth RM1155 when you get the Huawei Mate 30 Pro

Huawei has announced that in conjunction with the Exclusive Ownership Campaign, Huawei will be giving away up to RM1155 in gifts to new customers who purchase the Huawei Mate 30 Pro. These gifts include items such as the Huawei Wireless In-Car SuperCharger, DJI Osma Mobile 3, Huawei back casing, a 1-year extended warranty as well as 6-months screen crack protection.

If you are interested in getting the Huawei Mate 30 Pro, as well as the RM1155 in free gifts, do check out our previous coverage on how to do so via 3ex. You can also get the aforementioned device via Harvey Norman stores in Malaysia, or on SenHeng’s online store before 22 October 2019.

Would you be interested in getting the Huawei Mate 30 Pro along with the free gifts offered? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You could use your iPhone as a controller to play Netflix Games on your TV in the future

In case you didn't know - yes, Netflix Games is a thing for mobile users who are subscribed to Netflix. That said, the company may be working on something to allow you to play Netflix Games on your TV with your iPhone as a controller, according to Bloomberg.

If you see the code in the Twitter post shared by Steve Moser, it reads "A game on your TV needs a controller to play. Do you want to use this phone as a game controller?". This is definitely an intuitive way to let Netflix users play games on the big screen. This isn't the first time that a company tried doing so, as Google did have it with its defunct Stadia platform a couple of years ago.

Netflix wants to make games playable on every device by turning your iPhone into a controller for Netflix running on a TV. Code hidden in their iOS app: "A game on your TV needs a controller to play. Do you want to use this phone as a game controller?" $NFLX cloud gaming soon? https://t.co/ZPl5gyoKkQ pic.twitter.com/ilpSJjcxBG

For those who are unaware, Netflix Games has been around since 2021 and already released 55 mobile games to date. Some are original mobile games based on Netflix shows such as Stranger Things, and others are ports from PC or console games with the likes of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge, Oxenfree, and more.

From the looks of it, it seems that there are no plans for Android users about this but maybe just not yet. After all, Netflix wouldn't want more people to miss out on this potential feature but what do you think? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


You could win a 4D3N trip to Japan if you purchase the vivo S1 Pro

vivo has announced that you could stand a chance to win two round-trip flight tickets to Sapporo, Japan along with four day three nights accommodation if you purchase the vivo S1 Pro. In terms of the contest period, the S-Plore the world with vivo Malaysia contest starts from 7 December until 31 December 2019.

If you are interested in taking part in the contest, all you need to do is visit any vivo official store across Malaysia and purchase a vivo S1 Pro smartphone. Next, head over to their official contest page and upload a picture taken by the aforementioned device along with the S1 Pro watermark to the comment section and include the hashtags #vivoMalaysia #vGoHolidays #s1pro and #sploretheworld.

The winner of the contest will be chosen at random, and it will be announced on vivo Malaysia’s Facebook page. Head over to vivo Malaysia’s Facebook page, if you are interested in taking part in the S-Plore the World with vivo Malaysia.

Would you be interested in taking part in the contest mentioned above? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You could win a Honda City car from just buying a phone or laptop from HONOR Malaysia's year end sale

With November ending soon, you can expect many Christmas and year-end sales. In this news, HONOR Malaysia will be hosting its End of Year Festive Sale with gifts and prizes totalling up to RM10 million. What could they be giving away? Read on below to find out more.

From 1 December until 2 January 2022, every customer will stand a chance to win a Honda City as the grand prize or 500 units of DJI OM 4 SE. That's if you purchase either the HONOR 50, HONOR 50 Lite or the HONOR MagicBook series. The public can also join the fun physically to enjoy the triple rewards by visiting the roadshow at Sunway Carnival Mall Seberang Jaya from the 1st to 6th of December 2021.

On top of that, below is a list of gifts on top of selected smartphones you buy:

HONOR MagicBook 15 (intel i5 16GB + 512GB)

HONOR MagicBook X 15 (intel i5 8GB + 512GB)

HONOR BackpackLogitech mouseOffice 365 Personal

HONOR MagicBook X 15 (Intel i3 8GB + 256GB)

Remember, the newly purchased devices from either the HONOUR 50 series or HONOR MagicBook series, must be activated before the 9th of January 2022. Only one entry is eligible for each unit purchased, fans are required to visit the lucky draw application here to submit their entry, subject to the applicable terms and conditions.

