Samsung Galaxy Note FE pre-order promotion from 18 October 2017 till 24 October 2017

Now’s your chance to finally get your itching hands on the cool new and highly exclusive Samsung Galaxy Note Fan Edition; otherwise known as Samsung Galaxy Note FE. Pre-orders are going up tomorrow, on the 18 October 2017 with a promo that lasts until the 24 October 2017.

The promotion includes a 1-year extended warranty programme as well as a 1-year screen protection plan because everyone Note user deserves a well-protected screen. Listen up though guys, this is important - for this promotion to be eligible, all customers are required to collect their pre-booked device from selected Samsung Experience Stores and Authorised Dealers and proceed to activate their mySamsung ownership account immediately from 25 to 31 October 2017.

Hurry up though guys, it is reported that the Galaxy Note FE will have limited units so if you plan to get one, better get one early with the promotion for only RM2599! Or else you can get the device straight up on its official launch on the 25 October 2017.

The stunning return of the Galaxy Note 7 in its new moniker of Galaxy Note FE will be available Onyx Black only and will be powered by Samsung’s very own Exynos 8890 chipset, a clean 3200 mAh battery and of course will come with Android 7.0 Nougat.


Samsung Galaxy Note FE unboxing and hands-on video / pictures

After the much talked about of the Samsung Galaxy Note FE, one particular question is whether this version will come to Malaysia or not. At the moment, it's only exclusive for South Korea for now. So with that being said, someone from PhoneArena.com couldn't wait any longer and decided to order it all the way from there and did an unboxing and hands-on video for the fans.

If you can't watch the video because you are working, basically it's your typical unboxing and hands-on video. There's a nice big electronic heart on the box, the box contains a charger, USB Type-C cable, OTG adapter, micro USB adapter, earbuds and some stylus tips.

As mentioned in our previous news, the battery is now smaller for the best. And since this is from South Korea, the chipset that they are using is the Exynos 8890 instead of the Snapdragon 821 version. Speaking of tech-specs, the front AMOLED panel is 5.7-inch and the resolution can be adjusted to 1080p, 720p or up to 2K.

They have fused both coral blue and gold together

If your hands are itchy, you can actually check some South Korean retailers online. Prices may vary but it's really expensive, ranging from $795 (~RM3411) and $925 (~RM3969), it's also noted that most of the retailers have free express shipping.

So what do you think? Is it worth buying since the Galaxy Note 8 is coming anyway? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Note Fan Edition, J7+ and J7 Pro price slashed starting from RM1099

Were you one of the unlucky ones that missed out the year-end sale of 2017? Well guess what, Samsung Malaysia is giving out new price-cut offers on the Galaxy Note Fan Edition, Galaxy J7+ and the Galaxy J7 Pro! Starting now, the following devices are priced at RM2199 (RRP RM2599), RM1299 (RRP RM1599) and RM1099 (RRP RM1199) respectively.

All of the devices are available at every Samsung store and authorized dealers nationwide. For more information, you can visit Samsung Malaysia's website on the Galaxy Note Fan Edition, Galaxy J7+ and Galaxy J7 Pro here. Stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Note Fan Edition coming soon on 25 October 2017 for RM2599

Today, Samsung Malaysia Electronics has surprised us with the Samsung Galaxy Note FE! The revived phablet is now available in Malaysia for the price of RM2599, that's slightly half the price of the Galaxy Note 8. There won't be any limited stocks in Malaysia just like South Korea so no worries about that. Without further ado, below is the official tech-specs and hands-on pictures.

Compare with the ill-fated Note 7, both devices look more or less the same, same goes the to tech-specs except for the decreased battery level for safety measures. It also went through Samsung's new 8-point battery safety check protocol like the Note 8, so be rest assured that it won't explode in your face. The fingerprint scanner is also at the front home button, along with the iris scanner placed at the front camera, as well as a Bixby A.I. by swiping right at the home screen.

The back design, looks beautiful as expected but prone to fingerprint smudges

SIM card tray at located at the top, the Dual Pixel camera remains unchanged

The combination of Coral Blue and gold at the side is breathtaking

The phablet will come in Black Onyx and Coral Blue all across Samsung Experience Stores, authorised dealers and selected channel  partners. Will you be getting one? Stay tuned for more Samsung Malaysia news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Note II / Note 2 Malaysia Review

Feels good in the hand, can be used one-handed, has so many features it is impossible to explore all of them. Use is intuitive. It is esthetically pleasing. Reading text in "normal" mode is a cinch. Cameras work perfectly. Phone sound is great.

Large screen. super fast and responsive. Fills a niche that most manufacturers will not fill. I have a new ipad and a nexus 7 and i dont even bother to use those ever since i got my note 2. Really great phone all the way around.

Built quality could have been improved but not a major flaw as good covers are available.

Few people may not like the big size.The power and volume buttons seem a bit flimsy.The camera could have been better specially indoors. Not an apple product and hence would not get the attention that it deserves.

Oh, boy, the verdict. This is a tough one. The Galaxy Note 2 is an incredible smartphone, there is no denying that. What you will all have to decide is whether or not you can deal with the size on a daily basis. I personally, couldn’t wait to get back to my “smaller” Galaxy S3, but that doesn’t mean that the majority of you won’t love the 5.5″ display and large body of the Note 2. There really are few negatives to this phone. It’s powerful, polished, stable, and Samsung’s best work yet. It’s just one of those hybrid products that there is no way for me to say one way or the other if you are going to love it. You are the one buying your next smartphone, so if you think the Note 2 may be it, I suggest you go get your hands on one. Pocket it. Caress it. Use the S Pen. Snap photos. Navigate around the UI. Hold it up to your head and look in the mirror. Like what you see and feel? Then I think you have made your decision.

Samsung Galaxy Note II / Note 2 Malaysia Specifications and Price:

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Android 13 requires devices to have more than 2GB RAM and 16GB storage

A new report has arrived stating that smartphones with less than 2GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage will not be able to run Google Mobile Services (GMS) with Android 13. It will serve as the updated requirement for the Android OEMs.

Android Enterprise expert Jason Bayto claims that the OEMs can no longer preload GMS on new devices with less than 2GB of RAM. Not only that but Google also wants all the latest and upcoming Android Go devices to have at least 16GB of storage. The requirement even applies to devices that are already on the market.

It's worth mentioning that this is not the first time Google setting such rules. Back in 2020 when Android 11 was released, the company specified that devices with less than 512MB of RAM would no longer be eligible for GMS preloading. It was required for all smartphones with Android 11 or later to use Android Go if they were equipped with 2GB of RAM or less. However, to be in line with the evolution of the software, Google has no choice but to update its requirements, and it's totally understandable.

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


Samsung Galaxy Note II / Note 2 N7100 Malaysia Release Date (19 October, 2012) and Price

Samsung Galaxy Note II / Note 2 N7100 Malaysia Release Date (Expecting 19 October, 2012) and Price!

Good news guys! The most awaited or wanted Samsung Galaxy Note II is lauched and it will go on sale expecting on 19 October 2012. The price is not cheap at all which the officially priced at RM2,299 (expecting). The price is same as the Samsung Galaxy Note when it was launched. Unfortunately, Malaysia only having 16GB storage now. We hope 32GB or larger storage note 2 will be available in Malaysia officially soon as well.

Telcos' package plans (Celcom, DiGi and Maxis) shall be available very soon too.

Please click here for more Samsung Galaxy Note II specifications, photos and upcoming market prices!

And Samsung Galaxy Note 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Note vs Samsung Galaxy S3 Specifications!


Samsung Galaxy Note II Snapdragon 600 refresh officially released in China

It appears that the Samsung Galaxy Note II is also getting a refresh as the Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 powered version has made its way to China. Recently announced by China Mobile (which is the largest carrier in China) as the N7108D, the new version looks exactly the same as the old Samsung Galaxy Note II but has had a refresh in terms of the internal hardware. This includes FDD-LTE, TD-LTE and TD-SCDMA standards. The aforementioned chipset also upgrades the Mali 400 GPU with the much faster Adreno 320 while the 1.9GHz quad-core Krait 300 processor results in a benchmark that beats the older version with ease.

No news on pricing though or whether it will arrive in Malaysia or other markets later on. It appears that China has become the new testing ground for smartphone makers as more and more different versions of smartphones seem to be making their way there first. Again no news if this refresh will replace the old version completely or simply be a step up version instead. Considering Samsung's usual device spamming tactics we assume it would be the latter but at perhaps a higher price point. [Source]


Samsung Galaxy Note III Blazes on AnTuTu Benchmark!

The AnTuTu Benchmarks are quickly becoming one of the places to go to for the latest appearances of as yet unannounced smartphones. This time around it is the Samsung Galaxy Note III which makes an appearance and what an appearance it is. Delivering a blazing AnTuTu score of 27914 this device was called the GT-N7200, which matches with current naming conventions for the Samsung Galaxy Note series. Just to put it in perspective, the Exynos 5 Octa powered Samsung Galaxy S4 regularly gets a score of 27000+ on the AnTuTu benchmark site so you can just imagine how much power you're getting underneath the hood for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note III.

In a related note, if you take a closer look at the benchmark it also reveals that this device may be running on Android 4.3. This could be a hint on how the Samsung Galaxy Note III managed to achieve such high scores as each new version of Android has usually resulted in some form of performance increase, giving us something else to look forward to.


Samsung Galaxy Note III Not Getting Metal Body

While everyone else has practically jumped on the metal body chassis bandwagon after the HTC One's aluminum unibody came out, Samsung have said that they won't be doing the same for their upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note III. Recent rumours indicated that Samsung was worried that everyone didn't like their current plastic design and a number of metal chassis Note III renders and supposedly real images surfaced. Unfortunately this is not to be.Based on insider information within Samsung, the top decision makers have decided to maintain their plastic body designs mainly because it would take longer to produce and may not be able to meet demand. The biggest example for this would be the HTC One, the Android Aluminum unibody smartphone that started the whole craze in the first place is still facing supply issues, resulting in delays. The Samsung Galaxy Note III will at least beat the other competition by utilizing an Exynos Octa processor, 5.99-inch Full HD AMOLED screen, S Pen support, 13MP rear camera and 2MP front camera. The phablet is expected to be announced officially in Q3 of 2013. No news yet if Samsung will give up the idea of metal body chassis completely though, but in all likelihood, the only way we'll see a metal body Samsung smartphone is through third-party outfits.


