Could the upcoming Huawei P8 be more power saving?

The Huawei P series of smartphones are more known for their performance and super thin chassis but the upcoming Huawei P8 could well get a new power saving feature, at least according to Huawei themselves. Huawei recently released a teaser image for the upcoming Huawei P8 which suggests that it could have a new power-saving feature. Considering that the Huawei Ascend P6 and Ascend P7 were both quite thin, it would be safe to assume that the P8 would also be thin and not likely to pack in a large battery. This means the teaser could indicate a more efficient method of extending battery life than before, perhaps even getting 2 days worth of battery life in a single charge. The teaser does not reveal anything else like other tech specs, Malaysia release dates or pricing but many are expecting the Huawei P8 to arrive on 15 April 2015 with an octa-core Kirin 930 processor, 3GB RAM, 32GB storage, 5.2-inch full HD display and 13MP camera with dual LED flash and OIS. Stay tuned for more developments.


Ever since its debut, vivo has always been riding on the success of manufacturing selfie smartphones. So while vivo Malaysia continues the hype of their upcoming V7+ selfie smartphone, we decided to take a closer look at the device's 24MP front camera. What can the company bring it to the table? Will it be the best selfie phone ever marketed? What kind of advantage does it have? Here's what we know so far.

To start off, this is actually the first time that a front camera is integrating a 24MP sensor. No other smartphone manufacturers have done this before and at most, the highest is only 20MP which includes its predecessors, the vivo V5 series. And no, using a digital enhancement technology to create a 24MP image doesn't really count.

Next, its flash technology continues the tradition of creating the most suitable and "just right" lighting brightness in a low-light environment just as vivo smartphones always do. But we got some information that the V7+ is able to capture better lighting even without using its selfie softlight flash. With that kind of statement, we suspect that the aperture could be around f/1.8 more or less.

Furthermore, vivo has also installed a Group Selfie feature that uses a panoramic landscape for the users. According to sources, it's able to go as wide as 145° in taking a wefie without having to squeeze in. 145°? That's also the first widest angle we heard in the smartphone industry and we can't wait to test it out how wide does it look. The resolution should look great too since it's still using the 24MP sensor.

So what do you think? Could the vivo V7+ be the best selfie smartphone ever? We are just a week away from its debut, so stay tuned for that as we will find out more about it.


A Total War Saga: Troy officially launches today, free to claim on Epic Games Store until tonight

A few months ago, it was announced that A Total War Saga: Troy would be free to claim for a day and the day has arrived. Available for 24 hours, you can now grab the popular RTS (real-time strategy) game on Epic Games Store and it will end tonight at 9PM.

Why should you get this game? First reason - This is a totally new game released by Sega and developed by Creative Assembly, the makers of Total War series. The second reason - If you're a fan of RTS games, you ought to try this out as the Total War series is regarded as one of the best in the gaming market. Releasing a brand new game for free is unheard of so I don't see any reason why you wouldn't want to get it unless if you're not an RTS fan.

A Total War Saga: Troy is available on Windows 10 and macOS and according to the Epic Games Store page, there will be a new DLC in the future called Amazons. Anyway, you either log into your account on the website or the Epic Games Store platform to claim it. Good luck and have fun!


Could there be a new Apple iPhone SE 2 at the WWDC 2018?

Believe it or not, there are still a few tech-gadget enthusiasts waiting for a spiritual successor of the Apple iPhone SE. We didn't get any sequel from Apple's annual WWDC event last year, though, but with the recent announcement of this year's WWDC 2018, rumours have resurfaced again of the iPhone SE 2. So what is the Internet saying?

Let's start with the design. Nowadays, smartphones are going full front screen with the top notches and getting rid of the home button. It's inevitable, we have to get on with the times, but not everyone is keen for a huge phablet, as there are still a number of users who still prefer small and compact devices. We won't be surprised if the iPhone SE 2 followed that path but maybe it's best that they don't so that they can continue the "nostalgic" look with the Ion-X glossy glass back. That being said, if it does then a wireless charging technology is quite possible.

For the tech-specs, Phonearena.com is betting that the Apple A10 Fusion chipset could be included since the previous one used an A9 chipset. Screen size could also be the same 4-inch LCD display (or slightly larger?) in 1136 x 640 resolution. Also, like all iPhones, high RAM power is not required so we should see at least 2GB of RAM. For storage, it might go either 32GB or 128GB. We don't expect the camera to be that premium either, so it will be featuring a 12MP primary camera and a 5MP FaceTime front camera.

So that's about it, Keep in mind that everything we wrote here is just purely speculation. Know anyone who still prefers a compact small phone like the iPhone SE? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


Could these be the Samsung Galaxy S10E, S10 and S10+? Are those dual punch front cameras?

As we get ready for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S10 series release at the Unpacked event on 20 February 2019, serial leakster @evleaks strikes again with some renders of what could be the Samsung Galaxy S10E, Samsung Galaxy S10 and Samsung Galaxy S10+. Quite clearly, it seems like something from a case maker, but it also reveals the camera bar design on the back with the glaring absence of any rear fingerprint readers, even for the dual rear camera packing Galaxy S10E. Could this mean, they'll all have in-display fingerprint sensors or will they just rely on face unlocks?

The renders also reveal triple rear cameras for the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10+ and while the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10E appear to have single hole punch Infinity-o displays, the Galaxy S10+ seems to have dual punch front cameras as well. No other tech specs or features were revealed, much less Malaysia release dates or Malaysia pricing details, but Samsung is expected to introduce 5G with the Galaxy S10 smartphones.

The super pricy foldable Galaxy smartphone is also expected along with Snapdragon 855 chipsets powering the top 2 Galaxy S10 smartphones. However, since we've never seen Qualcomm chipsets for Samsung's flagships here in Malaysia, we expect we'll get some new equivalent Exynos chipset. As always with such leaks, do take it with a pinch of salt, but Evan Blass or @evleaks is usually quite accurate about these things. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for all the latest in tech.


Could these be the final design of the vivo S5 and vivo V17?

Recently, images of the vivo S5 and vivo V17 has recently been posted on gizmochina.com which showcases what seems to be the final design of both smartphones. Surprisingly, both smartphones come with a diamond-shaped camera module in the rear which houses the 48MP camera and more.

Starting off with the vivo V17, the image shows that the device comes with a hole punch notch which houses the front-facing selfie camera at the top right of the display. Not only that, it seems that it comes equipped with an in-display fingerprint sensor due to the fact that there is no sign of a physical fingerprint sensor found on the device.

Tech spec-wise, there is no information in regards to the chipset the vivo V17 comes equipped with. However, gizmochina.com has mentioned that it is expected to come with 8GB RAM, 128GB of internal storage, 48MP main camera as well as a 4500mAh internal battery.

The vivo S5, on the other hand, seems to have the same design as the vivo V17 mentioned above. The only difference is the placement of the camera sensors, which is housed in the diamond-shaped camera module. Also, rumours have mentioned that it comes with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 712 chipset, 8GB of RAM, up to 256GB internal storage and a 4010mAh internal battery.

As for the camera, TENAA stated that the S5 comes with a 48MP + 8MP + 5MP + 2MP rear camera sensors while the front has a 32MP front-facing selfie camera. With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt as vivo did not provide any official statement on both the smartphones mentioned.

Would you be interested in getting the vivo devices mentioned as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates such as the Malaysia release date and local pricing, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could these be the live images of Samsung's Galaxy S20 series?

A bunch of images regarding the Samsung Galaxy S20 series has been spotted on sammobile.com, showcasing what looks like the back of the smartphones. The devices that were shown in the image solidifies the rumour that there will be three variants, which includes the base model S20, S20 Plus as well as the S20 Ultra.

In terms of the display size, the smallest of the bunch will sport a 6.2-inch display while the Plus and the Ultra variant will come equipped with a 6.7-inch and 6.9-inch respectively. As of now, there is no official information in regards to the Malaysia release date, complete tech specs and local pricing of the aforementioned smartphone for now.

Do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement in regards to the leaked images. Would you be interested in getting the Samsung Galaxy S20 series as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could these leaked renders be the final design of the Pixel 6 Pro?

It seems that digit.in recently uploaded a video on their YouTube channel showcasing what looks like renders of the Google Pixel 6 Pro smartphone. While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date, it does give us a better idea of what to expect when it is officially available in the global market.

Looking closely at the renders, it seems that the Google Pixel 6 Pro will come equipped with a 6.67-inch display, and it will have a periscope camera at the rear alongside 2 other image sensors. In addition to that, it seems that our source mentioned that it is highly unlikely that Google will be releasing a Pixel 6 XL, which is a bummer for those who favour a much larger screen.

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

What are your thoughts on the Pixel 6 Pro so far? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could this be ASUS' upcoming ZenFone smartphone?

Recently, there was a leaked image that surfaced on slashleaks.com, which showcased what seems to look like the upcoming ZenFone smartphone. Based on the image, it seems that the upcoming ZenFone smartphone is expected to come with a square camera module with a triple-camera setup embedded in it.

With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt due to the fact that ASUS has yet to provide and official statement in regards to the leaked image. Not only that, but there is no official news in terms of the Malaysia release date, complete tech specs and local pricing for now.