You can also check it out via the HONOR eStore, Lazada, Shopee, Digi, Maxis, Senheng and senQ, or visit HONOR offline stores and the roadshows from the aforementioned campaign period to find out more about these exciting deals. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


You could win a Vivobook Pro 15 OLED from just sharing a photo in the ASUS OLED & Creator Series contest

Back in December 2021, ASUS Malaysia released the new Vivobook Pro 15 OLED and now there's an ASUS OLED & Creator Series giveaway contest. If you feel confident to win something, now here's your chance to bring home a brand new Vivobook Pro 15 OLED.

To join the lucky draw, the first thing that you need to do is visit any ASUS physical store and have a hands-on experience on an ASUS OLED & Creator Series device. Then the second step, you can take a photo/video of your completed art creation on ASUS OLED & Creator Series and post it online. Do remember to set your Facebook and Instagram posts to public settings and ic & tag @ASUSMalaysia #ASUSMY #ASUSOLED #ASUSCreatorSeries.

You will also have to scan a QR Code on the promotional materials in any ASUS store to complete your details via Google Form. After that, submit your Facebook or Instagram posting links and you're done! Only entries uploaded to personal accounts will be accepted.

The contest has already begun and will end on 30 June 2022. The last submission will end before midnight at 11.59 PM and ASUS Malaysia will announce the winner on 7 July 2022. For more contest information, terms and conditions as well as participating ASUS stores, you can visit the official web portal contest here.


You could win a free Cruise Holiday from OPPO Malaysia's Raya Super Gempak Sale and more

As Hari Raya approaches, OPPO Malaysia will be launching a Raya Super Gempak Sale for customers to enjoy up to RM1.8 million worth of rewards, including a Cruise Holiday. The promo period will begin from 7 April until 7 May 2023.

To win a Cruise Holiday, all you have to do is purchase an OPPO smartphone during the promo period. Customers can gain an entry to participate in the lucky draw contest via the My OPPO App. The cruise trip is the grand prize, followed by an IoT Blind Box consisting of an OPPO Pad Air 4 + OPPO Band 2 or Enco Air 3.

To participate in this lucky draw, simply follow these steps to submit your entry:

That’s not all - customers can now purchase the OPPO Find X5 Pro at a discounted price of RM3999 (RRP RM4999). This offer is limited to one unit per customer, and also, customers who purchase selected OPPO smartphones will receive freebies with their purchase.

Last but not least, My OPPO App members will also enjoy special discounts during the sale. And in terms of Purchase-with-Purchase (PWP), customers who purchase any OPPO smartphone during the promotion period will be entitled to purchase one unit of the OPPO Pad Air (4GB + 128GB) at a discounted price of RM 1149 (RRP RM 1,299). Meanwhile, customers who purchase any OPPO products can purchase the Enco Air3 at just RM 159 (RRP RM 249).

For more information about the Raya Super Gempak sale, you can visit the official promo page right over here.


Apple introduces new Apple Watch woven nylon band, CareKit and updated TvOS

Tim Cook, Apple CEO doing the presentation

So just a few hours ago, Apple has already announced the long rumoured Apple iPhone SE and 9.7-inch iPad Pro in the USA. But that's not the only thing they've announced too, there are new Apple Watch accessories and other new features as well.

First up, the Apple Watch will have a new band called the woven nylon. A new material band strap for $49 (around RM198), it's available in black, blue, pink and other new range of colours displayed in their website. Besides that, the Apple Watch price tag has also drop to $299 (around RM1211) from $350.

Next, Apple will be launching a new CareKit app in April and it's a new framework that allows people to get more active role in their personal health (in medical terms). One of the most impressive feature of the app is that people can actually track how well their medication is working with CareKit for Parkinson's, all they need to do is just have a tapping test on the iPhone. What's more, the app also has a post-surgery recover section and Apple has worked with the Texas Medical Center to create an app that will help people to recover properly post surgery.

Finally, before showing the iPhone SE, the TvOS for the Apple TV has improved features that includes accessing to Live Photos on the Apple TV, speaking to Siri with your username and passwords, and even smart enough to “Show me movies with Kevin Hart". That's smart, really smart.

That's all we have from Apple event today, check out the full details of the iPhone SE and 9.7-inch iPad Pro if you're interested and stay tuned for more news at Technave.com!