Samsung Galaxy Note III Rumours: Screen Size and Unbreakable Screen

Rumours surrounding Samsung's upcoming product line are coming fast and hard now, and this time around are rumours regarding Samsung's Galaxy Note III. The first rumour is that the phablet will have a much larger 5.9" display. While we're still skeptical, some main parts suppliers have confirmed this to be very likely. However, some other sharp-eyed people have spotted a Samsung device marked as the GT-19200 that will feature CDMA, GSM and more importantly, a 6.3-inch screen. This claim on the other hand is also based on the recent launch of the Samsung Galaxy S4 gaming pad accessory which showed a device much like the Samsung Galaxy Note III that has similar measurements.Other screen rumours for the Samsung Galaxy Note III include the fact that due to its new OLED tech screen, it will offer full HD 1080p resolution. Since it didn't come out for the Samsung Galaxy S4 and there are no such rumours about an unbreakable screen for the Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini, there have been rumors that the Samsung Galaxy Note III may feature Samsung's often showcased unbreakable screen technology. This rumour seems more like wishful thinking to us though, as people have been expecting such unbreakable screens to surface since the Samsung Galaxy SIII. As usual, we will keep you posted as to any new developments so stay tuned to the Mobile Mega Mall news page and Facebook Page.


Samsung Galaxy Note III Unpacked event on 4 September 2013

After teasing the Samsung Galaxy Note III for months now, Samsung are finally setting a date for it's unveiling. This date is 4 September 2013 for their Samsung Unpacked 2013 Episode 2 in New York city. While Samsung haven't stated for sure that it will feature the Note III there, the wording itself is suspect as Samsung have said to "Note the date" rather than the usual "Save the date" wording. As expected, the event is a few days before the IFA 2013 expo.

While there have been a whole bucket-load of rumours surprisingly, no really concrete evidence has managed to leak. So far we have estimates that there will be 3 separate versions of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note III, each with a different screen along with a different processor. This could include combinations of flexible screens with Snapdragon 800 processors or new Samsung Exynos 5420 processors along with 3GB worth of RAM. Other surprises in store for us could include a Samsung smartwatch which is what Sony did when they launched their Sony Xperia Z Ultra.


Samsung Galaxy Note III rumours: 3450 mAh battery, OIS camera and Android 4.3

After recently clearing DLNA certification, make no mistake that the Samsung Galaxy Note III is coming and coming soon. However, this hasn't stopped speculation as to tech specs about the upcoming phablet under the model name of SM-N900S which include:

Samsung have already teased the Samsung Unpacked event where the Note III may be unveiled. Still no news on availability for Malaysia or pricing but that should be revealed soon.


Samsung Galaxy Note Pro and Tab Pro tablets revealed at CES 2014

Samsung is serious about tablets and in a show of force have recently revealed the Pro versions of their Galaxy Tab and Galaxy Note tablets. Screen sizes on these Pro versions start from 8.4-inches to 12.2-inches and are designed for the higher end user. To that end, these Pro tablets are packing higher-end tech specs along with artificial leather backsides much like the Samsung Galaxy Note 3. These Samsung Galaxy Note Pro and Galaxy Tab Pro tablets include:

These tablets should have a Malaysia release date within Q1 of 2014 but there isn't any specific date yet. No news on pricing either but stay tuned and we'll keep you updated. [Source]


Samsung Galaxy Note Review: Phone Tablet Combo

Samsung announced the new Samsung Galaxy Note, their new flagship android smartphone. The device is quite a make and I really fall for it on the first look itself. Honestly, when Galaxy S2 released in the market i told myself that one day I am gonna buy that device. But, yesterday i got the Google Alerts about Samsung and when I checked the mail it was about the new release of the Samsung Galaxy Note. It was Galaxy S2 on my mind till that moment but, after seeing the Samsung Galaxy Note I decided this is going to be my dream phone. Samsung Galaxy Note can be considered as Galaxy S3 specs wise. Hope Samsung wont release anything bigger than Note this year ‘cos the Galaxy S2 owners already started regretting their purchase after seeing the Samsung Galaxy Note.

Samsung Galaxy Note is a great device which blows the line of separation between Tablets and Smartphones. It has the all the features that both tablet and a smartphone have. The main attraction of the device is the extremely large 5.3” inch HD Super AMOLED 800 x 1280 pixels display which makes the device so special between other Smartphones. Of course we have the Dell Streak but, seems it is not released on the right time of technology. These days people are really getting more closer with the tablets and they are ready to accept a Smartphone come Tablet device like Samsung Galaxy Note.

Samsung Galaxy Note is an Android OS device and is running on Android OS, v2.3 (Gingerbread). I strongly doubt update to the Android Ice Cream Sandwich v4.0 will be available for the Samsung Galaxy Note once it is out.

This is one of the powerful phone that is announced in 2011. The Samsung Galaxy Note is a successor of Galaxy S2 in all sense. The Galaxy Note has a Dual-core 1.4GHz ARM Cortex-A9 processor, Mali-400MP GPU, Exynos chipset. 1GB RAM and 2GB microSD card included (further expandable upto 32GB). There are two models available according the size of internal memory, 16GB/32GB version from which you can choose according to your need.

Samsung Galaxy Note is the first Smartphone which is loaded with the most powerful and capacity battery. The powerhouse is powered by a Li-Ion 2500 mAh, which is first time in a Smartphone. I am quite sure that once Samsung Galaxy Note is released it will be the Smartphone with highest talktime and standby time.

There is no change in Samsung Galaxy Note compared to the Galaxy S2 when it comes to the camera part. Samsung Galaxy Note has the same 8MP autofocus camera with LED flash like in the Galaxy S2. The camera has all the features that a Digital Camera needs and can shoot videos of 1080p quality @30fps.

On the front, there is a 2MP camera which can be used for video calling over 3G and other network. I think the front camera on Samsung Galaxy Note support Skype HD video calling too.

Another great feature of Samsung Galaxy Note is the integrated stylus. Ah don’t think this is a resistive touch screen on this device of course it is the capacitive touch screen. The stylus lets you to take the notes, create drawings using the pre-installed ‘S Memo’ application. The stylus works like your finger and the point edge lets you select the option you actually needed rather than messing up with your finger. Capacitive screen friendly stylus are already available in the market but, it is always an extra accessory that is hard to carry around. The build in Stylus slot on Samsung Galaxy Note let’s you forget the additional accessory. The stylus is located on the bottom portion of the device.

Talking about other features; the phone support 3G HSDPA and also will be releasing this device in at least two configurations, those being LTE and HSPA+ connectivity options. It has EDGE, GPRS, Bluetooth v3.0 for faster file transfer across devices. The device offers both NFC connectivity and NFC support. There is also an active noise cancellation system which offers better call quality even when you are in a crowd. The phone has a barometer sensor, supports TV out, have latest flash software. Samsung Galaxy Note is capable of playing any type of video and audio files.

Whatever the price tag of the device may be the Samsung Galaxy Note is an exquisite device loaded with the great features. The powerful processor and the large HD Super AMOLED display really going to make the device sell like hot dog. All I want to tell you is go get it when it is released ‘cos it really worth it. At least you can save few bucks buying a new tablet. Samsung Galaxy Note – The 2 in 1 device.


Samsung Galaxy Note series is said to make a comeback in 2022

Earlier, it was reported that Samsung will not present any new Galaxy Note devices this year. As the company has brought the S Pen support to Galaxy S21 Ultra and the upcoming Galaxy Fold 3 is expected to ship with one, fans are worried that they might never see new Note devices again. Surprisingly, the latest rumour has arrived by saying that the Galaxy Note series will make a comeback next year.

According to the source, Samsung is already planning the release of new Galaxy Note devices in 2022. However, as this is still the first time we hear about it, it's better to wait for a while for more information before we get all excited.

It makes sense for Samsung to make the move. Although the Galaxy S21 Ultra and Z Fold 3 will support S Pen, they lack the slot to store it and special accessories will be needed if you want the S Pen attached to the device.

Let us know if you want the Galaxy Note series back or not on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


1000 units of Huawei Nexus 6P already sold, 2nd batch + free casing and earphones

The Huawei Nexus 6P has barely been in the market for more than a couple of days and already, 1000 units of the device has been sold. Initially, the first 600 to purchase the device (going for RM2698 in Aluminium and Graphite) from either VMALL.my or Lazada were slated to also get Free Google ChromeCast worth RM199 but with 1000 and more already sold, Huawei Malaysia are now offering a free Nexus 6P casing and a pair of earphones with the next batch of Nexus 6P smartphones. Lazada will be offering another 100 Google ChromeCast. This offer is valid for those who have purchased the Nexus 6P from 11 December 2015 onwards.

“We expected the Nexus 6P to get a good response but we are truly humbled by the excitement of our Malaysian consumers and we thank them for it. Their trust and enthusiasm for Nexus 6P strengthens our belief that we have made the best Nexus phone to date. Thanks to the great response from our fans, we will add additional free Nexus 6P casing and earphone for those who purchase the Nexus 6P from the 11th December 2015 onwards. We want to reward our fans for their loyalty and enthusiasm for the Nexus 6P by Huawei,” Danny Chin, Marketing Director of Consumer Business Group, Huawei Technologies Malaysia.


4 movies that you should check out in March 2020

2020 has been a slow start for movies. January, as usual, was a pretty uninspiring beginning. Even those that were not bad are just average at best, so far, the one that I really enjoyed was The Gentlemen which wasn't a reboot, a sequel, or a remake. That said, March is shaking things up a bit and there are some movies we are looking forward to. Here are 4 movies to check out in March 2020.

An animated fantasy film by Disney and Pixar, it's a story of two elf brothers living in a modern world where magic barely exists anymore. But that changes when they receive a staff from their late father, prompting them to go on an adventure to seek some magic left and spend one last day with him.

If anyone remembered the trailer, it was an intriguing idea to see mythological creatures living in a modern world. What's more, both Chris Pratt and Tom Holland are voicing the main characters as Ian and Barley Lightfoot. Will their chemistry work in this original IP? Stay tuned as it will be available from 5 March 2020.