Do you think this is how the upcoming ZenFone smartphone will look like? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could this be a leaked hands-on video of the iPhone 11 Pro?

A leaked hands-on video of what we suspect to be the iPhone 11 Pro, has made an appearance earlier just now on Youtube. Based on the video, we can clearly see that the rear of the alleged iPhone device has a square module towards the top corner with three camera module as well as an LED flash.

On the flip side, the front of the device still has the bar-style notch at the front. The notch houses what we suspect to be the front-facing selfie camera, the flood illuminator for FaceID functionality. Unfortunately, we did not get a bare view of the device as it was housed in a casing.

With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt as Apple did not confirm nor deny any claims that the device in the video is actually the iPhone 11 Pro. Do you think the upcoming iPhone would look like this? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could this be how the Samsung Galaxy S21 series could look like?

It seems that a bunch renders regarding the Samsung Galaxy S21 series may have been spotted on letsgodigital.org, which gives us a better idea on what to expect when the series gets unveiled early next year. Other than what was shown, there is no official news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs of the smartphone for now.

However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. Not only that, due to the fact that the renders were made by a third-party, it might not reflect the final design of the new Galaxy series.

What are your thoughts on the renders of the Samsung Galaxy S21 series? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could this be how the upcoming iPhones could look like?

It seems that a bunch of concept renders regarding the Apple iPhone M1 might have been spotted, giving us a better idea of what to expect from Apple in the future. While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date, it does give us a better idea of what to expect if it were to be available globally.

Based on the renders, it seems that the iPhone M1 has a small cut out at the top left of the display. The top right of the display, on the other hand, is where the front-facing selfie camera and FaceID sensors are located.

Judging by the name, it seems that the smartphone in question is also expected to come equipped with Apple’s M1 chipset similar to other Apple products such as the MacBooks. However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Apple has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for now. What are your thoughts on the concept renders of the Apple iPhone M1? Let us know ono ur Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could this be the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 we've been waiting for?

A leaked image has recently surfaced on Geekbench, showing benchmarks for a chipset from Qualcomm called Kona. We suspect that this could be the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset, which is expected to be installed in most flagship smartphones in the year 2020.

Based on the benchmarks, it seems that the chipset has managed to score 12915 points, which is about 15% higher than that of the Snapdragon 855+. Other than that, there is not much info such as which smartphone will come with the chipset embedded as well as the pricing of it.

Qualcomm will most likely reveal more information about the Kano chipset in their next annual developer conference. Do you think this is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset we’ve all been waiting for? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


A Two-Factor Authentication is now required to claim free games on Epic Games Store

Among the gaming platforms, Epic Games Store is one of the regular platforms that consistently give away free games during the MCO. Over the past few weeks, they have given us Just Cause 4, Assassin's Creed Syndicate, Dark Siders series, World War Z, and many more. However, the company has implemented a Two-Factor Authentication for every user to claim free games for now.

The Two-Factor Authentication won't be forever, as it will only end on 21 May 2020. According to their news post, they just want to encourage the gamers to have better security on their Epic account. So starting from now onwards until the said date, you will start to see the Two Factor Authentication Required message before claiming a free game.

To enable your this authentication security, you can visit your Epic Games account settings here and choose whether you want to receive it from the app, phone number or email. We know, it's a hassle to do this but better to be safe than sorry.

Epic Games' next free game is Amnesia: The Dark Descent that's coming quite soon today so do keep a lookout on that. Stay home, stay safe, and stay tuned for more free game giveaway news at TechNave.com.


Could this be the RedMi Note 5 on TENAA?

A brand new XiaoMi device has been spotted on TENAA which could very well be the highly anticipated Redmi Note 5.

According to the renders on the TENAA listing, the device codenamed MET7 and MEE7 appears to have a single main camera setup, a round fingerprint scanner and of course a full-metal back case; which is highly peculiar since most rumours so far has pointed out that the RedMi Note 5 will have a dual-camera. Maybe the dual-camera version is on a higher-spec RedMi Note 5 Pro?

As for the listed specs (according to GizmoChina), the Redmi Note 5 is listed to sport a 5.99-inch TFT display with a 2160 x 1080p resolution and of course, the 18:9 ratio configuration. A 2.0GHz octa-core processor runs the show with a 12MP main camera and a 5MP front camera. Pretty standard so far for a mid-ranger but wait – the Note 5 is also listed with a whopping 4000mAh battery capacity and Android 7.1.2.

The alleged RedMi Note 5 is listed to come with different RAM and ROM configurations where it starts from a 3GB RAM and 32GB storage to 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. We’re also unsure of what chipset the Note 5 will have but it is reported to come with a Snapdragon 660 or a MediaTek Helio P25.

Now now, just because it’s on TENAA doesn’t mean these are the real deal, for all we know it could be a whole different device in the end. However, since its already listed on here, you can expect the Redmi Note 5 to go official sometime soon.

There has not been any news of its official release nor a Malaysian release date so far but we had an alleged price list of the phone that was leaked awhile back which stated that the phone will start from 999 CNY (~RM633).

What do you guys think? Is this the Note 5 or what? Regardless if you do or not, make sure to stay tuned TechNave.com for more juicy updates.


Could this be the Samsung Galaxy M60? Hands-on video leaked showcasing 48MP+16MP camera

A hands-on video has recently surfaced on Youtube, showcasing what seems to be the Samsung Galaxy M60. The smartphone in question comes equipped with a 48MP + 16MP rear camera setup, as well as a single front-facing selfie camera fitted in the waterdrop notch. In addition to that, it will also come with a capacitive fingerprint sensor in the rear instead of an in-display fingerprint sensor.

As far as we know, there were no prior leaks to the Samsung Galaxy M60. Not only that, but there is also no official information in regards to the Malaysia release date as well as the official local pricing of the device. Do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the subject. Do you think the Samsung Galaxy M60 will be released in India first? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could this be the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact on the bechmarks?

Look who decided to show up on GeekBench, another Sony phone. Listed under the codename Sony G8441, this new device is speculated to be the upcoming smaller version of the Sony Xperia XZ1, the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact according to GSMArena.

Based on the GeekBench page, the new Sony device is seen to be powered by the Snapdragon 835 processor complemented by a 4GB RAM and comes with the latest and greatest Android 8.0.

Additionally, the Sony G8441 was also spotted on another BenchMark platform, AnTuTu with similar specs except with the additional dual 8MP camera and a 1280 x 720p resolution which is a HD resolution.

Other than that, the XZ1 Compact is also speculated to have a small display of 4.6-inch and a 2800 mAh battery, hence the name ‘compact’.

What do you think TechNavers? Are you looking forward to this baby? Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more of the latest scoops.


Could this be the XiaoMi Mi Mix 2s?

This totally came out of nowhere, but leaked photos of an alleged XiaoMi Mi Mix 2s has leaked around Weibo according to the guys at GSMArena.

Not much context can be taken from these photos alone but all we know is, obviously it has an iPhone X-like cutout right on the top bezel. The edges are a bit wider than the iPhone X, which leaves more space for icons in the status bar. Other than that, the rest seems to be the same old trademark bezel-less Mi Mix screen.

However from what we know so far about cutouts on Android devices, Android Apps don’t work very well with them so we have to see how it plays out in the end.

Don’t get too excited just yet guys, no official Malaysian release or pricing has been spotted just yet and we have no way to verify if these images are even legit so do take these with a pinch of salt.

But what do you guys think though? Does this new design by XiaoMi speak to you? Leave a comment below to let us know! Stay tuned to Technave.com for the latest news and updates.


Could this be the Xiaomi Mi 10 Youth Edition 5G?

It seems that a bunch of leaked images related to the Xiaomi Mi 10 Youth Edition 5G may have been found on slashleaks.com, detailing the tech specs and design of the smartphone. Other than that, it seems that the aforementioned smartphone is expected to come equipped with a 6.57-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, up to 8GB of RAM and a 4060mAh internal battery.

Camera-wise, it will most likely have a 48MP main camera sensor in the rear, as well as a 16MP selfie camera at the front. However, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Xiaomi has yet to provide an official statement in regards to the leaked images.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date and local pricing of the Xiaomi Mi 10 Youth Edition 5G for now. Would you be interested in getting the device as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could this be the final design of the HONOR Watch Magic 2?

Just recently, several promotional images of what seems to be the upcoming HONOR Watch Magic 2 has been posted up on weibo.com showcasing what might be the final design of the smartwatch. Based on the image, it seems that the watch sports the familiar tachymeter scale on the outer rim, 2.5D glass as well as two physical buttons that the user would interact with.

Not only that but based on a statement by gsmarena.com, there will be a male as well as a female edition of the HONOR Watch Magic 2. The smartwatch is expected to be unveiled alongside the HONOR V30 in Beijing, China on 26 November 2019. With all that said, there is currently no official information in terms of the exact tech specs, pricing as well as the Malaysia release date for now.

Would you be interested in getting the HONOR Watch Magic 2 as soon as it is available in the Malaysian market? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could this be the final design of the Huawei Mate X2?

It seems that a user on weibo called Digital Chat Station recently uploaded a picture regarding the Huawei Mate X2, giving us a better idea on how the smartphone could potentially look like. Unfortunately, there’s no information in regards to the Malaysia release date and local pricing so you might want to check back with us on that in the near future.