You could win a free OPPO A96 from playing a secret puzzle contest

As previously reported, the OPPO A96 is launching soon in Malaysia and OPPO Malaysia is hosting a special Secret Puzzle contest. All Malaysians are invited to try out this social contest that will be happening on 18 April 2022 from midnight sharp until 12 PM and stand a chance to win the latest OPPO A96!

To participate in the puzzle, all you need to do is search “OPPO A96 Secret Puzzle” from any search engine (yup, like Google), find all the numbers in the puzzle and add them all. After that, you can leave your answer in the comments section of the Facebook post that we assume will appear on the date itself.

As usual, you will have to put the hashtags #OPPOA96 and #GandakanStoranGandakanKegembiraan for OPPO Malaysia to take note of your answer. The company will pick a winner from among those who answered correctly.

In terms of tech specs, the A96 comes with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. There is also a RAM expansion of up to 5GB and a 5000mAh battery with a 33W SuperVOOC fast charging technology. Besides that, no other details were revealed yet.

OPPO Malaysia also mentioned that consumers can get RM498 up to RM947 worth of rewards if they pre-order the A96 for a limited time. These rewards include 50% discounts for the OPPO Watch Free, OPPO Band or Enco Air2, as well as getting a complimentary gift box, cash rebate, voucher, exclusive rewards for My OPPO Members and more. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


You could win a free Samsung Galaxy S22 phone by guessing how many are there in a box

Today, Digi is letting its customers play a special giveaway contest. Dubbed as “The Grandest Galaxy S22 Giveaway”, Digi customers can participate with no additional subscription or purchase required. The online contest has already begun and will end on 29 March 2022.

So what do you have to do? Well, through the online contest, participants are required to guess the total number of Samsung Galaxy S22 phones which are placed within an epic glass box in a secret Digi location. On the giveaway website, participants can view the video and visual of the box to give them some ideas of how many devices are in there.

If you are confident enough of the number of Galaxy S22 devices hidden inside the box, you can send your answer via SMS to 28282 by 29 March 2022, 11.59 PM. Your answer must include a creative slogan on why you deserve to win, alongside the number of devices. You can just follow the steps above.

A total of 22 winners will be selected to win the prize of a brand-new unit of the Samsung Galaxy S22 5G (256GB) each. Then on 5 April 2022, the final list of winners will be announced. If you're feeling lucky, head on over to the web portal here and try your luck. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


You could withdraw cash from ATMs using your smartphone in the future

It seems that India is currently testing a new ATM withdrawal method that allows the user to withdraw money simply by scanning a QR code displays on the ATM. With that said, the user theoretically does not need to physically touch the ATM other than to grab the dispensed money.

Based on a statement by AGS Transact Technologies, this new method of withdrawal will not only make withdrawals faster, but it is also much more secure due to the fact that it reduces the chances of card skimming. Unfortunately, there is no official information on whether ATMs in Malaysia will come equipped with these functions for now.

What are your thoughts on being able to withdraw cash from ATMs? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You deserve the latest and fastest, here's why you should get a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 powered smartphone

Many of the things we do daily are at our fingertips. Catching up on the news, binging your favourite shows, mobile photography, gaming and more. These can all be accessed with a simple touch on our smartphones. However, not all phones are built the same, right? So, we're here to help you decide what to look out for when buying a new phone. You're going to want to look out for the word "Snapdragon".

If you are very serious about gaming and photography with your phone, then the very first thing you need to keep an eye out for would be the chipset. A great-performing chipset can go a long way, so be wise when you choose. The chipset is the primary factor that determines how fast your phone handles processes in photography and gaming, pushing the limits in terms of graphics rendering and image post-processing.

This is no different for mobile photography as you will need a chipset on your phone that can support not only the highest resolutions and smoothest frame rates, it would certainly help if it also has the latest Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engine to take amazing photos effortlessly. For these reasons, here is why you should get a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-powered smartphone.

Regardless if you're a novice or an expert in photography, AI will always be helpful when it comes to mobile photography. Do you have years of photography experience and know exactly what setting to do for each type of photo you're trying to take? No? This is where it is essential that you get a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 powered phone, as it features an 18-bit Triple Cognitive Image Signal Processor (ISP) that does all of the above for you.