Featuring Vin Diesel, he plays as Ray Garrison and becomes "Bloodshot" - a perfect superhuman with incredible healing capabilities thanks to nanotechnology. Also, lots of killing and blood on the floor for trying to get out of the facility that he was training in.

Most people don't know this but Bloodshot is based on a comic by Valiant Comics that first appeared in 1992. There are a total of 6 volumes and a 7th one that is currently in development. Will Bloodshot be another mindless action-packed movie? Maybe, but it looks to be a fun one. It will make its debut in Malaysia on 12 March 2020.

The story picks up after where the first movie ended, with Emily Blunt reprising her role with Millicent Simmonds and Noah Jupe as the two children. In this sequel, not only do they have to face the monsters but humans as well in an apocalyptic world.

The film will be helmed by John Krasinski who starred and directed the first movie. A surprise hit, we never thought that we will get to see a sequel but here it is. We can't wait to check out how Krasinski crafted this one as a young director who has come a long way from the popular TV show, The Office. This movie will hit theatres on 19 March 2020.

Finally, another classic Disney tale remake that is coming to the big screen is Mulan. The core of the story remains the same as the original, Mulan disguises herself as a man to save her father to join the army and fight off against invaders that threaten China. But minus the musical, Mushu, Li Shang and... oh boy.

Whether if it will be a hit or a miss, I personally look forward to the remake because it will be more historically "accurate" with a more realistic take on the story instead of a fantasy one. After all, we already have one which is the 1998 version so we don't need two of them (and we already saw how bad it turned out for the Lion King remake). Nonetheless, fans will still either hate it or love it whichever path it will go. Mulan will appear in Malaysia cinemas on 26 March 2020.

Which one of these movies are you looking forward to the most? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more entertainment news at TechNave.com.


Android 13 will allow users to customize vibrations according to different scenarios

More features of the upcoming major Android OS update have been revealed before the launch. In the second Android 13 beta for developers, features such as an application power consumption monitoring system and a slightly revised drop-down menu are spotted. However, there's another interesting one, which allows users to customize vibrations for several different scenarios.

Mishaal Rahman, former editor-in-chief of XDA Developers and Android specialist, discovered a page for fine-tuning the smartphone's vibration after installing the update. According to Rahman's tweet, "Granular vibration sliders have been added to control alarm and media vibrations." Therefore, users can adjust the vibration's intensity from phone calls, the reception of an SMS, an alert or a simple notification to an alarm clock or reminder.

Besides that, it's also said that users can set the vibration to make it happen before the ringtone in the event of a call, which will help avoid embarrassment during a serious occasion. Additionally, the Android 13 could allow users to adjust the power of the screen's haptic feedback with great precision as well.

Do you find these features helpful? Leave a comment to let us know your opinion, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest tech report.


Samsung Galaxy Note10 Lite, S10 Lite, A71 and A51 Malaysia pre-order, price start from RM1299 with up to RM369 goodies

Just before the Lunar New Year, it was reported that Malaysia will be receiving the latest Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite, Galaxy S10 Lite, Galaxy A71 and Galaxy A51 quite soon. Well, the day has come and both phones are now official with a starting price of RM1299 across authorized Samsung stores and retail partners. Here's everything you need to know about the pre-order.

For your information, the pre-order will begin from 3 February until 5 February 2020 while stocks last. Customers who pre-order either the Note10 Lite or Galaxy S10 Lite will receive a Galaxy Fit (worth RM369) as a freebie, whereas those who pre-order either the Galaxy A71 or Galaxy A51 will be granted a Protection Plus warranty solutions worth RM119 and RM185 respectively, including an extended 1-Year warranty service and a 1-Time screen protection!

If you want to wait it out, you can wait until the official release date which is on 7 February 2020. To check out the full tech specs, you may read the list below for each phone:

If you want a piece of this, you can visit either one of the links below to check them out. Stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Note10 and Samsung Galaxy S11 may be revealed with 100W fast charging

Samsung’s latest fast charging technology is one of the fastest in the market with their two brand new USB Type-C Power Delivery (PD) controllers. The controllers, named SE8A and MM101 PD controllers, supports up to 100W of power.

The SE8A controller is the first PD controller that uses both a power controller and security element on a single chip which offers additional security measures like encryption keys, and the encryption and decoding of confidential data within a device. It supports USB-C authentication which stops non-compatible products from utilizing the 100W fast charging.

Next, the MM101 controller utilizes a a symmetric encryption algorithm to authenticate products. It also has some nifty security features like moisture detection capabilities to ensure that load conditions are optimal when the device is used.

Besides that, both chips come with overvoltage protection and comply with the latest USB specifications for fast charging which is the USB-PD 3.0. It gives the optimal amount of power for efficient charging. In addition, a built in Flash or e-Flash is also available to allow manufacturers to update the software to meet the latest specifications of the product without having to change or upgrade the hardware.

Devices compatible with the controllers include smartphones, tablets, laptops, monitors and computers. Currently, mass production of the device has begun. As of right now, Qualcomm’s Quick Charge and Xiaomi’s Super Charge Turbo 100W are some of the fastest charging on the market. Are you excited for Samsung’s fast charge? Keep up with the latest tech news on TechNave.com!


Samsung Galaxy Note10 may feature UFS 3.0 and 5x optical zoom

We’re not even close to Samsung Galaxy Note10’s launch yet more leaks have been surfacing about the device. This time, leaks hint at UFS 3.0, 50W fast charging and a 5x optical zoom thanks to Samsung’s brand new ultra-slim camera module.

Forbes reports that UFS 3.0 is very likely to be seen on the Note10 alongside a next generation RAM module. The 64MP ISOCELL sensor that has just been developed may not likely be seen on the device as the company has been rumoured to equip the sensor first on the Samsung Galaxy A70S in the second half of this year to test the waters before committing it to a flagship.

Other than that, it is rumoured that the device may be shipped with a triple rear camera setup set vertically. According to Ice Universe on Twitter, the camera on the Note10 may be positioned differently than last year’s Note 9. There has been word that Samsung may be releasing an under display selfie camera on one of their devices soon but it may not be able to make it into markets this year. An Infinity-O display is more likely in this case.

The vertical camera may also likely include a 5x optical zoom, thanks to Samsung’s newly developed ultra slim 5x optical zoom camera module. What’s even more interesting is the fact that this module is set to be mass produced this month which means that it is likely that we’ll see this on the Note10. The module is just under 5mm in thickness, thinner than most 2x optical zoom modules out on the market currently. The technology looks similar to OPPO and Huawei’s with the periscope lens.

From all the new technology and rumours, it sounds like the Samsung Galaxy Note10 may be a beast of a phone but could it beat the Samsung Galaxy S10 series? For the latest updates on the Samsung Galaxy Note10, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Note10 officially launches & here are the partners that are selling it

If you're been contemplating about getting a new Samsung Galaxy Note10 and Galaxy Note10+, you're too late on getting on the pre-order hype train because Samsung Malaysia has just announced that the pre-order has been sold out! But not to worry, the official sale for the Note10 series has started and if you want to hunt for one, we have the official list of partners who will be selling it.

So first, you should already know that our local telcos are having the postpaid promo plans on the Galaxy Note 10 series which are Celcom, Digi, U Mobile and YES 4G (Maxis' side has sold out, apparently). We already wrote the whole telco plan comparison so if you're curious, you can head over here to see which plan is the best one for you. Next up, other authorized online and offline retailers such as Shopee, Lazada, Senheng and many others can be found in the picture below.

To recap, the Note10 256GB cost RM3699, Note10+ 256GB for RM4199 and lastly, the Note10+ 512GB is RM4799. While there's still time left for the pre-order until 18 August 2019, the pre-order gifts of the Note 10 include a pair of Galaxy Buds (RM499), 1 Year Extended Protection + 1 Time Screen Protection (RM280) and a Wireless Battery Pack (RM279), whereas the Note10+ has the same one except switching the Galaxy Buds for a Free Memory Upgrade (RM600) from 256GB to 512GB.You can read the full tech specs and features from our official coverage from New York here. Stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Note10 series #UNPACKED - new Exynos 9825 chipset, S Pen Air Action, up to 12GB RAM, quad-rear cams and more

Today, the anticipated Samsung Galaxy Note10 has been revealed and surprise, surprise - there are actually two variants as previously rumoured which are the Note10 and Note10+ with an upgraded S Pen that allows Air Action, as well as new features such as AR Doodle, PlayGalaxy Link and a 3D Scanner! That's just the tip of the iceberg though, so read on below to see what else Samsung has come up with.

Both the Note10 and Note10+ will be available in Aura Glow, Aura White and Aura Black. As speculated, the Ultrasonic Fingerprint Sensor returns, same goes for the Wireless PowerShare and dual stereo speakers. The Infinity O-cutout is there in the top middle but the display itself is just another level using a Dynamic AMOLED screen with HDR10+ certification, so the video playback is going to be a treat.

The difference between the Note10+ (left) and Note10 (right)

The Dynamic AMOLED display with the Infinity O-cutout and an edge-to-edge bezel-less design

I wonder what kind of wallpapers creators will come up with to hide the O-cutout

The Note10 and Note10+ essentially share the same cameras, except the former won't have the DepthVision Camera

By the way, the DepthVision Camera is used to scan an object and convert it into a movable 3D render object

Another exciting feature is the S Pen and as we guessed, the stylus now has six-axis sensors that allow Air Action movement to perform certain tasks just like the Galaxy Tab S6's S Pen. As far as we know, you can change the mode of a photo by doing a gesture and zoom in by drawing a circle. Moreover, you can even digitalize your own font writing in real-time and export it into a different format such as Microsoft Word, as well as shrinking, enlarging or changing the colour of the text. The S Pen is capable of withstanding up to 10 hours of standby time using Lithium-titanate battery and it's open up for developers to create customized controls. The possibilities are endless!

Of course, the Note series won't be complete without mentioning the productivity. The Samsung DeX makes a return and according to the company, users will be able to drag and drop media content to the Note10 or Note10+ as a secondary screen after linking up to not just a monitor, but as well as a laptop AND A MAC via USB C to HDMI cable. They also announced a strategic partnership with Microsoft by introducing Link to Windows, which allows the user to connect to their Windows 10 PC without having to use the cable. Expect a much better working experience with the Note10 series!