Based on the leaked renders, the foldable display on the smartphone will not come with a display notch which typically houses the front-facing selfie camera. Instead, the selfie camera is located in a pill-shaped display notch facing on the secondary screen. As for the tech specs, not much has been confirmed yet but based on the rumours it seems that the device in question is expected to come equipped with a 50MP + 16MP + 12MP + 8MP rear camera, 16MP front-facing selfie camera, as well as a 4400mAh internal battery.

With all that said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Huawei has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. Would you be interested in getting the Huawei Mate X2 if it were to be available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could this be the final design of the Sony Xperia 10 III smartphone?

It seems that the design of the upcoming Sony Xperia 10 III may have been spotted on voice.com, giving us a better idea on what to expect when it is available in the global market. Unfortunately, there’s no news on the Malaysia release date so you might want to check back with us in the near future.

If you look closely at the renders of the smartphone, you’ll see that it comes equipped with a triple rear camera setup and a single front-facing selfie camera. Not only that, but it also comes equipped with a USB Type-C slot, 3.5mm audio cable slot, as well as a side-mounted capacitive fingerprint sensor.

However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact Sony has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the price and local release date of the Sony Xperia 10 III for now.

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


Could this be the final design of the iPhone 11 Max?

There was a video that was posted on Slashleaks.com, showcasing what seems to be an iPhone 11 Max clone. While there was no confirmation, whether this is how the actual iPhone 11 Max will look like. It does give us an idea of the overall design of the device, and how the square camera configuration is implemented into the phone.

Based on what we have reported previously, the cheapest variant of the iPhone 11 is expected to cost around USD750(~RM3114) while the most expensive iPhone 11 Max, on the other hand, could cost around USD1200(~RM4982). In addition to that, the upcoming Apple smartphone will come without the 3D Touch feature. It’ll instead come with a triple camera configuration in the rear, which was showcased in the leaked video.

As of now, there is not much info regarding the official pricing, tech specs and the Malaysia release date of the upcoming iDevice. Do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, as there were no official statement by Apple in regards to this matter. What do you think of the square camera setup? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could this be the foldable iPhone of your dreams?

Apple had already confirmed that we wouldn’t be seeing a foldable iPhone any time soon but that doesn’t stop most of us from dreaming. Caviar definitely did dream and created this double folded concept of a foldable iPhone, dubbed the "iPhone Z".

The device was shown to be able to fold twice with a 10.4 inch flexible display and a triple rear camera setup. When the device is folded, it will have a 20:9 aspect ratio with a bezel-less Super Retina HD screen. When unfolded, it will change into a 3:2 aspect ratio screen.

Depending on how you fold the device, it put you in different modes. The first one is the selfie mode where you use the selfie camera with one of the folded screens, then there’s table mode which enables when it is fully open, showing off its 3876 x 2758 display. When folded like an L shape, you can use the device like a laptop with one side showing the screen and the other the keyboard. The device will change modes according to how the device is placed and folded and will transition seamlessly thanks to the iOS.

Camera-wise, it will feature a triple camera setup with 15MP sensors. Other than that, some tech specs and other features that can be found will be an on-screen fingerprint scanner with Touch ID and a USB-C port. Caviar, being a company that shows off luxury, also notes the presence of 90 diamonds placed on the body of the device which can be found when the device is folded in particular ways.

The iPhone Z is the name given to this device presumably due to the fact that it can be folded into a Z shape. We may never see this device in our lifetime which is probably a good thing as this device may set you back about USD$3000 (~RM12408). But is this really what you envisioned a foldable iPhone to be? For the latest news and updates, stay tuned to TechNave.com!


12.9-inch iPad Pro with mini-LED display launching in March 2021?

When you talk about tablets, most people would agree that iPads make the best options. Last year, it was rumoured that there would be one with a mini-LED display, and it seems it could be coming soon. Sources claim that Apple could launch it as soon as March 2021.

According to MacOtakara (via Wccftech), Apple will launch a new 12.9-inch iPad Pro around that time. It's not only expected to come with a mini-LED display but also a slightly thicker body than its predecessor. Allegedly, there will be some design changes such as a change to the speaker's position, which could explain why the body is thicker.

The thicker body does mean that the camera bump for the tablet won't be as pronounced. It's noted that only the 12.9-inch will feature a mini-LED display, while the 11-inch model will retain the ProMotion LCD. As for the chipset, all models are expected to be equipped with the A14X Bionic chipset, 5G connectivity, and the U1 Ultra Wideband chip.

If the March 2021 launch window is accurate, we should see more details appearing in the coming weeks, perhaps as early as CES 2021. But besides the above, what other improvements would you like to see from this year's iPads? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates on this.


A "Wei" To Christmas Guide by Huawei

Having trouble what to get for your friends and family? Fret not, Huawei is here to help with a “Wei To Christmas Gift Guide” (you see what they did there?). The list below will assist you on which of the devices are suitable for your friends and family, so without further ado...

If you know someone who’s a huge Android fan, the Huawei Nexus 6P is the one. Regarded as one of the best Android smartphones, this device is perfect for playing games and watching movies. Protected by a Corning Gorilla Glass 4, he or she won’t have to worry about the screen getting scratched at any Christmas or Year End parties. Aside from having a USB Type-C port for fast charging, let's not forget it also sports a 12.3MP Sony IMX377 Exmor R sensor that has large 1.55 µm pixels and an f/2.0 aperture lens that captures more light, producing stunning details and sharp images even in low-light conditions. And to make it perfect for taking the “moment” with friends and family, the Google Camera app offers an unlimited storage on their cloud.

The Nexus 6P is priced at RM 2698 and comes in two colour choices – Aluminum and Graphite.

So what about the Huawei Mate S? This elegant device is tailored to those who have class and fashion, inspired by the art of balance of a stone arch bridge, it’s designed to comfortably fit into a user’s hand, providing them comfort in mind and ease of use.

Covered beautifully with 2.5D Corning Gorilla Glass 4 and 99.5% premium aviation grade aluminum, the detailed curved back of the Mate S is strong, light, thin and smooth to the touch with the phone’s matching-coloured antenna and metal shell. Not only the outer shell of it is flawless, but so as the pictures it can take. Able to producing high-quality pictures that include contrast, textures and distinctive tonality settings, the 13MP rear camera mimics the likes of a DSLR with manual adjustments for ISO, exposure compensation, exposure time, white balance, focus and many other functions. And for convenience sake, Knuckle Sense 2.0 allow users to quickly screenshot by circling the screen with the knuckle or obtain a full screenshot by double tapping on the screen. The feature also allows the user to open certain apps with a knuckle to slide letters.

Both the Huawei Mate S Prestige Gold and Rose Gold are priced at RM2698. Huawei is also currently offering consumers a hands-on experience of the Huawei Mate S by hosting a Huawei Mate S Free Trial Campaign, if you’re interested visit www.weitomates.my.

In 2015, we undoubtedly saw a lot of smartwatches. But the Huawei Watch stands out the most, offering fans and customers different interchangeable stylish strap choices - stainless steel links, black plated stainless steel links and black leather, it also has over 40 watch face designs ranging from classic, luxury, business, modern and simple aesthetics. A great accessory for active sportsperson and those who embraces both traditional and modern wearables.

The Huawei Watch is compatible with any smartphones running Android 4.3 or higher and iOS, it’s able to receive SMS, email, calendar, app and phone call notifications. It tracks your fitness levels as well, equipped with a heart rate monitor sensor, 6-Axis motion sensor, and barometer sensor that automatically detects and tracks in real-time on whatever the user is doing. Calories count,  heart rate, climbing height, steps taken and distance traveled can be reviewed in the user’s smartphone, the Huawei Watch is a timeless piece worth surprising for your loved ones this Christmas.

The choices of Huawei Watch are available as below:

When it comes to simplicity, the Huawei P8 is the right choice. A device that shouldn’t be missed out in the Christmas guide, it’s easily accessible to a new generation of smartphone users. The body is ultra-thin (7.7mm only) so it’s great for single-handed operations. It also an F2.0 aperture, 7mm micro lens and a 28mm wide-angle function for the rear camera, whereas the front facing camera uses a 22mm wide-angle lens with 1.4m pixels that reach out to an 88-degree frame area. But perhaps the best feature of it is the ultra-fast 4G LTE Cat4 connectivity, it allows the user to download speed up to 150Mpbs.

Another worthy device would be the Huawei G8, it’s a love letter to those who loves taking pictures especially selfies. It features a 28mm wide-angle lens, anti-vibration, RGBW sensors, personalized filters, high-motion flashlight, and Huawei G8 Beautification technology, where users can capture clear and vivid pictures even in low lighting conditions.

Young smartphone users or those who are looking for a good deal should consider these two smartphones. The Huawei P8 Lite has two colour choices; Black and White, which is priced at RM899. The Huawei G8 on the other hand, is priced at RM1499 in Space Grey & Mystic Champagne.


Could this be the full tech spec of the realme X9 Pro?

Based on a statement by a user on Weibo, it seems that the full tech specs for the realme X9 Pro might have been leaked, giving us a better idea of what to expect when it’s available in the local market. Upon closer inspection, the tech specs of the smartphone in question look to be very similar to the OPPO Reno 6 Pro Plus.