All you need to do is press that shutter button and the chipset will handle the rest. In the background, the camera sensor with the help of the chipset automatically recognizes what is in the shot, and performs the recommended enhancements, respectively using real-time semantic segmentation. Another example is if you are taking a selfie, semantic segmentation scans your hair, clothes and background while fine-tuning the settings for them while you are taking the shot in real time.

Additionally, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2's 18-bit Triple Cognitive ISP lets you capture from up to three cameras simultaneously. This allows you to capture more colour and light data, so your photos will appear brighter and more vibrant. Thanks to the AI-powered Face Detection technology, you will also get 300% faster auto-focus, so you can take better photos, regardless of your camera skill level.

Here's semantic segmentation on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 in action

The built-in 18-bit Triple Cognitive ISP fine-tunes the settings of the original photo on the left so you get more vibrant photos like the one on the right without you having to do anything except take the shot

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 to help take better photos like this

If you are an avid mobile gamer, welcome to your next upper hand with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. Heat management has always been a problem when it comes to mobile gaming because of how intensive a task like graphics rendering is. The higher the performance, the hotter the battery, and the shorter the battery life. This is because the chipset is using up all that energy to provide you with maximum performance. And if you don't have an efficient chipset like the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 on your side, it is likely going to be a noticeably short gaming session.

This is because the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is paired with an Adreno 740 GPU which not only delivers 25% improved performance but also 45% better power efficiency. Thankfully, this is not at the price of graphics as Qualcomm's Game Post Processing Accelerator can add effects like bloom, depth of field, and motion blur while Dynamic Spatial Audio offers surround sound immersion.

To sweeten the deal, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 also comes integrated with Snapdragon Elite Gaming features like real-time hardware-accelerated ray tracing. Ray tracing allows your games to have life-like reflections, shadows, and illuminations. For those who do not know, ray tracing was traditionally a graphic technology that only PC gamers could enjoy, but if you have a phone with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, this is no longer just a pipedream.

This is how graphics look with ray tracing off and when ray tracing is on

Check out gaming performance on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 phone like the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

Of course, photography and gaming are not the only reasons we get smartphones. A faster, better performing and longer-lasting chipset like the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 accelerates all your apps, enhancing the overall responsiveness and user experience. This allows you to do more of what you love, with less amount of time.

According to Qualcomm, its Kryo CPU delivers 35% faster performance and a 40% improvement in power efficiency. That means your apps will perform smoother, you will be able to multitask faster, all while keeping the battery in check. You will also enjoy faster auto-focus or processing when taking photos or recording videos.

If you've ever complained about slow home Wi-Fi or laggy Bluetooth sound, then fret not, a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 phone doubles traditional Wi-Fi 6 speeds with brand new Wi-Fi 7. The latest Bluetooth 5.3 technology also provides ultra-low latency of less than 48ms so your favourite audio never lags. New High Band Simultaneous (HBS) Multi-link tech also enables smoother connections with VR headsets. So if you are into VR, getting a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 phone seems like a no brainer decision.

The new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is pretty impressive in many areas. If you're really into mobile photography or gaming, you can't go wrong with upgrading to a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-powered phone this year.

On that topic, there are already a few smartphones equipped with Qualcomm's latest chipset, and you deserve them. More will launch in Malaysia in the following months. But for now, you can check out the Samsung Galaxy S23 series (one of which is the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra as mentioned above), the Xiaomi 13 series, the iQOO 11 5G, and the OnePlus 11.

The Samsung Galaxy S23 series smartphones are all powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset works together with the 200MP quad rear camera of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra to capture excellent photos and videos

When the name Snapdragon is mentioned, quality, performance, and durability come to mind. Should you get a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 phone this year? You deserve the latest and fastest in gaming, photography and everything in between. So, why not? Learn more about the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 on Qualcomm's website. Also, share your thoughts in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more articles like this.


You don't have to pay to use Google Meet from now on!

As the pandemic is still not coming to an end yet, the world is still widely depending on video-calling tools to communicate with each other. No matter if it’s a business conference, a lecture, or simply just a chit-chat session with friends and families that are far away, a video-calling platform will make everything become easier at this challenging time. By recognizing the current needs of their customers, Google has announced that Google Meet will be free for everyone sooner or later.