The Note10 series are capable of recording high definition video quality with the Live Focus feature and super steady stabilizer, but on top of that, video creators can create their content on the go with the default Video Editor tool or Adobe Rush app optimized for the Note10series. There is also a new AR doodle which allows you to "doodle" whatever drawing, effects and animations you want with the S Pen on a recorded video or photo. Oh, did I mention that you can Zoom-In Sounds too while recording? Sounds crazy (pun intended), but yeah.

Hello?! Samsung DeX on your LAPTOP AND MAC WEIH

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In other features, the Note10 series has a super-fast charging technology - a 25W for the Note10 and 45W for the plus variant. Samsung also claims that 30 minutes of charging time is enough for the two phablets to last the whole day.

If you want gaming features, the vapour chamber is back too but slimmer this time and assisted by an AI-based game booster, a Screen Recorder and a new PlayGalaxy Link P2P streaming service. This is a new feature for mobile gamers to puck up where their left off on any PC game and enable them to continue plaing on the move without any need for local storage!

Discord will be integrated within the game system

Still the same old bottom with the USB C, speaker grill and the slot for the S Pen

The power/Bixby and volume buttons, it should be noted that there's no 3.5mm headphone jack port anymore

Samsung fans and consumers will be able to pre-order the vanilla Note10 right now. As for the Note10+ variant, it will only be arriving on 23 August 2019. So what do you think of the new Note10 series? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Note10 series pre-order for Malaysia announced, starting from RM3699!

A few hours ago, a cat got out of the bag revealing the Malaysia price for the Samsung Galaxy Note10 and Galaxy Note10+. Well, Samsung Electronics Malaysia is making it official now, starting from RM3699, the pre-order starts today (8 August) at 5PM until 18 August 2019 with gifts that are worth considering!

According local launch, the Note10 256GB model (Aura Pink, Aura Black and Aura Glow) is RM3699, followed by the Note10+ 256GB (Aura White, Aura Black and Aura Glow) for RM4199 and lastly, the Note10+ 512GB is priced at RM4799. There are only two set of gifts, which the most affordable phablet will be bundled with a Galaxy Buds, Protection Plus and a Wireless Battery Pack. On the other hand, those who pre-order the Note10+ 512GB will have a free memory upgrade from 256GB to 512GB, Protection Plus and a Wireless Battery Pack. All these gifts are worth at least RM1000.

Those who pre-order the Note10 series will collect their devices on 22 August 2019. So what do you think of the price tag? Is it worth it? Let us know in the comments below and to know more abou the tech specs and features of the Note10 series, you can check out our official news coverage right here as well as the pre-order page here.

Stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Note10 series roadshow happening this weekend with gifts up to RM1248

Now that the Samsung Galaxy Note10 and Galaxy Note10+ are officially on sale in Malaysia, the next thing for Samsung Malaysia is to have a roadshow as a follow-up! Happening in various locations in Malaysia, the campaign will start on 23 August until 25 August 2019 with exclusive gifts up to RM1248.

According to the official webpage, those who purchase the Galaxy Note10 256GB mode will have a free Galaxy Fit and a Protection Plus (1 Year Extended Protection and 1 Time Screen Protection). As for the Galaxy Note10+ 256GB and Note10+ 512GB variant, consumers will get the same gift with an extra 10,000mAh Battery Pack and a Galaxy Watch Active (replacing the Galaxy Fit) respectively. However, keep in mind that these exclusive gifts are limited so it will be a first come first serve basis. For example, only the first 881 customers who purchase either the Note10 or Note10+ phablet are eligible for the freebies. Make sure you read the terms and conditions on the webpage!

On top of that, there will also be a RM1000 cash rebate should the consumer purchase two units of the Note10 or Note10+ in a single receipt. The trade-up program is also available and the roadshow location across Malaysia chosen are Mid Valley, Kuala Lumpur; Mid Valley Southkey, Johor Bahru; Queensbay Mall, Penang; East Coast Mall, Pahang; and Imago KK, Sabah.

To recap, the Note10 series price tag starts from RM3699, followed by RM4199 and RM4799 for the higher-tech spec phablets respectively. You can read the full tech specs and features from our official coverage from New York here. Happy shopping and stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Note20 5G series release: Better S Pen Navigation & Xbox Game Pass, starting from RM4299

Today, the Samsung Unpacked finally unveiled the much-teased upcoming Galaxy products. Besides the Galaxy Note20 5G series. we also got to see the Galaxy Fold 2, Galaxy Tab S7, Galaxy Watch3, and the Galaxy Buds Live. In this news coverage, we will be focusing on the Galaxy Note20 5G series so here's everything you need to know.

Just as the rumours predicted, there's the vanilla Galaxy Note20 5G (there's also a 4G variant!) and Galaxy Note20 5G Ultra 5G with some slight differences between them. As usual, the US market will get the Snapdragon 865+ variant while the rest of the world (including us) is getting the Exynos 990 variant. Then for the memory capacity, the Note20 has just 8GB + 256GB while the Note20 Ultra has 12GB + 512GB (Malaysia's version is just 12GB + 256GB). Battery difference is quite minimal, as it's 4500mAh vs 4300mAh supporting 45W fast charging technology.

That's a pretty big difference in memory capacity, but that's just the tip of an iceberg. The Dynamic AMOLED 2X display returns to the Note20 Ultra at 6.9-inches with QHD resolution and up to 120Hz refresh rate. But for the Note20, it's using a flat 6.7-inch Super AMOLED+ display with FHD+ resolution and up to 60Hz refresh rate. It's also worth mentioning that only the latter uses a plastic back and metal frame body build, unlike the Ultra variant.

The Note20 series has the same Mystic Bronze and Mystic Black options, but the Note20 Ultra 5G has the Mystic White and the Note20 Mystic Green is not available for 4G but purely 5G only

Moving on to the camera, the Note20 Ultra retains the 108MP rear camera with an f/1.8 aperture, followed by a 12MP (telephoto lens, up to 50x Space Zoom and 5x optical zoom, OIS) and 12MP (ultrawide lens). The Note20 also has a triple rear camera which consists of a 12MP (main) + 12MP (ultrawide) + 64MP (telephoto lens) and goes up to 30x Space Zoom and 3x optical zoom, alongside OIS. The front camera for both phones are 10MP with Dual Pixel AF.

Back at the Galaxy Note 9 era, that was the first time that the S Pen was given a Bluetooth connectivity feature to perform certain tasks such as taking a photo and doing a slideshow. In this generation, you can now use the S Pen like a wand for certain functions. In fact, there are several wave formations like doing a zig-zag motion that takes a screenshot, an up-and-down stroke to go to the home page and other various motions which you can customize.

Ah, but that's not all. The S Pen's pressure sensitivity is now 9ms and in addition to that, there's also a new Audio Bookmark feature that allows users to record sounds while taking down notes. You may think it sounds impractical but this is particularly useful for doing live interviews or meetings. The Samsung Notes app is also improved, allowing users to capture, edit and share your ideas across your phone, tablet or Windows 10 PC (Microsoft OneNote and Outlook) via auto-save and syncing.

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As for the Xbox Game Pass, this will allow Note20 Ultra users to stream AND play their games on the flagship! That's right, over 100 Xbox games are playable as long as you subscribe for the pass on a monthly payment and have a Bluetooth controller (preferably an Xbox controller) connected. However, you should also know that Xbox itself is not popular in Malaysia and from what we understand from Samsung Malaysia, this feature won't be available in the market (/sad Malaysian noises).

In addition, the Note20 series still support 8K video recording and comes with an improved mic receiver. What this means is that when you record a video, you can now choose to focus on the front, back, and the ambient sound. Moreover, there's also IP68 water and dust resistant, Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, wireless PowerShare, NFC, DeX (now connectable to a smartTV) and HDR10+ certified.

Meanwhile for the Malaysian market, an anonymous bird sent us unofficial price tags of the smartphones based on Maxis Zerolution. According to Maxis Zerolution plan, the Galaxy Note20 5G Ultra 5G and Note20 would "cost" RM5199 and RM4299 respectively, whereas the Note20 4G variant could be RM3899. At the moment, there's no availability announced for Malaysia yet but you can check out the pre-order details about it here.

So what do you think of the new Galaxy Note20 5G series? Let us know in the comments below and if you want to know more about the other Galaxy products, you can visit the links below. Stay tuned for more trending gadget news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Note20 Series Unpacked! | The best Business Smartphone?

The Samsung Unpacked finally unveiled the much-teased upcoming Galaxy products. Besides the Galaxy Note20 5G series. We also got to see the Galaxy Fold 2, Galaxy Tab S7, Galaxy Watch3, and the Galaxy Live Buds.! The Samsung Galaxy Note20 series comes with a new color which is the Mystic Bronze that feels super classy and stylish.In terms of the tech specs, the Samsung Galaxy Note20 comes with both 4G and 5G variants. It has a flat 6.7-inch  Super AMOLED+ display with FHD+ resolution and up to 60Hz refresh rate whereas the Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra sports a larger 6.9-inch Infinity-O Dynamic AMOLED 2X QHD+ resolution display with up to 120Hz refresh rate and 240Hz touch response. So let's take a closer look at what's so special about the latest Samsung Galaxy Note20 series in the video below.

Stay tuned for more in-depth review and unboxing video at TechNave.com!


Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra - Is 120Hz + 1080p or 60Hz + 1440p better for mobile gaming?

Nowadays, a few smartphones can reach up to 120Hz refresh rate easily and it's crazy to know that it's more than my laptop's screen! On paper, having a 120Hz refresh rate is usually great for browsing your social media, watching videos and mobile gaming but only a few games can truly take advantage of that. This applies to screen resolution as well.

What do I mean by that? Well, since the screen resolution of most new smartphones can go up to 2K resolution or in the case of the Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra, 3088 x 1440 (WQHD+), you will actually be limited to a refresh rate of 60Hz. For hardcore mobile gamers and those who are just starting, this can be quite a dilemma - should you play your mobile games in 120Hz + 1080p or 60Hz + 1440p? We did some tests and here's what you should know.