As for the tech specs, the realme X9 Pro comes equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 chipset, 8GB RAM, up to 256GB ROM, 6.55-inch 90Hz display, and a 4500mAh battery that supports 65W SuperVOOC 2.0. Camera-wise, the phone has a 50MP + 16MP + 2MP rear camera and a 32MP front-facing selfie camera.

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

Would you be interested in getting the realme X9 Pro as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could this be the hands-on pictures of the OnePlus Z?

A bunch of pictures of what seems to be the OnePlus Z has been spotted on slashleaks, which showcases the design as well as the display of the device. Based on what we’ve gathered from the images we found, it looks like the smartphone will come with a flat display instead of a curved display similar to that of the OnePlus 8 series.

Other than that, there’s not much information in regards to the tech specs and features that the OnePlus Z could come with. Do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that OnePlus has yet to provide an official statement about the leaked pictures.

Not only that, but there is also no news in terms of the Malaysia release date and local pricing for now. Would you be interested in getting the OnePlus Z as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could this be the leaked design of the Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro?

It seems that an image showcasing the case of the Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro might have been spotted, giving us a better idea on what to expect when is it officially unveiled globally. Unfortunately, other than the image of the case, there is no official information in regards to the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for now.

Based on the image, it seems that the Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro is equipped with a periscope camera alongside 3 other camera sensors in the rear. Other than that, do take the image with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Xiaomi has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

What are your thoughts on the design of the Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could this be the next Huawei Foldable Smartphone?

It seems that there are a bunch of patents relating to a Huawei Foldable device has been spotted on LetsGoDigital, which gives us a better idea on what to expect from Huawei in the future. Based on the image, it seems that the upcoming foldable smartphone could come with a foldable display as well as a separate smartphone display which is similar to the Samsung Galaxy Fold.

Not only that, but it seems that the aforementioned smartphone from Huawei might come with a camera module that’s located on the side with the regular display. With that said, it might be a little awkward when it comes to taking pictures of anything other than a selfie.

With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Huawei has yet to provide an statement in regards to the patent. There's also no news on the Malaysia release date and local pricing of the upcoming foldable smartphone for now. Do you think the patent will end up becoming a real product? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could this be the next generation Kirin 970 found in the Mate 10 teaser video?

The Huawei Mate 10 promos have been going on for a while and by now you should know that the Mate 10 will be unveiled on 16 October 2017 at Munich, Germany. However, according to PhoneArena, we may have missed something from one of their teaser videos.

If you look closely enough from the 14 second mark of the teaser video, you’ll notice the sloppily blurred out number from the Kirin processor.

Now whoever made this video is either lazy or is pouring extra sauce on the tease fries because this may be hint that the latest Mate device may have a brand new Kirin chip instead of the Kirin 960. It’s obvious that the latest Mate device will be the Mate 10 but there’s no reason to blur out the Kirin 960 so, a big thinker there.

Huawei is still keeping their lips sealed on the specs of the Mate 10 except the camera specs which was revealed to be a 12MP RGB + 20MP monochrome setup based on a previous coverage a week ago.

However don’t take my word for it, these are still merely rumours so remember to take it with a pinch of salt. For all we know it could be a Kirin 960s or something so let’s just sit back and wait for the official news but remember to stay tuned to TechNave.com to get the latest and greatest updates.


Could this be the packaging for the Redmi 5 Plus?

An image of a curious Xiaomi Redmi device packaging has just recently surfaced on Weibo in a trademark full-red box. If this leaked image is indeed legit, then we may be looking at the first clue on the next Redmi device, the Redmi 5 Plus.

According to Gizmochina, the Redmi Plus 5 suggests that it could be the higher-spec version of the Redmi 5 and will also most likely release a Redmi 5A budget version of the phone as well based on previous devices.

The Redmi 5A has also been allegedly spotted on TENAA so it could also suggest that the Redmi 5 might be showing its head very soon.

Xiaomi has been keeping their lips sealed on any sort of specifications of this device so not much is known except for a report that suggests the Redmi 5 will most likely feature a 5-inch display and will look like Redmi Note 5.

The Redmi 4X was launched with a pricing of 699 Yuan (RM450). Hence, the Redmi 5 Plus is speculated to cost around 899 Yuan (RM570) and the Redmi 5 may be priced around 799 Yuan (RM500). A real value for money indeed.

Word of warning guys, please do remember to take these with a pinch of salt as these are all extremely early rumours and be sure to stop by TechNave.com for the juiciest scoops.


Could this dual screen smartphone with RGB ring light be the vivo NEX S2?

Youtuber ‘Mrwhosetheboss’ received a ‘mystery smartphone’ to unbox on his channel. He was not allowed to show the full device as it was just a teaser but a few main features of the phone was hinted which led many to believe that it may be the vivo NEX S2.

One of the features of the smartphone that was mentioned is the secondary display on the smartphone which is placed on the back of the device. This eliminates the need for any bezels, notches or even cutouts on the main display of the phone, providing a seamless full display on the screen. The secondary display is said to be pretty huge according to leaks and selfies can be captured with the rear cameras of the device with the help of the secondary display.

Another feature that was mentioned and even shown on the video is called the ‘Lunar Ring’ which is a RGB LED ring light. This gives us the impression that the Lunar Ring may act like your typical ring light which helps enhance selfies and photos. In addition, Mrwhosetheboss mentions that the Lunar Ring may also flash to alert the user of any new notifications. Speaking of selfies and photos, the smartphone is equipped with a triple rear camera setup. So far, no other information is available about the camera, but the Youtuber did hint that the third camera may be a ToF sensor that can capture environments up to 3 meters away.

A leaked photo of the secondary display of the vivo NEX S2 which is pretty huge

The vivo NEX S2 should be announced very soon, next month to be exact. However, this is all hypothetical so do take this information with a grain of salt. To find out the true identity of the phone unboxed by Mrwhosetheboss, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave.com!


Could this foldable smartphone be vivo's gaming brand, iQOO's first phone?

iQOO, vivo’s gaming sub-brand is said to come out with premium and futuristic phone designs. Futuristic may be the keyword here as leaked images of a foldable phone has surfaced on the internet, said to belong to the sub-brand.

The smartphone looks like it can be folded in half outwards. The main, large screen that is placed outside can be used like a phone with dual screens on the front and back of the device when folded. From what it looks like, the device seems to have a solid edge to edge display, giving us from screen to body ratio.

From the renders, we don’t seem to see any areas where the camera and speakers for the device is placed. We can safely assume that the device may come with a UD fingerprint scanner and even an in-screen speaker. Maybe the company has developed an in-screen camera too (hard wishing)? For now, let’s just scatter some salt around as we take in this information. For the latest news on iQOO, rest be assured you’ll be among the first to know when you check out TechNave.com!


Could this folding smartphone with a stylus and sub-display be the HUAWEI Mate X2?

After the arrival of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2, we can't wait for HUAWEI to announce their next-generation of folding smartphones too. The HUAWEI Mate X is a serious competitor to the Galaxy Fold, so we're expecting the Mate X2 to live up to that standard as well. Now, it looks like the Chinese tech giant has already prepared for the fight with a patent of folding smartphone showing up.

The patent was filed back in 2019 with the CNIPA (China National Intellectual Property Administration) and published today. It reveals a folding device that comes with a sub-display and a stylus. Other than that, the sub-display also houses two cutouts for the selfie cameras. There will be a quad-camera setup at the back as well.

Rather than looking at the plain patent image, folks from LetsGoDigitial have made a more realistic render of the device. It looks like that the sub-display will be thicker than the primary screen. When it's folded, the thickness of the primary screen will be able to match the sub-display achieving a balance. To keep the stylus, there will be a space at the bottom of the sub-display for the purpose. It's also worth mentioning that there are no physical buttons in sight, with suggestions saying that the sub-display will cover the problem.

Let us know what you think about this patent of HUAWEI's folding smartphone on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting smartphone leaks.


Could this leaked hands-on pictures be the Nova 5i Pro?

A bunch of hands-on pictures of the alleged Huawei Nova 5i Pro has made an appearance on Slashleaks.com, which showcases a design which look a lot similar to the Huawei Mate 20 X. This is due to the fact that the camera system on the rear of the device is housed in a square-like configuration, as well as a capacitive fingerprint sensor just below it.

Based on a statement by gizchina.com, it seems that this device also goes by another name which is the Huawei Mate 30 Lite which has been covered previously alongside the HONOR 9X series. In terms of the tech specs and features, the alleged Huawei Nova 5i Pro is expected to come with the new Kirin 810 as well as 8GB of RAM. Not only that, but it also comes with a 32MP front-facing selfie camera and 4000mAh battery with 20 fast charging.

Do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, as there was no official statement by Huawei in regards to the device mentioned. Not only that, but there’s also no official news in regards to the Malaysia release date and local pricing. What do you think of the Huawei Nova 5i Pro so far? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


A Xiaomi Global Event coming soon in July, perhaps the Mi A2?