Before this, users who are not subscribing to G Suite can only join a Google Meet session through a given meeting code, without the ability to host a meeting or call someone else. Now, it looks like things will be changed soon as all the features on the platform will be unlocked for free for normal users. The free access will be gradually rolling out to anyone with a Google email address and you can start video meetings with anyone. There will be a time limit at first which is 60 minutes for a meeting, but Google will not enforce this anymore after 30 September.

Google Meet is claimed to be one of the secure video-calling tools as Google has built the platform based on several security measures to keep the users safe. One of them is that you can avoid situations like “Zoombombing” as Google Meet offers a strong set of host controls and it doesn’t allow an anonymous user to join the call. With that being said, only users with a Google Account will be able to join meetings with the complex meeting codes, which are said to be resilient to force “guessing”.

Let us know what you think about Google Meet being free for everyone on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more viral tech news.


You don't need to download the whole game to play it with future Android upgrade

Gaming on a smartphone has always been fun and easy. The compact size of a smartphone allows us to launch our favourite games anytime and anywhere. However, the size of some games might not be that ‘compact’ especially those that come with large download files. In the future, Android users might be getting a new feature that lets you play games without downloading the whole app, let’s find out how!

According to rumour, Google is developing a new file system named ‘incremental file system’. The incremental file system gives you a chance to quickly try out a game, or simply lets you skip the long waiting time of downloading a game to play it. To be even clearer, the new system basically lets the users launch a large application, with downloading only some of its content and it will still be able to be kickstarted.

Sadly, the feature won’t be coming soon as it is said to be available with the launch of Android 12. Thinking of playing popular mobile games from Google Play Store like Call of Duty: Mobile or GTA: San Andreas minus the large files, we bet that you’re equally excited as we are!

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


You get the fancy 'concierge-like experience' when you buy the Samsung Galaxy Fold

The Samsung Galaxy Fold comes with a pretty huge price tag which starts at USD$1980 (~RM8051). According to Samsung, with that price tag, you aren’t only getting the device out of it but also a ‘concierge-like experience’ as well.

Clearly with something of that price, Samsung is targeting a particular niche of users instead of your average joe. Kate Beaumont, director of product services and commercial strategy for Samsung UK mentioned that with a premium device you’ll be getting an experience, a concierge-like experience.

They mentioned that you won’t likely see the Samsung Galaxy Fold just anywhere which may indicate that due to limited stocks. You’ll only find the device at certain places. The experience when buying the device will be very personal and intensive aftercare for the device will be available for it after as well.

No clue what kind of experience they would offer when purchasing the device but I’m going to assume it would feel like buying Tesla. What do you think? For more news on Samsung, check out TechNave.com!


You get to create polls, groups with up to 1024 users & more in WhatsApp Communities

Back in August, Malaysians were given a chance to test out WhatsApp Communities but that's over now. This is because the function has officially rolled out globally and it was announced by Meta CEO, Mark Zuckerberg himself.

To recap, WhatsApp Communities was designed to allow how people to connect together in groups. Whether you're in a neighbourhood area, parents at a school, workplace and many more. You can now connect multiple groups together under one umbrella to organize group conversations on WhatsApp.

To get started, tap on the new communities tab at the top of your chats on Android and at the bottom on iOS. From there you can start a new Community from scratch or add existing groups. Once you’re in a community, you can easily switch between available groups to get the information you need, when you need it. Admins can send important updates to everyone in the Community.

Users will be able to create in-chat polls, 32-person video calls, and groups with up to 1024 users. Just like emoji reactions, larger file sharing, and admin deletion, these features can be used in any group but will be particularly helpful for Communities. Privacy and security are also heavily integrated within WhatsApp Communities with end-to-end encryption.

WhatsApp had been working with over 50 organizations in 15 countries to build Communities to meet their needs. There’s a lot more to build and the team will keep adding features over the coming months. For now, here's what WhatsApp Communities offer so check it out and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


You haven't seen Nothing yet? It's now on Shopee!

Do excuse our attempt at being corny, but do you remember the new company called Nothing that debuted in July? That's right, it's finally coming to Malaysia! Shopee Malaysia has confirmed that Nothing is now available here via an official Shopee store.

Earlier today, the e-commerce company opened the new store page for Nothing on Shopee. The store currently has one item available, which is the Nothing Ear (1) that was launched on 28 July 2021. As a reminder, this is a pair of TWS earbuds with a unique design. To elaborate, both the stem for the earbuds and the frame for the charging case use transparent plastic. It's a rather elegant design that looks refreshing, even if it's mostly plastic.