The three mobile games that we have chosen are Asphalt 9, Call of Duty: Mobile and the hottest game that's trending now - Genshin Impact. Granted, all three can only clock up to 60FPS at most, but the point here is to see how the graphics flow via motion blur when moving around. This is to test how the gameplay feels when you look around the environment (Genshin and COD) and for background interactions while racing (Asphalt). You can check out the video demo above.

Next, for those who favour graphics quality over a higher refresh rate, this option is doable as well. The good thing about a higher resolution is that it really brings out the best visual presentation possible. What's more, as we've mentioned the maximum frame rate of these mobile games is set to 60Hz. Let's see how they perform in the video below.

If you have watched the two videos and couldn't really tell the difference - well, you're not alone. Even when I was watching the replays of the two modes side-by-side, it was very hard to distinguish between the two. Despite that, I personally prefer having 120Hz refresh rate + FHD+. Once you have gotten used to the 120Hz refresh rate, it's very hard to go back to 60Hz. Although you'd lose the higher resolution quality, the difference isn't that much. However, if you would like to conserve the battery life, playing on 60Hz with FHD+ is probably the best combination. We also have written a 120Hz IPS LCD vs 60Hz AMOLED comparison article, so check it out too!

Our eyes may not be able to catch the little details, but it's important to note that the refresh rate does work. For example, you will have to push up the frame rate to the maximum in COD: Mobile settings to enjoy the 120Hz refresh rate mode. Otherwise, the gameplay will feel kind of sluggish and this applies to other FPS mobile games like PUBG Mobile. There's also a motion blur option as well in Genshin Impact to suit whichever mode the best. But what do you folks think? Let us know in the comments below!

The Galaxy Note20 (RM3899), Galaxy Note20 5G (RM4299) and Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G (RM5199) are now available at any Samsung Experience Store (SES), authorised dealers and its official online store now. Any customer who purchased either one of the models will receive a free Galaxy Buds+ (worth RM599) on a first-come-first-serve basis, while stocks last.

Interested customers can visit the nearest Samsung official store and choose any of the Galaxy Note20 series variants they want. Do note that this campaign will end on 30 November 2020. For more information, you may refer to this website.


Android 14 could let you save app pairings in split-screen

If you're a heavy multi-tasker, there's nothing more convenient than being able to run multiple apps. The split-screen feature is best in that regard, but Google wants to improve its functionality with the next  Android version.

According to Mishaal Rahman, Android 14 will let you save an 'app pair'. This refers to when two apps are opened on a split-screen. With this update, users won't have to relaunch their favourite apps manually. Instead, they can save their favourite app pairs and launch them simultaneously in split-screen mode.

Currently, tapping "save app pair" doesn't work, but when the feature is ready, I'm guessing this will let you add a shortcut to the home screen to launch two apps in split-screen mode.

Of course, the feature is still being tested in Android 14 Beta 2, so it's not ready yet. But when it is, Rahman claims that you'll be able to add shortcuts to your favourite pairs to the home screen and launch them with ease.

By the way, this isn't a new idea since Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold phones and the Microsoft Surface Duo devices can do the same thing. But adding the feature to Android 14 would mean all Android users will eventually get access to it. Yes, even on your regular smartphone.

So, is this a feature you would use often? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra Unboxing and Hands-On: Upgraded S Pen and Samsung Note Sync!

The Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra features a 6.9-inch QHD+ Infinity O Dynamic 2X AMOLED Display with 1440p resolutions, 120Hz refresh rate, and 240Hz touch sampling rate. As for the chipset, this phone comes with an Exynos 990 which is the same with the Galaxy S20 series. There’s 12GB of RAM and 256GB internal storage and if that’s not enough for you, you may slot in up to 1TB with a MicroSD card.

On the other hand, the latest Samsung Note Sync can now auto-save and sync your notes to a Galaxy tablet and PC. As for the S Pen, it has moved to the bottom left-hand-side and it’s now improved with better accuracy (9ms latency of response) as well as with more navigation.

From now until 20 August, you can pre-order the Note20 Ultra on the official website and authorized retail stores for RM5199. It comes bundled with a free Galaxy Buds Live (in-store only, the RM650 e-voucher is on the website), a UV Sterilizer & Wireless Charger. Anyway, let’s take a closer look at it from the unboxing video! Stay tuned for more unboxing videos on TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra performance test - A closer look at the Exynos 990 chipset

Wait a minute, didn't we write this before? Nope, that was the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE performance test. We've also done a refresh rate test on the Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra before. In this article, we will go more in-depth with the Galaxy Note20 Ultra performance in mobile gaming and battery.

Maybe you're rolling your eyes over the fact that it's using an Exynos 990 chipset. Granted, it's not on the same level par as the Snapdragon 865 chipset, but it doesn't mean it's as bad as many say it is. Anyway, if you want to know more about the performance of the Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G, read our analysis below.

Benchmarking a smartphone is one way to find out how powerful a chipset is and is standard practice for us gadget reviewers. While that's the case, we also have to remind everyone that scores aren't everything and the Exynos 990 chipset didn't affect our user experience overall. With that said, below are our screenshots from 3DMark and Geekbench 5.

The benchmark results from 3DMark (left) and Geekbench 5 (right)

In 3DMark, the device scored 6580 and 6277 points for Sling Shot Extreme (OpenGL ES 3.1) and Sling Shot Extreme Vulkan respectively. Then in Geekbench 5, its Single-Core score was 682 points, while the Multi-Core score was 2653 points. If you compare that with the Galaxy S20 FE, the Galaxy Note20 Ultra performed better in the Sling Shot Extreme Vulkan and the Single-Core tests but loses when it came to the Sling Shot Extreme (OpenGL ES 3.1) and Multi-Core tests.

Onto the mobile gaming experience, we previously talked about whether playing in 120Hz + 1080p or 60Hz + 1440p is better. For us, we think adjusting the game settings to 60Hz + 1080p is more than good enough because of two reasons: Most mobile game apps can't pass 60Hz refresh rate and it's hard to tell 1080p and 1440p apart. On top of that, this setting is better at keeping battery consumption low, which we will get to later.

Yup, you can max the refresh rate setting in Call of Duty: Mobile

In addition to mobile gaming, Samsung's Game Launcher app is available for this phone and it's good. For those who don't know, the app helps optimise any mobile game and can enable a "do not disturb" mode when you need it. You can check out our Call of Duty: Mobile gameplay on the Galaxy Note20 Ultra to see how the phone performs in games.

Since we have tested many smartphones this year, we can somewhat gauge battery performance. The Galaxy Note20 Ultra has a typical battery drain of just 10% within 30 minutes on any mobile games, so that's a good sign. To refresh your memory, the Galaxy Note20 Ultra features a 4500mAh battery and supports up to 25W fast-charging. But how fast does it 25W charge? Well, you can fill up the battery to 50% within 30 minutes and a full charge is just over an hour.

If you want to prolong the battery life, you can also set it to just 60Hz refresh rate even in 2K resolution. Moreover, if you're just focusing on your work and not playing any mobile games, the phone will last you a day (or two) easily. This is a productivity gadget at its best!

Interested customers can visit the nearest Samsung Experience Store (SES), authorised dealers, and its official online store now to choose any of the Galaxy Note20 series variants they want. The variants include the Galaxy Note20 (RM3899), Galaxy Note20 5G (RM4299) and Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G (RM5199). For more information, you may refer to this website.


Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra really that powerful to fullfill our everyday needs?

Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G has been launched for sometime now in Malaysia with the price of RM5199. It is said to be not an ordinary smartphone but a computer suite in your pocket! So we put it to a test to see how it will fullfill the daily needs in our everyday lifestyle and the result is surprising! In terms of tech specs, it has an AMOLED 2x Infinity-O display that delivers 1500nits of brightness with up to 120Hz refresh rate. This will not just make the whole working process and graphic looks super smooth but also makes the writing with the S-Pen feels seemlessly. It is also equipped with 4500mAh battery that will last you a full day of usage. So let's check out powerful did the Samsung Note20 Ultra did in our daily tasks in the video below.

Stay tuned for more in-depth reviews on the Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra on TechNave.com


Samsung Galaxy Note20 series & Galaxy Watch3 Malaysia pre-order begins today starting from RM3899 & RM1699 respectively

As expected, Samsung Malaysia have revealed pre-order details of the new Galaxy Note20 5G series for the Malaysian market. It's not just the smartphones but they have also announced the Galaxy Watch3 as well. Without further ado, here's what you need to know on the pre-order details.

Starting on 6 August 2020 at 10AM (while stocks last), the local price tags are exactly as what we have reported last night with the local price tags. To refresh your memory, the starting price starts from RM3899 for the Galaxy Note20 4G variant whereas the 5G variant is RM4299. If you want the Galaxy Note20 5G Ultra 5G, that costs RM5199 and all come with different bundle gifts of either the Galaxy Buds Live or Buds+.

As for the Galaxy Watch3, you can pre-order either the 45mm or 41mm variant for RM1799 or RM1699 respectively. The bundle gift that comes with it is a wireless charger pad worth RM239. Anyway, you can refer to the table below.

To get started on the pre-orders, you can check out at Samsung Malaysia's official website right here. You can also learn more about the products by checking out our news coverage below. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Note5 in Pink Gold colour for RM2699 in Malaysia

Good news to Samsung fans, Samsung Malaysia Electronics have unveiled a Samsung Galaxy Note5 in Pink Gold colour. Currently on a retail price of RM2699 (GST), the device is a limited edition and will be available from 21 January onwards.

“The Galaxy Note5 is by far one of our most successful and popular products in the market. The exceptional innovation and functionality of the Galaxy Note5 aside, we realized that colour too play an important role in the popularity of the phone. From our research on market insights and predictions of current trends in the smartphone industry, we noted that Pink is a unique vibrant colour that resonates with many consumers. We introduced the Galaxy Note4 in Pink last year and it was a remarkable hit among consumers. Now we want to continue the trend and this time, introduce the Galaxy Note5 in Pink Gold,” said Mr Lee Jui Siang, Vice President, IT & Mobile Business Unit, Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

The new colour addition to the Galaxy Note 5 flagship is to appeal more to the female target audience more to give more personality. So to say, it's perfect for ladies who are looking for a device that harmonises style and productivity with a touch of femininity, sophistication and grace. In addition, the device also features a S Pen stylus which can be used for creativity and freedom of expressions beyond traditional text and static visuals.