The teaser image on Xiaomi India Twitter account

While Xiaomi has released plenty of smartphones, they are not even close to wrapping up this year. Coming this July 2018, Xiaomi India's Twitter account has announced that there will be a Global event with a caption "Mi fans! Which country would you ❤ to go with @xiaomi for the next global event?" Quite a teaser there by the company, but the most important question is what device will be unveiled next?

If we rewind a bit to last year at this time, that was when the Mi A1 phone was first introduced as the first Xiaomi Android One device and it was indeed a popular phone. With this, we have strong reasons to believe that the Mi A2 could be the next phone and recently, somebody found the Mi A2 listed on a retailer website in Switzerland revealing the shipment date on 8 August.

Besides that, previously there wasn't a lot of tech-specs rumours but that has changed now. According to sources, the phone will have a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 chipset as opposed to a MediaTek Helio P60 unit, riding on 3010mAh battery, a 4GB or 6GB of RAM with three different storage variants of 32GB, 64GB and 128GB, a 5.99-inch IPS LCD display in 1080p, and finally - a 12MP + 20MP dual rear camera along with a 20MP front camera.

Should the Mi A2 appear, it should also make its way into the Malaysia market since the current one is still quite popular. Until then, stay tuned for more Xiaomi news at TechNave.com.


Could you use your phone as your IC? Germany thinks you may.

Germany plans on taking full advantage of the iOS 13 by allowing users to store their ID cards(IC cards for Malaysian), on their iOS device which allows the user to perform various authentication process without the need to pull out their wallets. This is similar to how debit/credit cards can be stored on a smartphone, which then can be used to perform various transactions.

Similar to how debit/credit cards will require apps like Samsung Pay and Apple Pay to function, the German government will be releasing the AusweisApp2 to provide several functions to the ID cards needed for authentication.

Now here’s the big question, will we be able to see a similar system like this in Malaysia? The short answer is yes. But if you take a look at the bigger picture, deploying these kinds of system takes a very long time as well as a lot of effort.

It’ll be interesting to see this in Malaysia, due to the fact that it will be much more convenient to take out our phone to authenticate our identity than to dig through our card-filled wallet for our identification cards. Let us know on our Facebook page if you are interested in seeing a similar system deployed here, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Crash Bandicoot 4 might have finally been confirmed!

It seems that Crash Bandicoot 4 might have been confirmed, due to the fact that the listing was spotted on the Taiwan Digital Game Rating Committee. Other than the box art and game description on the website, there is not much known in regards to the game for now.

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

With all that said, would you be interested in playing Crash Bandicoot 4 as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Crazy demonstration video of PS5 DualSense controller showed up on the Internet!

Sony PlayStation 5 is no doubt one of the hottest topics of the year in the gaming field. After hearing all of its powerful tech specs, everyone is now waiting to see how the gaming console is going to look like when it's announced. Earlier, Sony has already given us a taste by revealing the design of the DualSense, but we still don't know what features the controller will bring when in action. Just yesterday, someone posted up a video showing the interactions with the controller, and it's awesome plus somehow unrealistic.

In the video, the person is playing Fortnite with a DualSense look-alike controller. During the game, you can see the used-to-be touchpad has become a screen displaying information like a map, heath bar, and other stuff. Later, the person continues to expand the controller and reveal two sides of screens which are touch-able to select the weapons. Other than that, you can also see the buttons have changed showing options for you to interact with the game. The whole demonstration video has hyped us up and we really wish it is real!

Furthermore, the price of the DualSense controller has also been leaked as it is said to be sold at 59.99 USD (~RM259). We hope that the price is going to bring all the features that we've seen in the video too. The PlayStation 5 is expected to be launched on 20 November but Sony hasn't officially announced any information yet, the same goes for the demonstration video and the price. Therefore, take all these rumours with a pinch of salt and we'll eventually get the gaming console later this year.

Let us know what you think about the rumours of the PS5 on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more viral gaming news.


Creative Technology returns to Malaysia, releases five audio products starting from RM99

If you're looking for an alternative audio product, fret not, Creative Technology has made a return to Malaysia after a long hiatus and in case you've never heard of them, they were well known for its Sound Blaster brand and longtime fans can expect a range of Creative products over the next few years.

Sound BlasterX Katana (left) and Outlier Sports (right)

Of course, they didn't come back empty-handed, they brought some new toys for the audiophiles to enjoy namely - Sound BlasterX Katana (RM1299), Outlier Sports (RM299), iRoar Go (RM849), MUVO 2c (RM199) and the NUNO micro (RM99). To sum up each of the aforementioned audio products here - the Sound BlasterX Katana is a multi-channel gaming sound bar with immersive Hi-Res audio and beautiful LED lights, if you need an ultra-light wireless sweatproof in-ear headphones then the Outlier Sports is perfect.

Speaking of water-resistant stuff, the iRoar Go is another intelligent splashproof portable Bluetooth speaker with SuperWide technology, which can really produce a nice surround sound in an open environment, same goes for the MUVO 2c that are palm-sized water-resistant Bluetooth speakers with a built-in MP3 player. Last but not least, the NUNO micro is a portable fabric Bluetooth speakers.

Creative audio products are currently distributed by Convergent Distribution (M) Sdn Bhd and can be purchased from all IT Hypermarket at KLCC and IOI City Mall, Asashi Technology Sdn Bhd, IT STUFF Plaza Hartamas, as well as the CVG Online Store on Lazada and Shopee.

For more information about Creative products, visit their official website here or follow Creative Malaysia’s Official Facebook page.


Creators and podcasters can now earn money from Clubhouse Payments

Today, most people would know that Clubhouse is a platform where people get together to share ideas and an invite-only app on iOS. But today's new announcement is not about arriving on the Android platform yet but rather introducing Clubhouse Payments.

From the developer team's blog, Clubhouse Payments will be used as a tool to help creators financially and build up the community and audience. It's noted that Clubhouse will not even get a single cent in this new monetization feature, at most the user sending the money will be charged for a small card processing fee but to its payment processing partner, Stripe.

Currently, Clubhouse Payments is now being tested by a small group for the ability to receive payments in waves. Users can still send payments to their favourite podcasters but since it's just rolling out, users should be aware that there should be some work to do for the developers. The team hopes to collect feedback and refine the feature further.

To start sending payments, you just have to tap on the creator's profile and then tap "Send Money". You can enter any amount you like but first, make sure you have registered a credit or debit card. That's all, folks. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Cross-posting of Facebook Stories to Instagram via the Android app should be possible in the future

In its pursuit of expanding its reach, Facebook has been testing all kinds of features. The company has been focusing on Stories a lot in recent weeks, even in Facebook Messenger, with its latest undertaking being the cross-posting of Stories to Instagram. If the feature works, social media managers will have a little less work when managing the postings.

According to TechCrunch, the function was found in a test build of the Android version of Facebook by Jane Manchun Wong. When posting Facebook Stories, you can now tap on Privacy to see who gets to see what you're sharing. In the future, the option to 'Share To Instagram' will be added here. By toggling this one, cross-posting of Stories to Instagram will be enabled.

The feature is still in the testing stage, so obviously you won't be able to see the option in the app right now. Hopefully, this feature will come sooner rather than later. Having said that, how many of you would love to have cross-posting from Facebook to Instagram as soon as possible? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


CrucialTek from South Korea patents a display integrated fingerprint sensor

Biometric sensors are usually located on home buttons like in the Apple iPhone 6 or the Samsung Galaxy S5. This forces companies to increase the space below the display so as to accommodate the fingerprint sensor on the button. However, CrucialTek from South Korea has come up with a better solution. The company recently patented a new technology which allows biometric sensors to be embedded directly in the touch screen panel. Once this tech is incorporated in smartphones, users will no longer have to rely on different areas for fingerprint recognition as the touchscreen itself will act as a sensor. This will save a lot of space, especially at the bottom where the sensor is located on the home button. A similar tech was expected to feature in the Galaxy S5 and the Galaxy Note 4, but that just didn't happen. As CrucialTek just received the patent, it seems doubtful that we'll see it come in the Galaxy S6 as this is set for release in the next few weeks. However, you can expect future launches, like the Galaxy Note 5 to feature this new age fingerprint module. Apple too is said to be experimenting with a similar technology and even recently patented it. Of course there are no exact Malaysia release dates but we expect such devices to appear later in the year.


Crunchyroll Premium membership fee reduced drastically, starting from RM9 per month only

Ah...Crunchyroll, the OG website for streaming thousands of anime shows. You must be thinking that the new subscription pricing is insane and we agree too. The Crunchyroll management just announced that its Premium membership fee has been reduced in almost 100 countries including Malaysia.

A quick trip to the Premium membership page will let you see that the starting fee is just a measly RM9 per month. If you top up slightly to RM11 per month for the Mega Fan package, you would get the same features as the Fan package but with an extra 'Offline Viewing' function. Then for those who decided to go for an annual fee, it's just RM110 per year with a 16% discount on each month.

For your reference, the Premium membership fee used to start from RM30+ per month. Besides that, many other countries are getting a huge price slash as well. This includes India with a new 99 Indian Rupees from 9.99 USD, the United Kingdom with 5.99 Pounds from 7.99 Pounds and many more. Unfortunately, the USA and Canada aren't in the list.