In conjunction with the store opening, Shopee will be running a follower campaign. The company will give away various rewards upon reaching three different milestones for followers at 1000, 2000, and 3000. In the first two stages, store vouchers and Shopee coins will be awarded to a limited number of Nothing store followers. And on reaching the third milestone, a lucky winner gets to take home a new pair of Nothing Ear (1)!

If you want more details about Nothing's TWS earbuds, you can also check the official website. With that said, what do you think about the new company and its product? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


You'll soon be able to edit your messages in WhatsApp

Annoyed with WhatsApp for not allowing you to edit messages? Well, you're not alone. It's not uncommon to send messages with typos or wrong info sometimes, so sometimes we'd have to resend messages. And that's not idea as it clutters the chat room. But that won't be a problem with the edit messages feature.

According to WABetaInfo, WhatsApp's latest beta version for its Android app added the feature that allows users to edit their text messages. Upon editing a message, the app will send an in-app alert confirming the edit. The feature was already made available for iOS beta users in March and is likely in its final test phase, so we can expect WhatsApp to officially release it soon.

Interestingly, the prompt says that messages are edited for everyone "on the latest version of WhatsApp". In other words, people on older versions of WhatsApp won't be able to see edited messages. The app will also show the 'edited' tag in messages to indicate that a message has been edited. We can also assume that there won't be a limit to how many times you can edit a message.

Besides Android and iOS, the edit function was also recently added to the beta version of WhatsApp Web. If you're a participant in any of the WhatsApp beta versions, please try the edit feature and let us know how it works for you! Also, remember to stay tuned to TechNave for more app updates like this.


Apple introduces the new 16-inch Macbook Pro with improved keyboard and graphics from RM10499

Just recently, Apple officially unveiled the 16-inch and 13-inch MacBook Pro from RM12199 and RM10499 respectively. In terms of the tech specs,  it comes equipped with a 9th generation Intel Core i9 processor, up to 16GB of 2666MHz DDR4 RAM and 1TB of SSD storage.

But that’s not all, as the laptop also features a 16-inch Retina display with True Tone, a Touch Bar as Touch ID. Furthermore, the laptop also introduces a new and improved Magic Keyboard, which has a refined scissor mechanism that gives users a much better typing experience.

You won’t need to worry about the battery life of the laptop, as it also comes with a 100Wh battery, which is the largest ever in a MacBook Pro. Last but not least, it also utilizes up to an AMD Radeon Pro 5500M which brings up to 210% improvement in terms of performance depending on the software.

Head over to Apple’s official website, if you are keen to know more about the new MacBook Pro. Would you be interested in getting the MacBook Pro in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You may be seeing OPPO Reno in Malaysia in 4 colour options

OPPO Vice President, Brian Shen, shared on Weibo yesterday that we can expect the OPPO Reno line to come in 4 colour variants. The colours we can expect to see are Fog Green, Pink Mist, Night Black and Nebula Purple which will all come in a matte finish.

A photo of the Fog Green variant of the device emerged yesterday, showing off the triple rear camera setup with the periscope 10x lens. The device is speculated to come with tech specs that include the Snapdragon 855 and 4065mAh battery capacity. It features a 48MP main sensor, 5MP telephoto lens and 10x optical zoom. Another variant of the device is speculated be powered by the Snapdragon 710 and features a 6.4 inch display with dual rear cameras.

The post sharing the colour options for the Reno line

The OPPO Reno line may also be coming Malaysia as a search on the SIRIM database shows a device with the model number CPH1917 showing similar specs to the OPPO Reno device found on Singapore’s IMDA database. The OPPO Reno line is set to be launched on the 10th of April but currently there is no news of any Malaysia release date.

From the two different listings of Reno devices we’ve seen surfacing on the internet, there may just be a possibility that the device may come in variants that may or may not include the 10x lossless zoom. However, do take this info with a grain of salt. So are you excited about the Reno line? For the latest OPPO Reno updates, keep your eyes on TechNave.com!


You may now add Instagram stories to Facebook Dating profile to prove you are a real person

Dating apps like Tinder are helping you to search for ‘the one’ and many of the people are using such online dating services nowadays. Therefore, Facebook, the social media company, has also jumped into the bandwagon earlier by releasing Facebook Dating on Facebook. Now, it has a new feature that allows you to share your Instagram Stories as well.