Galaxy Note5 is also available in Gold Platinum, Silver Titanium, White Pearl and Black Sapphire. To learn more about the new pink Galaxy Note5, visit their website to check it out while stocks last!


Samsung Galaxy Note8 now available in Xpax EasyPhone & Celcom FIRST plan from RM115

Remember the Xpax EasyPhone plan that we talked about earlier this month? Celcom has just added another smartphone to the list and now everyone can get their hands on the Samsung Galaxy Note8 from RM115 monthly!

For Celcom customers, they will only need to subscribe to FIRST Platinum Plus and pay RM115 for 24 months. On the other hand, Xpax can sign up without any credit card or upfront payment at RM238 for 24 months, plus an additional free monthly RM30 prepaid credit that will part of the package. In addition, FIRST Platinum, FIRST Gold Supreme and Gold Plus are also eligible, with a monthly price of RM135, RM140 and RM155 respectively.

Should you skip the EasyPhone plan and go straight for the postpaid plans and choose your own special price which is:

The Samsung Galaxy Note8 retails at RM3,772.64. For more information on Celcom’s packages and price plans, visit www.celcom.com.my or www.xpax.com.my


Samsung Galaxy Note8 now on 0% Easy Payment Plan with savings up to RM628

Today, Samsung Malaysia Electronics are putting the Galaxy Note8 on a new promotion! What is it? Well starting from 8 June until 8 July 2018, the phablet is having a 0% Easy Payment Plan and you get to enjoy 2 months of free instalment payment up to RM628! Between the 12-month or 24-month plan, the monthly instalment plans range from as low as RM262 for the former, while the latter can go as low as RM131. You can visit your nearest Samsung Experience Store and selected Samsung Authorized Dealer across the nation to check it out.

To recap the tech-specs, it features 6GB of RAM and has three storage variants of 64GB, 128GB and 256GB, along with a huge 6.3-inch Super AMOLED display, a dual 12MP + 12MP rear camera, 3300mAh battery and many more. You can visit the official website for more specification details and to find out more about the 0% Easy Payment Plan, you can check it out here.

Stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Premier 2014 on 12 June 2014 could reveal Galaxy Tab S?

Samsung Mobile has just tweeted an image for their upcoming Samsung Galaxy Premier 2014 with the title "Tab into Color". This hints at a new Galaxy Tab coming soon and with the Galaxy Tab 4 range already well and announced, we're thinking it could be the premium Samsung Galaxy Tab S recently rumoured to appear. Estimated tech specs for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S include an 8.4-inch display version and a 10.5-inch display version with both displays being AMOLED type screens offering 2K or 2560 x 1600 pixel resolutions. This could point to the hint which says "Tab into Color" as AMOLED screens do tend to have more vibrant colours. Other features that could appear include a built-in fingerprint scanner, Samsung Exynos 5420 processor, hexa-core Mali T628 graphics, 3GB LPDDR3e RAM, 8MP rear camera and 2.1MP front camera. Many are also thinking that other devices could also be showcased as well but it feels a little too early for the Galaxy Note 4 still. Stay tuned for more developments.[Source]


Samsung Galaxy Pro Review

The stylish Android 2.2 Froyo-based Samsung Galaxy Pro has a 2.8-inch landscape TFT LCD touch-screen display that covers stuff at 320 x 240 pixels resolution. One may never complain about the speed of the handset as it operates on an 800 MHz processor. Armed with a portrait QWERTY keypad, Galaxy Pro smartphone also has four useful sensors to boast of. There are accelerometer, light, digital compass and proximity sensors in the phone. Large-sized but slim and sleek Galaxy Pro has physical dimensions of 108.6 x 66.7 x 10.7mm. It just weighs 103.4 grams. Made in a Grey-Black colour combination, Samsung Galaxy Pro running on Samsung TouchWiz UI is a modest smartphone with just the apt features.

Samsung Galaxy Pro has an integrated stereo FM Radio with RDS feature for the entertainment of users. Apart from that, there is Android audio player for accentuating music experience by allowing users to play music on it. MP3/AAC/AAC+/eAAC+/WMA/RA audio formats are supported in the phone.

The Samsung Galaxy Pro is equipped with autofocus camera rated at 3 Mega Pixels. It allows users to click pictures in single, beauty, panorama, smile and action shot modes. Video codec allowed on the phone are MPEG4/H.263/H.264/WMV/RV/DivX/Xvid and one can video record and play in WVGA @30 fps and [email protected] formats respectively. The clicked pictures are in real hi-resolution and phone sports advanced features as geo-tagging also. One may also upload the pictures directly on Facebook using Pictures App. The device facilitates users with high class photography via this pretty nice smartphone.

The 512 MB RAM of Samsung Galaxy Pro enables its users to store practically uncountable phonebook entries, fields and photo call in its phonebook memory which is quite massive. The internal memory is quite capacious even to manage similar number of call details as in received, dialed and missed calls. 2GB free user end memory comes with the phone which can expand its memory with applying a microSD card of data capacity 32GB.

A very good battery backup comes with Samsung Galaxy Pro which is storehouse of a standard 1350mAh rechargeable battery. This Li-ion battery allows users to talk for as long as 11 hours on the Samsung Galaxy Pro and can keep the phone on standby for around 620 hours. Such a long standby time reveals the capability of this battery and declares it as a phone with strong battery backup.

There are 3.5mm audio jack, voice recorder and speakerphones. Samsung Galaxy Pro is a pleasure to use for the avid music lovers.

The smartphone boasts wireless connectivity in the form of a Bluetooth v2.1 with A2DP and Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n. The 3G enabled handset also has USB of version 2.0 microUSB which can be tethered from the main menu of the phone to smoothly transfer data from PC to mobile and vice versa almost effortlessly.

Users remain connected on Samsung Galaxy Pro faster as it allows faster messaging. SNS push notification, Push E-mail and Push IM features are the premium value-added features of the Samsung Galaxy Pro. These features along with the usual messaging features as SMS (threaded view), MMS and E-mail takes the messaging experience on Galaxy Pro to a new high.

The Samsung Galaxy Pro has an in built Android RSS browser for letting users browse and surf at all times especially on the move. The “Social Hub” on the phone very well integrates that information on calendar, contacts and social networking sites and this way ease the users of their problems and keep them connected with one and all.

The Samsung Galaxy Pro is supported on dual networks. First is its, GSM (2G) network in quad band 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz frequency and second is, HSDPA (3G) dual band network in 900/2100 MHz frequency.

With Xbox Live on board of Samsung Galaxy Pro, it is truly a phone that gives a great gaming experience to its users. It is well equipped for entertaining its users with games on this Game Hub. The phone also facilitates people to download games from the Android market on which games like Twin Blades, Star Wars etc are quite popular.

There is a digital compass on Samsung Galaxy Pro which also has an in-built A-GPS receiver. Such support makes geographic navigation and cruising new places with help of the handset easier.

Samsung Galaxy Pro is an Android smartphone that has a 800MHz CPU processor to run it. The enterprise solution on the phone makes it a truly business phone ideal for hi-class executives and businessmen. Microsoft exchange active sync and Think free editor enterprise solutions are present on the phone for facilitating users. The access to social hubs, pictures app and games hub talks highly about its entertaining potential. The browsing via Android browser makes it a cool and convenient phone. Its multimedia options are also quite enjoyable and user-friendly.

Samsung Galaxy Pro is one good Android 2.2 Froyo phone. It is efficient, thanks to its 800 MHZ processor and it sports a 2.8” TFT LCD touch-screen display with portrait QWERTY keypad that makes it look really good. The entertainment potential of the phone is quite remarkable. Its users may use social hub, games hub and picture apps on it for a great multimedia experience.


Samsung Galaxy Q Preview

Samsung's one of the most interesting Android manufacturers, and the Samsung Galaxy Q could be one of its most interesting products yet: if the rumours are correct, this year's IFA 2011 will see a "tabphone" that's half tablet, half phone.

Details are thin on the ground, but we're hearing from Yahoo Korea that the Galaxy Q specifications will include a 5.3-inch Super AMOLED screen. That would make it around an inch larger than existing Galaxy handsets, which is worryingly close to Stupidly Large territory.

Dell has been here already with the Dell Streak 5, but few other firms seem to think five-inchers are the way forward. Samsung, however, argues that for some people the smartphone is the ideal format and tablets are just too big; the Galaxy Q, it says, will be the ideal stepping stone between PC and mobile phone.Samsung Galaxy Q: Processor

It'll have a dual core processor and a slimline form factor too. That's not something you're likely to lose your shirt betting on.Samsung Galaxy Q: Network

It's unclear whether the 3G support will be for data only or for voice too, but the Samsung Galaxy Q hardware, we're told, includes a 3G radio. US customers will get 4G support too.Samsung Galaxy Q: OS

Of course it will be: all of Samsung's other interesting kit is Android powered. We don't know which version the Samsung Galaxy Q OS will be, however: will it go the smartphone route with Gingerbread or the tablet route with Honeycomb? Depending on the release date it could even be Android 4.0, aka Ice Cream Sandwich.


Android 5.0 (L) officially announced, features new design, faster 64-bit processing and more

Android 5.0 was officially announced yesterday at the Google I/O event. While it still hasn't got it's official codename, the codename will start with L. The current Android version is still at Android 4.4 KitKat, so a jump to 5.0 should bring quite a lot of changes and improvements. While new features are on the way, the most notable features and improvements include:

Developers can already get the preview version today, but the consumer version is expected in the next few months. The improvements will help mobile devices bridge the gap between PCs and laptops with smartphones and other Android powered devices providing equal if not better overall performance. No specific Malaysia release dates yet, but we'll keep you posted.


Samsung Galaxy R Preview

Recently Samsung has launched there new mobile phone named Samsung I9103 Galaxy R. The device is very pretty in look and design with the dimension of 125 x 66 x 9.5 mm and 135hm weight. It supports both 2G (GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900) and 3G (HSDPA) network.