If you are an anime fanatic and watch anime shows regularly, this is pretty much the perfect plan for you. Enough said. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Crunchyroll officially acquired by Sony for $1.175 billion

If you don't know what Crunchyroll is, it's basically an online streaming platform for anime and one of the most reputable websites for legal viewing. With that said, the brand has been acquired by Sony for a whopping $1.175 billion! So why is this a big deal, you ask?

Well, as mentioned earlier you can think Crunchyroll as the equivalent of Netflix and this official anime streaming service was in the business years before the latter was born. Through the words of Sony Pictures CEO, Tony Vinciquerra, the acquisition of Crunchyroll is meant to help the company to "deliver outstanding content" to the users and fans globally. Alongside Funimation (which they also acquired two years ago), and partners at Aniplex and Sony Much Entertainment Japan, Sony plans to "create the best possible experience" for us and "a greater opportunity for creators, producers and publishers in Japan and elsewhere.”

From the last sentence in his quote, it sounds quite similar to what Netflix is currently doing as the company is also assisting directors and producers on original shows. For the record, Crunchyroll already has 3 million subscribers and over 90 million registered users in more than 200 countries. They got the number, now they just need the execution from Sony.

We think this won't change Crunchyroll's direction much but there could be a chance of seeing some more original content that is commissioned by Sony. Oh well, we shall see. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Crypto scammers hacked the Twitter accounts of Apple, Bill Gates, Elon Musk and more

It always pays to be careful on the internet these days, something that a few famous people might want to remember. Earlier today, several high-profile Twitter accounts were hacked and started spreading a cryptocurrency scam. Twitter soon responded by temporarily blocking these verified accounts from sending Tweets.

According to TechCrunch, the cryptocurrency scammers targeted these account as they have millions of followers that can be scammed. The scam Tweet could contain messages promising to double up on any donation and sending it back to those who donate via bitcoin. Sounds too good to be true, but the scammers just need a fraction of these followers to fall for the scam to profit.

We are aware of a security incident impacting accounts on Twitter. We are investigating and taking steps to fix it. We will update everyone shortly.

The Twitter accounts that were hacked included those for companies like Apple, Uber, and Wendy's, as well as well-known people like Elon Musk, Joe Biden, and Bill Gates. As a temporary measure to the issue, Twitter took down the scam URL in the tweets and temporarily disabled the accounts from sending tweets. Most accounts should be able to tweet again by now, but if you found yourself unable to then your account may still be affected.

Have you seen scam messages like these? If you did, do report them to Twitter and warn others about it. With that said, what security measures do you have in place to secure your online accounts and how should companies improve on them? Share your thoughts with us on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


A Xiaomi Mi Mix tablet could arrive alongside the upcoming Mi Mix 4

As previous rumours suggested, the long-awaited next-gen Xiaomi Mi Mix device could finally arrive this year. Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun has also been actively teasing us by posting pictures of a concept smartphone that is highly possible to be the next-gen Mi Mix device. However, the latest source has claimed that not only we'll be seeing the Mi Mix smartphone, but there could be a Mi Mix tablet as well.

The news was leaked by one of the company's executives named Wang Teng Thomas on Weibo. Other than revealing the news, he mentioned nothing else regarding the tablet. Since it's not a standard Xiaomi tablet but it's from the Mi Mix series instead, we are expecting the device to have extremely thin bezels, and quite possibly an under-display camera.

Xiaomi Mi MIX tablets could launch soon.#xiaomi pic.twitter.com/LfpLnzPprP

For the smartphone, it is rumoured that it will have an under-display camera as well. Looking at the pictures shared by the CEO, the device could also have a waterfall screen and come without any ports to give off a futuristic vibe. For now, it is still unsure when the device will be launched but we guess that it's close!

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


Crysis Remastered on the way for PC, Playstation 4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch

It seems that more gaming publishers are hopping on the bandwagon of remastering or remaking their old games. Resident Evil 3 and Final Fantasy VII Remake were just recently released, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is coming soon at the end of April, and Command and Conquer Remastered is set to release in June. In this latest news, Crytek have officially announced a Crysis Remastered is in the works.

Prior to the announcement, there were a few teasers here and there on their Twitter account. The Crysis Remastered website was even online at one point then got taken down quickly, but what comes online stays online. Anyway, the official Crysis Twitter account also confirmed that the remastered will be available on the PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and even the Nintendo Switch, which is weird because we aren't sure if the console can even support such intense graphics that game was known for.

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For those who are too young to remember (or know), Crysis was a popular first-person shooter game created by Crytek. Players get to play a soldier wearing "nanosuits" that allows them to kick ass with enhanced strength, speed, defence and cloaking abilities. Thanks to the first game's popularity, a spinoff and trilogy series followed suit which we last saw in 2013. Also, it was one of the games used for testing PC graphics.

There is little information about the remastered game's debut, but you can head on to the official website here and subscribe for more information. Are you excited about Crysis Remastered? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned for more gaming news at TechNave.com.


Crysis Remastered will launch on 23 July 2020, gameplay trailer premieres 2 July

Back in April, it was announced that Crytek was going to remaster Crysis for modern PCs and consoles. We've now got some exciting updates on Crysis Remastered, as the developer has set up a YouTube gameplay trailer that will premiere at midnight of 2 July 2020.

According to TechSpot, the launch date of Crysis Remastered has also been revealed already. Allegedly, the Microsoft Store for Australia had shown that the game will be available on 23 July 2020. The page has since been taken down, probably because it wasn't intended to go up yet, which suggests that the launch date could be accurate.

As a reminder, Crysis Remastered will be available on PC most likely on Steam, as well as for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch consoles. From what we know, the game should be a remaster of the first Crysis game and Crysis Warhead is not included. It's going to have higher-quality textures and graphical features though, so expect the game size to be huge.

The gameplay trailer goes live midnight tonight, so we'll probably find out then what Crytek has improved in the remaster. With that said, how many of you are excited for Crysis Remastered? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates.


Current Apple iPhone 7 Plus and other iPhone prices in Malaysia cut by up to RM450

As usual after a new Apple iPhone announcement, Apple Malaysia have cut the prices of the Apple iPhones currently being sold in on the Apple Malaysia Store. This price cut comes up to RM450 with the 32GB storage version Apple iPhone 7 Plus now costing RM3349 (previously it was RM3799). Other iPhones don't get as high a cut as the iPhone 7 Plus but there is still a slight price cut, making it the ideal time to get previous generation iPhones. We expect these prices to get slashed further the closer we get to the official Apple Malaysia Store selling the iPhone X, iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone 8 with more deals from various retailers but you shouldn't have to wait long as the new iPhones are expected in November or December 2017.


Current Huawei users can get the P50 Pro for RM200 off & a free pair of FreeBuds Pro

If you are a Huawei Member, listen up - Huawei Malaysia will be offering some promotional deals and gifts. Not only that, but you also have the chance to own a new Huawei P50 Pro with RM200 off. This promo will start on 26 March until 31 March 2022.

So how do you get the RM200 voucher for the P50 Pro? Well, first you have to have to be an existing Huawei P or Mate series user as well as the My Huawei App on your Huawei device. Make sure you are a registered member then you can just redeem it straight away on the app! It's super easy, barely an inconvenience. You may apply the voucher when you check out at the HUAWEI Official Website or HUAWEI Experience Store nearby you.

On top of that, Huawei Malaysia is also offering a pair of free Huawei FreeBuds Pro (worth RM699) with every purchase of the P50 Pro. If you would like to trade in your old device, you can do so with a Trade UP Program at the nearest Huawei Experience Store and enjoy RM300 off regardless of any trade-in device when you trade-in for the P50 Pro.

That's all, folks. Huawei Malaysia also said that getting the P50 Pro will grant you exclusive deals worth up to RM1199, while stocks last. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Current economy situation has caused a 9% drop for global phone shipments in Q2 2022

During the pandemic, the need for gadget devices increased as we were forced to be lockdown at home. However, it seems that the demand has decreased. According to Canalys, smartphone shipments went down 9% in Q2 2022 globally.

In the report, the Canalys Research Analyst said that there is an oversupplied of mid-range devices resulting in a pileup of inventories. The price adjustments due to the supply disruption and motherboard shortages have made many flagship customers to mid-range tier devices, and mid-range customers turn to entry-level devices.

Back to the chart, the graphs below show that brands such as Samsung and Apple's shipments have fallen considerably. While Xiaomi, OPPO and vivo are below them, they have a steady climb during the second quarter of this year. The analyst said that brands will have to change their strategy due to the recent inflation and low demands.

Canalys mentioned Samsung is doing well with its Galaxy A series which tallies with the analysis whereas the iPhone 13 series are still in high demand. Although Xiaomi, OPPO and vivo are still steady, it was reported that they are struggling in China. All in all, it has to do with the weakened demand from the population from the said inflation this year.