The feature offers you the option of adding your Instagram Stories to Facebook Dating to let other users know more about yourself. It is also said to prove you’re a ‘real person in real life’. Facebook has been trying to integrate both of its apps which are Facebook and Instagram together. Earlier, users of Facebook Dating already being offered the option of adding their Instagram profiles into the service.

To clarify, the feature doesn’t share all your Instagram Stories posted in one day to the dating service. It allows you to select each story that you would like other users to see for safety and privacy concerns. You may also like the profile if you enjoy watching their stories and wait for their responses to match with each other.

Instagram Stories is considered a widely-used feature on Instagram as it is said that there are 1 billion of stories being shared every day. Integrating the feature with Facebook Dating does make the online dating service more interesting to use. It also does provide Facebook an advantage to compete with other popular online dating services.

Let us know what you think about this new feature from Facebook Dating! For more app updates, stay tuned on TechNave.com.


You may now get your HONOR smartphones fixed for a price as low as RM69!

Yesterday, it was announced that special rates will be given to HUAWEI smartphone users to get their old devices fixed from 12 August to 1 October 2020. Being a sub-brand of HUAWEI, HONOR will also be having a special repair promotion for their users. Now, let's find out who is eligible for it!

Users who own HONOR 7X, HONOR 7A, HONOR 8, HONOR 8 Pro, HONOR 9 Lite, or HONOR 10 can enjoy a special deal by getting those mentioned devices fixed. It works the same as the HUAWEI One Price Repair promotion by offering as low as RM69 to bring your old devices back to life. Users can replace the LCD screen, back cover, or even the mainboard with the promotion.

Besides that, for users who get their LCD screen or mainboard replaced, you can just top up an extra RM9 for the back cover. It is also worth mentioning that the replaced parts will come with a 90-day warranty, starting from the date of collection of the repaired device. To find out more about the promotion, kindly visit this link!

Let us know what you think about the HONOR promotion on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting local tech promotions.


You may now join Google Meet meetings from Zoom Rooms, or the other way around

Zoom and Google Meet will now be really close to each other. Google has announced bi-directional interoperability between the two videoconferencing tools. One of the features is allowing users to join Google Meet meetings from Zoom Rooms and vice versa.

Users can join Zoom meetings directly from the calendar or manually enter a meeting code. However, the administrators must enable the feature for registered devices in their organization. They can also allow cross-platform meetings for trusted devices without knocking. It's worth mentioning that only ChromeOS-based Meet devices will support this Zoom interop at launch. Of course, Google plans to add support for more devices over time. Meanwhile, all Zoom Rooms across all platforms will support Meet interop from the beginning.

It's said that the interop adresses challenges faced in a hybrid work culture when connecting with customers and partners. Not all companies use the same platform for video conferences, and this interop will solve that problem. It is not the first time for Google to do such thing. Previously, the tech giant had also announced similar bi-directional interoperability with Cisco Webex devices in September last year.

Is this what you need? Comment and let us know! Stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest tech report.


You may now play as a Naruto character in Fortnite through the collaboration

You may now fulfil your anime fantasy in the battle royale game Fortnite as its collaboration with Naruto: Shippuden is finally available for players. Not only you can play as one of the most popular Naruto characters, but the update has also brought in a familiar weapon (if you're fans) to be used in the game.

First of all, four characters, including Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, Sakura Haruno, and Kakashi Hatake will be available in the in-game item shop. Other than that, you can also purchase a Naruto glider, two emotes, and two loading screens from there. However, it doesn't stop there. To make the most of the collaboration, Fortnite has also added a throwable paper bomb kunai as a weapon to the game.

Kakashi Hatake will also appear as an NPC (non-player character) on the Fortnite island for you to complete quests passed down from him. There will also be an entire Naruto-themed Creative map that you can explore based on the Hidden Leaf Village from the anime.

Will you be hopping in Fortnite to check out the exciting collaboration? Let us know by leaving a comment and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more gaming updates.


You may soon be able to use credit and debit cards for Public Transport

Anthony Loke, Malaysia’s Minister of Transportation recently announced that all public transportation will apply an open payment system so you may be able to use credit and debit cards to pay for Public Transportation. Previously, you could only use tokens or Touch N’ Go cards to make digital payments for Public Transportation like buses, LRT, MRT and Komuter.