It has (480 x 800 pixels) 4.2 inches SC-LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors with such features TouchWiz UI, Multi-touch input method, Accelerometer sensor for UI auto-rotate, Touch-sensitive controls, Proximity sensor for auto turn-off, Gyroscope sensor. It also allows to capture high quality of photos and HD quality of videos with 5 Mega Pixel camera with has 2592х1944 pixels resolution, autofocus, LED flash, geo-tagging. It also has VGA camera at front side of the phone to do video calling.

Samsung I9103 Galaxy R has Operating System of Android OS, v2.3 (Gingerbread) and 1GHz NVIDIA Tegra 2 AP20H Dual Core processor with this technology cell phone operates very smoothly. With this cell phone users can store huge amount of songs, images, video songs, movies and other data, it has 8GB internal space and it can expand up to 32GB with microSD memory card.

Samsung I9103 Galaxy R comes with lots of creative features that delights you such features are :- 3G, GPRS, EDGE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HTML Web Browser, USB, Stereo FM radio with RDS, GPS, Supports Java Apps, Digital compass, MP4/DivX/XviD/WMV/H.264/H.263 player, MP3/WAV/eAAC+ player, Document editor (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF), Adobe Flash support, Voice memo/dial/commands, Predictive text input (Swype), 3.5mm Jack, Loudspeaker, SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Mail, IM, RSS and social networking sites like Facebook, Orkut, Google Search, Maps, Gmail, YouTube, Calendar, Google Talk, Picasa such features allows users to stay connected with there friends and relatives when the want and can share images, videos chat, it also supports other social apps.

Cell phone has excellent performance with Li-Ion 1650 MAH standard battery which can give talk time up to 9 hours and standby time up to 620 hours.


Samsung Galaxy Round confirmed, official launch tomorrow in Korea

The Samsung Galaxy Round, or the world's first commercial curved screen smartphone, has been announced by SK Telecom via Samsung Tomorrow. Unlike earlier rumours which suggested that it may be a side to side model like the one presented at CES 2013, the Samsung Galaxy Round sports a concave screen or a screen that curves inwards. Like the Samsung Galaxy Note 3, the Galaxy Round also has an artificial leather like backside, right down to the stitching. According to SK Telecom, they will officially launch the Samsung Galaxy Round tomorrow (10 October 2013). Tech specs and features for the Samsung Galaxy Round include a 7.9mm profile, 154g weight and a 5.7-inch Super AMOLED screen featuring full HD 1080p playback. Other tech specs and features include LTE-A and a 2800 mAh battery with pricing around $1000 (RM3200). The phone apparently turns on when you press and roll it and turns off when you release it and it rolls back, but you can see this for yourself in the video below:

Personally, we think that this version of the Samsung Galaxy Round is more of a limited showcase phone as the price is over the top and not many countries have LTE-A networks in place yet. No Malaysia release dates just yet, but we could perhaps see a standard LTE only version arrive in Malaysia by the end of October 2013, perhaps with a discount.


Samsung Galaxy S II / S2 Malaysia Review

Samsung Galaxy S II / S 2 is never predicted to be one of the kings of smartphone manufacturers, with a few false of start ups at the early beginning. Nobody would suppose the company comes up with new energy and took another step forward, putting the best technologies and developing sophisticated smartphones, and the popular Samsung Galaxy S is the real proof.

Now, the successor is made, namely the Samsung Galaxy S II / S 2. And this handset is coming up, firstly announced at Mobile World Congress of 2011. A lot of rumors revealed it right before the MWC event was held. Then now you can compare it which specs are true and false. If you are now having the original Samsung Galaxy S with you, you might be a bit surprised taking a look at what Samsung has improved in it.

The new handset is expected to start attacking the existing brand new smartphones in the market with its new superior features and specifications. One of the most-discussed points is the Super AMOLED Plus screen, featuring a new tech with better color gamut, contrast ratio and apparent 80 per cent reduction in power over the previous screen version.

The phone’s aesthetic design looks brilliant, though it is very similar to the first Samsung Galaxy S. The Home button is flanked by touch-sensitive options for Menu and Back. And, the 4.3 inches screen comes with TouchWiz 4.0 UI, which is also called as a new version of Samsung’s overlay. The notifications are overhauled offering more pertinent functions and widgets, allowing you to easily manage anything from the Home screen.

The highlight of Samsung Galaxy S II is the 4.3-inch 800x480 screen, which incorporates Super AMOLED Plus technology. Colours are eye popping and blues and greens literally jump out of the screen at you. Off-angle viewing is excellent too - the first phone we’ve seen to match the iPhone 4.

A larger screen sizes means that the phone is bulky, but it’s a joy for movies. When playing back our test HD movie clips, detail is sharp and action smooth. We found that whites aren’t as pure or bright as those on the iPhone 4, although blacks seem darker and colours are bolder and warmer. It handles action smoothly too.

The Samsung Galaxy S II has a 1.2GHz dual-core processor. In use the phone feels incredibly quick – one of the fastest smartphones we’ve used, whether you’re browsing a web page or swapping between applications it never feels slow. During our tests it loads web pages over WiFi quicker than the iPhone 4.

The rear of the phone is found an 8MP camera with single LED flash. Instead of a dedicated shutter; you tap the virtual shutter, which is fairly quick if not quite as nippy as the offering on the iPhone 4.

There are plenty of manual controls. Adjust the ISO from 100-800, choose from five white balance settings and choose between three metering settings. Samsung has also included Smile Shot, Beauty, Action, Cartoon and Panorama scene modes. Alongside auto focus, Macro mode captures sharp shots to around 10cm and there’s an effective Face Detection mode.

Still results are pleasing, the Samsung Galaxy S II is pretty good at controlling noise, and we’d like them to be a little sharper, colours are very natural. The Samsung Galaxy S II shoots HD video at 720p and 1080p at 30fps and results are pleasing; it’s smooth, with natural colours, perhaps lacking a little definition.

We’ve no complaints about the sound quality, when you plug some headphones into the 3.5mm jack, and here you can access nine Equalizer modes and some Sound Effects, including the useful Bass enhancement and Wide.

The Android 2.3.1 (Gingerbread) is installed on the phone, which is expected to be upgradable to Android 2.4 in the future, and of course Samsung would confirm it later on when everything is prepared well. In addition, there are some new features such as Photo Editor to be played, and it is much more surprising, for the dual core processing power supports the performance perfectly.

Android comes with its very own speech recognition software these days. But still, Samsung has decided to provide the Samsung Galaxy S II with speech recognition software of its very own: Vlingo. With Vlingo, you no need to type in order to perform searches, send emails, or what have you. Just fire up Vlingo and start talking. Vlingo does a really good job at understanding voice commands. Vlingo can be very handy when you are trying to send a longer than average email.Vlingo might very well be really good at understanding voice commands. We will have to give it the benefit of the doubt.

There’s a Social Hub offering the uniquely Samsung experience, allowing you to easily open and send a message from the integrated inbox. Therefore, the Samsung Galaxy S II is crowned as a good messaging smartphone, which is a little different than its predecessor. Swype is there pre-installed on the handset, and both the normal Samsung keyboard and the swiping option are well rendered and work effectively.

Samsung’s included motion controls. Hold an app down then move the phone left or right to scroll through the homescreens and reposition it. Elsewhere hold two fingers on the screen and move towards you and away from you to zoom in and out.

Polaris Office lets you create and edit Word, Excel and Powerpoint documents. In portrait mode we did find the keyboard a bit cramped and frequently tapped the wrong keys and the predictive text isn’t as impressive as the iPhone 4. Alternatively the Swipe keyboard detects words as you drag your fingers over the keys, it works pretty well, although frequently didn’t recognize our choices.

With WiFi on, maximum brightness, moderate browsing, some video and photos we got into our second day. One of the most useful features is Task Manager, where you can view and kill active applications and clear the RAM, and you can enable Power Saving Mode to cut in when the power gets to 50%.

Overall the Samsung Galaxy S II / S 2 is quite impressive, with the dual-core processor built within, and the incredible Super AMOLED Plus screen is really hot, being able to hit the iPhone version of NOVA screen. A lot of new technologies are installed into the phone, making it a very different smartphone compared to others. This is the handset that is worth every penny you spend, even it can be the next top phone to be crowned a lot of rewards, as you possibly expected.


Samsung Galaxy S III Getting Galaxy S IV Features

Samsung Galaxy S III users who have been enviously reading up about all the new features of the Samsung Galaxy S IV can now stop feeling so jealous. Samsung officials have said that many of the new features available in the new Samsung Galaxy S IV will be made available in the Samsung Galaxy S III and other flagship models such as the Note II or perhaps the Grand. These features are mostly hardware dependent, so if it requires hardware that the S III doesn't have, it probably won't be included. However, this does mean that new features that don't require such hardware may also be included. This list may include:

... and many more.When these features will be made available to Samsung Galaxy S III users and other smartphones has still not been made available to us yet. In all likelihood this may be several months after the Samsung Galaxy S4 release in Asia (and Malaysia) which has been rumored to be at the end of April 2013. We will continue to keep you updated.


Samsung Galaxy S III / S3 Malaysia Reviews

Super AMOLED 4.8 inch display - The display of 720 x 1280 pixels Super AMOLED 4.8 inch diagonal  makes a great tool for browsing and multimedia use. Colors are vivid, contrast is good. Responds instantly to commands. Finally it is a pleasure to use.Battery life - It turned out that the choice of a battery of 2100 mAh was an excellent choice for Galaxy S III, measured battery life reaching 10 hours of video playback or browsing. In fact, with judicious use Galaxy S III can be used easily an entire work day with active an data connection.Performance - Galaxy S III is one of the most powerful Android smartphone of the moment. The benchmarks don’t lie. Just about everything you do on it happens instantly. THe Samsung Galaxy S III does not heat up when used intensively.Software services: sensors, voice, games, AllShare - Samsung Galaxy S III brings a wide choice of services and software enhancements that together create a pleasant user experience. The use of smart sensors (motion, microphone, camera) that make intelligent device is a notable aspect.

Snappy Camera - The Samsung Galaxy S III is in many respects one of the currently most advanced smartphones and fun to use as a phone and as a camera. The Samsung is very responsive and allows for burst shooting and very fast shot-to-shot times. The camera app offers a very comprehensive feature set with an efficient HDR mode and a partly customizabe user interface but the image quality is not quite up with the best in class.