If you would like to read the complete analysis, you can visit the official web portal here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Curved 4K display Samsung SUHD TVs launched in Malaysia from RM9999

What does the "S" in SUHD TV stand for? Samsung says it could be Spectacular or Super but it's up to you to decide

Samsung Malaysia Electronics has just launched their Samsung SUHD TV range of curved display Ultra High Definition TVs for Malaysia. Based on a new nano-crystal technology the new SUHD TVs deliver brighter 4K display video and images with better clarity while maintaining the same energy efficiency as existing LED-backlit UHD TVs. In addition, each SUHD TV uses an intelligent SUHD re-mastering picture quality engine for seamless and high-quality upscaling from full HD 1080p to 4K resolutions. Available in 55-inch to 88-inch sizes, the Samsung SUHD range will include the JS9500 at 78-inches, JS9000 at 68-inches and JS8000 at 55-inches for now. The JS9500, JS9000 and JS8000 SUHD TVs will be priced at RM39999, RM24999 and RM9999 respectively. Prices are inclusive of 6% GST and they should be available starting from today, but if you're looking for a clearer explanation, there will be a roadshow at the Concourse in Pavilion Kuala Lumpur tomorrow.

The curved screen of the SUHD TVs offers immersive 4K resolution video while the 9.1-channel curved soundbar below it supplies the surround sound audio

The Samsung SUHD TVs feature chamfered edges with brushed metal bezels and look very thin and very sleek. Other stand-out features include the Smart TV which is powered by Tizen with plans for this version to be implemented in other Smart TV models soon. The remote control is motion sensitive, allowing you to use it effortlessly for both browsing the Internet or playing games. You can check out our hands-on of the controller but for the most part it feels well balanced and easy to use, much like a Nintendo Wii controller but with a curved and more ergonomic feel to it. Games and apps are also available with plans to include games like Minion Rush, Talking Tom and more. Other features coming to Smart TV users in Malaysia include Samsung Seasons which offers International TV shows for free trial at first and rent for the full season. Complementing the Samsung SUHD TVs is a 9.1-channel curved soundbar priced at RM3499.

Curved and comfortable the remote offers motion control much like a Nintendo Wiimote controller


Curved Display phone coming from Samsung in October 2013, could be Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Active?

Reports have come out saying that certain Samsung executives have noted that they may introduce a curved display smartphone in October. This probably means that it is finally time for the consumer level use of Samsung's Youm flexible display technology. The Youm, which was shown off at the CES 2013 is an OLED display that isn't made of glass which brings a number of advantages including durability and better energy efficiency. Since the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 remains the most well-known Samsung device at the moment, the likelihood of a Samsung Galaxy Note 3 version with a curved Youm OLED display is very high. Many rumours are indicating that we may see such a device called the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Active in October 2013 with tech specs and features probably similar to the Note 3 but with a waterproof chassis, although we still don't know anything about Malaysia release dates and pricing. With the only other major mobile device flexible display maker being LG and Samsung and LG recently coming to a mutual understanding it seems very likely that Samsung may reach another mobile device world's first very soon. The quote from Samsung and a refresher video of the Samsung Youm flexible display can be seen below:

"We plan to introduce a smartphone with a curved display in South Korea in October," D. J. Lee, Samsung mobile business head of strategic marketing


Customers can bring home a free DJI Tello from purchasing the #HuaweiMate20 series on the official launch day (27 October 2018)

With the recent pre-order of the Huawei Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro, Huawei Malaysia has announced that the flagship has already sold out on its online shop, Lazada as well as 3ex online website. We don't know how many units did they sell, though, but the popular demand is there and customers who couldn't get it can still wait for the official launch day on 27 October 2018.

That being said, the official launch day will be held in a number of locations - Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, Queensbay Mall Penang, and Aeon Mall Dato’ Onn Johor Bahru. Customers will be able to purchase the device on the spot during the roadshow and bring home some freebies, such as the DJI Tello for the first number of customers (depending on location, see picture below). In addition, customers who purchase the MateBook X Pro and MateBook D will receive a complimentary Huawei ANC Wired Earphone as well.

Selling for RM2799 and RM3599 respectively, the Mate 20 is available in black and blue, whereas the Mate 20 Pro comes in black, twilight and a new emerald green. The new Mate 20 series feature one of the first 7nm Kirin 980 chipset + dual Neural Processing Unit (NPU), along with a triple camera setup with Leica ultra wide angle lens, AI-enhanced filmmaking features. up to 40W SuperCharge technology and more. You can check out the full specifications from our coverage here.

The MateBook series pre-order is still on-going until midnight tonight (11.59PM) so there's still time. You can read the details about it here and stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Customers can now pay Seremban stall owners and hawkers with Touch 'n Go eWallet and more

YB Tuan Ng Chin Tsai, State Legislative Assemblyman, YB Chew Seh Yong, State Legislative Assemblyman, Ignatius Ong, CEO of TNG Digital Sdn Bhd, YB Tuan Anthony Loke Siew Fook, Member of Parliament of Malaysia for Seremban with some of the other Touch ‘n Go eWallet enabled merchants

While Malaysia is going into the trend of cashless lifestyle steadily, Touch 'n Go have announced that Negeri Sembilan has finally adopted the cashless transformation. Officiated by the Member of Parliament of Malaysia for Seremban, YB Tuan Anthony Loke Siew Fook, this initiative will enable multiple stalls and hawkers in key areas starting with Pasar Besar Seremban to use Touch 'n Go eWallet via QR code.

According to Ignatius Ong, CEO of TNG Digital Sdn Bhd, the company plans to start in Seremban first and soon, the entire Negeri Sembilan state to become a more connected and smarter city. This initiative, or also known as ‘Seremban Takeover’ campaign by the company, will soon eliminate the need for paper transactions or receipts, as well as enabling homegrown small merchants to stay relevant in the digital market landscape.

Ignatius Ong, CEO of TNG Digital Sdn Bhd, and YB Tuan Anthony Loke Siew Fook, Member of Parliament of Malaysia for Seremban giving an apron to a Touch ‘n Go eWallet enabled merchant in welcoming them into the cashless family

Ignatius Ong, CEO of TNG Digital Sdn Bhd, and YB Tuan Anthony Loke Siew Fook, Member of Parliament of Malaysia for Seremban showcasing the ‘Scan’ feature of the Touch ‘n Go eWallet used as a means of payment

On top of that, Touch 'n Go also struck a new partnership with EzCab to use their eWallet as a convenient and safer method to get around the city. To encourage the citizens to use that more, the campaign allows EzCab users to enjoy a discount of up to RM4.00 for any two (2) rides within Seremban when they pay the fare via Touch ‘n Go eWallet. The campaign has officially started today and will end on 15 March 2020.

Speaking of encouraging citizens to use eWallet as much as possible, there will be an official 'e-Tunai Rakyat' initiative by Touch 'n Go eWallet and the Government where Malaysians can receive RM30 starting 15 January 2020 onwards. How? Stay tuned for that at TechNave.com!


Customers now need to provide a 30 day notice before terminating your Unifi Subscription

A pop-up has recently appeared on Unifi’s official website that the customer is required to send in a 30 day notification prior to ending their subscription with Unifi starting August 2018. Based on the pop-up, you can give the 30 day notification either through their official website, live chat service on their official website, on their Facebook Page, Twitter, or through [email protected] email address. 30 days after termination notice, customers are required to head to the nearest TMpoint nationwide to follow up with the termination process. For more updates like these, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


A Xiaomi fan just bought himself over ~RM400k worth of Mi Home products

As you should already know by now, Xiaomi also makes plenty of home appliances and smart devices besides smartphones. In fact, the company already have its own ecosystem that is accessible for anyone on iOS and Android. From a smart TV to electric scooters, a Xiaomi fan just did the unthinkable and bought a bunch of Mi products at a Mi store.

According to a video shown on Douyin, there was a long receipt that showed 690,000 Yuan. That's around ~RM427,595 spent on Xiaomi products and what's more astonishing is that there were no coupons or red envelopes used during the purchase. It's not known exactly what Mi products were purchased but it's for the Mi Home setting and that's seriously one rich guy.

Sources also don't really know what was the man's motivation behind the mass purchase, so there could be various reasons. Maybe it's for Christmas? Who knows, but you probably never heard of other Xiaomi products so we actually came up with a list of unexpected products and you can check them out here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Customers to get a free RM100 voucher and more from purchasing the Apple iPhone XS, XS Max & XR on Lazada Malaysia

As most Apple Malaysia fans know, the official launch for the new iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and the iPhone XR and the Apple Watch Series 4 will commence on 26 October 2018 on Apple Flagship Store in Lazada. Customers can start to order as early as 8AM onwards and the first 200 customers (within Klang Valley only) who managed to purchase before 9AM will receive the new iPhone before 12PM. Those who make the purchase after 9AM can still receive on the same day.

In addition to that, whoever is the first customer to successfully purchase either one of the iPhone will also get a surprise visit by someone, we have no idea who is it but Lazada Malaysia will announce it on their Facebook page at 8.30AM (26 October 2018). All purchases will be covered with LazCare and there's also a complimentary RM100 voucher on Apple accessories (while stocks last). As for the Apple Watch Series 4, customers who purchase it will get a 10% off any watch strap as well as the magnetic charging cable (while stocks last).

We think there will be a high traffic on the website during the official launch day so be prepared! Stay tuned for more Lazada news at TechNave.com.


Customers who bought Google Pixel 6 Pro are not getting it until January 2022

Google finally launched a true flagship series a few days ago after deciding not to join the tense competition last year. Along with the Pixel 6 series, the company also introduced its first smartphone chip, Tensor. For so many reasons, the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are a pair of good flagship smartphones, and it leads to some customers who purchased the device might not be getting it until next year.