No exact Malaysia release dates were given at the time, but he also mentioned that it may take several months to implement this payment system. He also mentioned that it would not replace the current system, just that it would leave it open to users to use any credit or debit card with paywave. Touch N Go users would still be able to pay with their existing cards.

Sounds like very quick action. Hopefully it becomes a reality as soon as mentioned. What do you guys think? Will you chuck your TnG card after this? Share your thoughts in the comments or our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com.

Kementerian Pengangkutan arah semua agensi termasuk operator pengangkutan awam untuk mengaplikasikan sistem pembayaran terbuka ( guna apa juga jenis kad, sama ada kad kredit atau debit) yg boleh sentuh dan masuk dan tidak terhad kepada Touch 'n Go.


You may soon be able to use your Android phone as a car dashcam

These days it seems unthinkable not to have your phone with you all the time, even more so when you’re driving. However, it looks like Google may soon let you turn your Android phone (Pixels first) into a dashcam for your car via the Personal Safety update.

According to 9to5Google who sideloaded the Personal Safety update, certain phones like the Google Pixel will have features like Emergency Sharing, Safety Check and Car Crash Detection. They then enabled “Dashcam” which basically allows you to record video while driving. While the Dashcam is running, the phone can still be used so if you usually use Google Maps, then you can breathe a sigh of relief.

While this might be a feature that some people could enjoy, we expect that this could cause some overheating issues, especially since many windscreen mounted phones are exposed to the sun. It’s also not very useful for recording when you’re not around since this means you have to leave your phone in the car.

Alternatively, you could put this on a spare phone, making a usecase for your older Android devices but also making your car a bigger target for thieves. What do you think? Would you turn your phone into a dashcam for your car? Share your thoughts in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave.com


You may want to change your email password - 270 million email accounts hacked

Heads up. If you use either Google Mail, Yahoo Mail or Hotmail (or even all of them) as your main mail service, you might want to change the account access password pronto, as a total of 97 million account details from the three services has fallen to the hands of unscrupulous individuals online.

Breaking down the distribution of accounts, Yahoo Mail credentials accounts for 40 million, or 15 percent of the total; Hotmail accounts for 33 million, or 12 percent; and Gmail accounts for 24 million, or 9 percent. The rest of the affected accounts were tied to Mail.ru, which is Russia’s most popular email service. The total number of compromised accounts sits at 270 million different individual accounts.

The report states that the hack started more than 10 days ago, so it is not sure what details have been leeched out, and how extensive the hack is. Experts online are suggesting users to both change their passwords, and activate two-stage authentication for better protection against future attacks on email accounts.

We at TechNave would like to remind our readers to be vigilant online, and to be safe while surfing the net.


You might be able to call more than 4 people on WhatsApp at the same time in the future

Update - We just got a new update the new WhatsApp video call upgrade will be increased to 8 participators. Currently in beta mode, only testers can try it out on both iOS and Android. It will take some time for the official update to roll out globally.

Based on a statement by wabetainfo.com, it seems that WhatsApp could with a feature which allows more than 4 participants in a single video or audio call at the same time. This is particularly useful especially during the COVID-19 outbreak, as many of us are stuck at home in order to reduce the chance of getting infected.

While not much is known in regards to the exact number of maximum participant the upgraded group call allows, we do know that it will be available on both iOS and Android as soon as it is released. While wabetainfo is considered quite a reliable source when it comes to leaked related WhatsApp, do still take some of the information here with a grain of salt, due to the fact that the developers of WhatsApp have yet to provide an official statement on the matter.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on being able to have more than 4 participants in a WhatsApp call? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


You might be able to install Steam on Chromebooks in the future

Based on a statement by Kan Liu, director of product management on Google, there is a high possibility that Chromebook users could install and play games from Steam in the future. This is due to the fact that Chrome OS is largely based on Linux, which is an operating system that’s supported by Steam since early 2013.

With that said, it is highly unlikely that Steam on Chrome OS will support all the games that are currently available on the Steam Store. In addition to that, due to the low specced nature of the Chromebooks, we can expect non-graphic intensive games to perform smoothly on the laptops.

Unfortunately, there is no official information in terms of when Steam will be fully integrated into Chrome OS and when it will be available in Malaysia. With all that said, would you be interested in installing Steam on your Chromebook? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.