MicroSD - In addition to the 16/32 GB available for storage, Galaxy S III has a microSD slot for those who want more. I know that however much free memory you have, it becomes insufficient at some point. So I appreciate the opportunity to expand.

Case material & Designed - The biggest negative aspect that I see on Galaxy S III is related to the plastic case model. It is very thin and on top of that it’s too bright and shiny. Any trace of fingers remain visible and unpleasant.TouchWiz and bugs - Although highly changed, TouchWiz UI is not consistent. In one way looks the list of applications, in another style the phone module and other look for custom applications. It is true that there are not as many bugs as in previous versions. They still exist and I am convinced that you will not want to reset your smartphone from time to time because because lockscreen’s interface is oriented wrong and you can not unlock the device.

It is not unibody - The trend in the way smartphones are built is obvious: unibody. Galaxy S III has a metal reinforcement around the edges to ensure a more or less compact structure. Until you want to remove the card and you see the caseing : a thin plastic that you are afraid to touch.The display is not the best in bright sunlight - No matter how good the Super AMOLED display is, the color rendition and especially the black, has a drawback.

There's no doubting the Samsung Galaxy S3 is technologically the top dog at the moment. It's screen is dazzling, its processor incredibly fast and its battery life is better than most. Add in extras such as a microSD slot, NFC and wireless charging and you have a phone that no other can match.However, despite all these features there's a lack of that certain something that truly makes it desirable, thanks in large part to an interface that lacks a truly cohesive feel and an uninspiring design. Then again, it's not like any other Android alternative gets it all right, either. There is of course the whole screen size issue too. Samsung has made an effort to make the S3 easy to handle despite its size but it's not there yet - we still found it cumbersome. Nonetheless, if you can live with a large phone day to day then the S3 is the current pick of the bunch.As for the iPhone competition, both the iPhone 4S and iPhone 5 have the S3 beat for design (both for toughness and style) and we find them much easier to handle, plus of course the app store's better stocked. But you do miss out on NFC, expandable memory, and it's more difficult to customise the handset to do what you want.

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Samsung Galaxy S III / S3 Price in Malaysia, Specs & Rumors

We can expect the Samsung Galaxy S III / S 3 sometime in 2012, if we are to believe what the photo below has to offer. The image in question not only tells us when, but what we can expect from the yet to be announced Samsung flagship.

According to the potential sources, the Samsung Galaxy S III will feature a dual-core 1.8GHz Exynos 4212 processor (no quad-core just yet), 2GB of RAM, a 12MP camera, and a 4.6-inch Super AMOLED Plus HD display. That screen technology would provide HD resolution without falling back on the PenTile technology found in Samsung’s current generation of HD displays. Our sources noted that these particular displays are not fully baked at this point in time. The camera would deploy the W750 BSI CMOS sensor and the phone will feature LTE and NFC support.

Unlike the upcoming Nexus Prime, the Smasung Galaxy S III will not use a curved display and the design language of the phone will apparently differ from the current Galaxy S lineup to avoid future legal issues. The Samsung Galaxy S III is said to be even thinner than the Samsung Galaxy S II. While the handset will run on the upcoming Android Ice Cream Sandwich build, it will reportedly retain four physical buttons.

It should be noted that this information is unconfirmed at this time, and we would be remiss to not point out a few obvious flaws in the actual image. The original Galaxy S is listed as shipping with an Exynos CPU and other typos can be found. Could this be a clever fake? It’s definitely possible. Take it with a grain of salt but the details seem pretty spot on in most respects.

The Samsung Galaxy S III / S 3 price in Malaysia and release date is yet to be annouce.

The features above & below are rumors only and more details review will be coming soon!

Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notification.


Samsung Galaxy S IV / S4 Malaysia Release Date and Price

It's finally official. The Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV is going to be officially launched in Malaysia on 27 April 2013 at 'below' location. Thankfully, Malaysia is one of the countries to get the first roll-out of Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV smartphones. Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV price in Malaysia shall be RM2199 (RRP).

Samsung have revealed the location of the launchings as below:

The four main Malaysia's Telco - Maxis, DiGi, Celcom and U Mobile are having the Samsung Galaxy S4 pre-registration, pre-order or coming soon teaser. This is meaning that the Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV will officially launch in Malaysia very soon and most likely will be end of April 2013!

How about the Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV Price in Malaysia? Well according to DiGi's pre-order plan, the Samsung Galaxy S4 retailed price shall be RM2199. The other telcos did not unveils the retailed price yet at this moment but at least we know it from DiGi for sure.

Please stay tune with us for the Samsung Galaxy S4 official launching date and retail price in Malaysia. Meantime, you can see some info from the telcos as follow:-

Celcom's Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV Plan                               U Mobile opens up Samsung Galaxy S4 Pre-registration

DiGi Reveals Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV Pre-order Plan            Maxis's Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV Teaser

Samsung Galaxy S IV Unofficial Preliminary Specification:-


Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury, Galaxy J8, Galaxy J6 and Galaxy J4 revealed starting from ~RM817

(L-R) Samsung Galaxy S Light Luxury, Galaxy J8, Galaxy J6 and Galaxy J4

Once in awhile, smartphone brands tend to release a barrage of new phone models on the same day, and Samsung just did that a few hours ago in two regions. First, they have introduced a new Galaxy S Light Luxury in China, then the new Galaxy J8, Galaxy J6 and Galaxy J4 in India. Let's take a look at the specs, shall we?

So first up, the Galaxy S Light Luxury, otherwise also known as the Galaxy S8 Lite in the previous rumour news is a new mid-range tier phone that looks quite similar to the current Galaxy S9, but the same size as the Galaxy S8 featuring a 5.8-inch Infinity Display Super AMOLED screen panel. The processor is Qualcomm's Snapdragon 660, backed up by 4GB of RAM and has 64GB internal storage. Its camera setup is simple as well, with the rear holding a 16MP (f1/.7) capable of recording 4K clip at 30fps. Then an 8MP selfie camera with the same aperture.

Available only in Burgundy Red, the 3000mAh battery phone supports fast wireless and wired charging with its USB Type-C port. Also, it has IP68 water and dust resistant grade which is not bad at all. This mid-range Samsung phone cost 4000 Yuan (~RM2492).

Next, the Galaxy J8 is a new one to us and doesn't look as premium as the former as it comes in a polycarbonate body but has a large Super AMOLED screen panel up to 6-inch (720p only though). The processor is also lower than expected, using only a Snapdragon 450 chipset but at least the battery gives a punch at 3500mAh.

Besides that, the Galaxy J8 also runs on 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, a dual rear 16MP (f/1.7) + 5MP (f/1.9) camera setup and has a rather large 16MP front camera. For the India market, the price tag is 19,000 rupees (~RM1109).

Then for the Galaxy J6 and J4, most of the specs that were mentioned before match quite well, but we are just going to recap it. Starting with the Galaxy J6, it also has a 5.6-inch AMOLED Infinity Display panel in just 720p. It runs on Exynos 7880 (octa-core Cortex-A53 CPU running at 1.6GHz, Mali-T830 MP1 GPU), 3GB of RAM, 32GB internal storage (expandable memory available) and Android 8.0 Oreo out of the box.

The camera setup is fairly simple as well, using a primary 13MP (f/1.9) camera and an 8MP (f/1.9) front camera with three levels of flash for selfies. For a 3000mAh phone, it's really not bad and the Galaxy J4 is just as impressive for an entry-level phone, with the same battery juice, Android 8.0 Oreo but as for the rest, it has lower specs.

For powering itself, the 5.5-inch Super AMOLED phone features an Exynos 7570 quad-core CPU (1.4GHz), a Mali-T720 MP1 GPU and a 2GB + 16GB memory capacity, if that's too little space for you, an expandable memory is available. The camera on the back and front is just 8MP and 5MP respectively. In terms of pricing, the Galaxy J6 and Galaxy J4 are priced at 16,400 rupees (~RM958) and 13,990 rupees (~RM817) respectively.

Phew, that was a lot to cover. We would probably see the Galaxy J6, Galaxy J4, Galaxy A6 (2018) and Galaxy A6+ (2018) in Malaysia quite soon. Until then, stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S Plus Review

The new Samsung Galaxy S Plus, also known as the GT-I9001, one of the fastest Android handsets on the market in pure clock-speed terms.

The new handset is also a metallic rear cover and the latest version of Google's Android platform, version 2.3 'Gingerbread' pre-loaded with no need to wait for an update. Features like Adobe's Flash Player will be installed as standard, too, for access to websites that require it - and hopefully the processor will be fast enough to cope.

The Samsung I9001 Galaxy S Plus runs on the Android operating system of the version 2.3 (gingerbread). This OS makes the Samsung I9001 Galaxy S Plus work fast and addictive. User can have a lot of fun having this phone.

The camera of the Samsung I9001 Galaxy S Plus works great as it is of 5MP. It also performs functions like that of smile and face determination, autofocus, tagging and touch focus. The user can also record videos at the resolution of 720p @ 30fps.

The Samsung I9001 Galaxy S Plus has a super AMOLED capacitive touch screen with 16M colors, 480 x 800 pixels. The size of its screen is 4.0 inches. The Samsung I9001 Galaxy S Plus also features accelerometer sensor for the auto rate of user interface.

The built-in memory of Samsung I9001 Galaxy S plus is about 8GB. It can support the microSD card up to 32 GB. The memory of the phonebook and call records is unlimited.

It features a Bluetooth of version 2.0. The Samsung I9001 Galaxy S plus supports the Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n. In 3G it supports HSDPA 14.4 Mbps, HSUPA 5.76 Mbps. The Samsung I9001 Galaxy S plus also supports EDGE of class 12 and GPRS of class 12. It doesn’t features infrared.

The Samsung I9001 Galaxy S plus supports the video formats of mp4, DivX, Xvid, WMV, H.264, H.263; and audio formats of mp3, WAV, eAAC+, AC3, FLAC. The phone has a lot of games, ringtones. It also features the vibration mode for ringtones both in silent and in loudspeakers. The Samsung I9001 Galaxy S plus also has the loudspeakers of 3.5mm audio jack.