According to a report, a customer who purchased the Pixel 6 Pro might have to wait until January 2022 to receive it. On the other hand, the Pixel 6 will get delivered by the latest being 1 December. From here, you can see that the Pixel 6 Pro is more popular than its vanilla variant. Who doesn't love a better screen, a better camera setup and a larger battery capacity!

It's worth mentioning the Google still doesn't officially offer the Pixel smartphones in Malaysia. Luckily, you still can get the imported set starting from around RM2900 for the Pixel 6 to up to RM5000 for the Pixel 6 Pro 512GB variant. However, some attractive features of the devices might not work here.

If Google offered the Pixel devices in Malaysia, would you consider getting one as your new daily driver? Drop a comment to let us know and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


Customise your Telco plan just by doing this one thing

We are all different people with different tastes and different needs, and that’s just fine. These days, you can customise your own no-onion parmesan sandwich at Subway or decaf soy latte mocha frappucino from your nearest coffee joint. So why not customise your own Telco plan?

Thankfully, you can do so by subscribing with Yoodo, Malaysia’s 1st and only 100% digital Telco. It offers 100% customisable Telco plans you can customise according to your needs. Just download the app (available for both Android and iOS) and set the sliders for how much Data, Voice or SMS that you need.

Since Yoodo runs on Celcom’s widest 4G network, you’d think that with this level of premium connectivity and customisation it would be expensive, but it’s surprisingly affordable. For example, just 2GB of Data + 50 minutes of Voice + no SMS on Yoodo only costs RM17 a month!

The customisation doesn’t stop there as you can add-on affordable options as you want. If you are a heavy Facebook user you can add-on 20GB of Facebook for just RM5.  Have you ever seen such a great money-saving plan or package running on Celcom's widest 4G network for just RM22?

Have you ever heard of a RM22 plan running on Celcom's 4G network? We haven't but you can make one right on the Yoodo app with many more Add-ons available (WhatsApp, Netflix, etc.).

In addition, there's an ongoing ‘I Love Free Data’ promo where you can get 20GB of data absolutely free by purchasing at least 10GB of data. This promotion is ending on 29 February 2020 and time is running out fast. So if you've been waiting to switch to Yoodo, now is the time.

Every new Yoodo SIM can also get you exclusive Ang Pao packets for this Chinese New Year with their ‘Mali Mali Ong’ promotion. You'll also get 5GB Activation Bonus for the 1st SIM you activate. Ending on 8 February 2020, if you activate it with at least RM38 for Data, Voice or SMS you could stand a chance to win an RM38 Ang Pao too!

For more value and rewards, check out the Yoodo site. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more deals and promotions.


Customize your camera with Craft

A new company called Craft has announced their Craft Camera modular camera system that features swappable mounts which includes micro fourthirds (used by Olympus and Panasonic) as well as adaptors for Canon EF lenses for video shots that requires specific lenses. Check out the video below:

It also comes with other modular parts, including extra power, storage space, connectivity, control link, and LCD panel, among others. It can be configured to be a studio camera, as well as a full cinematography device by just adding or subtracting parts as needed. The full tech specs and other details are expected to be announced in a few months’ time.


Cybercriminals are using 'Coronavirus Maps' to steal sensitive information

Based on a statement by thehackernews.com, it seems that cybercriminals are utilizing a ‘coronavirus map’ to steal sensitive information such as passwords from any unsuspecting victims. The method in which they acquire such information is by tricking the users to download a software which is embedded with a malware called AZORult, which collects information from web browsers such as cookies, user ID, passwords and more.

With all that said, you should always make sure that any software that you’re download derived from a trustworthy source. Furthermore, one of the biggest red flag when downloading a document, image or video file is when the file extension ends in a “.exe” (such as corona-virus-map.com.exe or corona.exe).

What are your thoughts on cybercriminals taking advantage of the COVID-19 outbreak in order to steal sensitive information? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Cyberjaya becomes the first city in Malaysia to go cashless

In a collaboration between the Ministry of Finance Cyberview Sdn Bhd, as well as Payments Network Malaysia Sdn Bhd, Cyberjaya has become the first city in Malaysia to go cashless. The initiative which is called Cashless Ecosystem for Cyberjaya, which was originally introduced about two years ago, with more than 80% of the merchants adopting at least one e-payment solution.

Due to the number of e-wallet solutions that are available in Malaysia, Bank Negara Malaysia mentioned that they have developed the DuitNow QR, which allows merchants to accept payments from different e-wallets. Not only will this reduce the complexity when going cashless, but merchants and customers will also feel less overwhelmed.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on Cyberjaya going cashless? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Cyberjaya launches Malaysia’s first superfast 1Gbps internet

Malaysia’s proud model smart city Cyberjaya through Setia Haruman Technology Sdn Bhd has launched Malaysia’s first superfast, competitive broadband, Cyberjaya Broadband, to both businesses and homes throughout the city alike!

Among one of Prime Minister, Dato’ Sri Najib Tun Razak’s eleven initiatives announced during Cyberjaya’s 20th anniversary celebrations, this unprecedented superfast broadband offers an unlimited capacity and is able to host a high number of users at one go with multiple devices.

With this blazing internet speed, the broadband also cants as a test bed for high data usage of data transfer applications in the upcoming future. Multiple organizations in Cyberjaya has already subscribed for the service namely; the Malaysian Global Innovation and Creativity Centre (MaGIC) and the Cyberjaya University College of Medical Sciences (CUCMS).

As of right now, up to 1Gbps superfast broadband is available for subscription at RM399/month and offices for RM3499/month. Click here for more information on their main site.


Cyberpunk 2077 is getting a standalone Netflix anime series

When it comes to AAA games, you often see companies marketing it in various ways. With the release of Cyberpunk 2077 pushed back to 19 November 2020, CD Projekt Red (CDPR) wants to keep the hype going and has announced that Cyberpunk 2077 is getting a standalone anime series!

CDPR has announced that it will be partnering up with Netflix and Japan's Studio Trigger to create an anime based on Cyberpunk 2077. The animated series will be called "Cyberpunk Edgerunners" and the setting would be the Night City in the Cyberpunk 2077 game. However, the story itself will be completely new. There was no mention of whether characters in the game would make any cameos either.

In the announcement video, CDPR introduced the team that will be creating the anime. Well-known anime director Hiroyuki Imaishi (Gurren Lagann, Kill la Kill) will be directing the series, with Yoh Yoshinari (Neo Genesis Evangelion, Kill la Kill) working on the character designs. The anime series is slated for release in 2022 on Netflix.

So, what do you think about the news? Are you excited for Cyberpunk Edgerunners? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Cyberpunk 2077 to have more DLCs than Witcher 3, no aggressive monetisation for multiplayer mode

During the recent Nvidia GeForce RTX 30 series reveal, CD Projekt Red also released a trailer showing how ray-tracing would look like in Cyberpunk 2077. While that's not all that exciting, the developer has now unveiled more interesting news during its latest H1 2020 earnings call.

In the published transcript of the Q&A session between developer and investors, CD Projekt Red CEO Adam Kiciński confirmed that there will be more DLCs in Cyberpunk 2077 compared to The Witcher 3. He added that details about DLCs will be coming soon, which is when we'll get news on expansions and free DLCs. So far, the game is also on track to release on 19 November 2020.

Kiciński was also questioned on how the multiplayer mode of Cyberpunk 2077, expected to launch in 2022, would be monetised aggressively. This was quickly denied, with the CEO saying that there will be great things that people will be happy to spend on. It's a very vague answer, but we can probably assume that it will mostly contain cosmetic items.

CD Projekt Red has always been a trusted developer, so we can hope that they will continue to monetise their games fairly. With that said, what kind of DLCs and items would you be willing to spend on happily? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Cybersecurity Malaysia CEO urges Malaysians to say "No" to paying ransomware

If you or your company got targeted by ransomware, is there a way to recover your data, or should you pay the ransom? According to the Cybersecurity Malaysia CEO, the answer should always be 'No'.

According to The Star, Datuk Dr Amirudin Abdul Wahab was present at Cyber Security Asia 2023 in KL earlier today. He said we should avoid paying any ransom because it incentivises cyber criminals. Instead, he suggested Malaysians seek assistance from the authorities. Specifically, victims of cybercrime can contact the Cyber999 service under the Malaysia Computer Emergency Response Team (MyCert) for assistance.

For your info, ransomware refers to malware that blocks the victim's access to a database, application, or an entire computer until the cybercriminal gets a fee (the ransom). An example is the MOVEit Transfer security flaw, which has breached many companies globally. Cybersecurity recently released an advisory to alert Malaysian companies of this issue, as companies like Prudential Assurance Malaysia and Prudential BSN Takaful have already been affected.

Have you ever encountered ransomware or know of someone who did? What were the steps taken to resolve the issue? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned to TechNave for more tech news.


A Yale study proves that consuming Coke Zero Sugar often is safe, as long as not with carbohydrates

When you’re under flaming hot weather, getting a carbonated drink is definitely one of the options you can think of to get your thirst quenched. However, there are also people that will worry about the consequences after consuming those small cans of temporary happiness. For that, they will go to a safer choice which is getting those canned drinks that don’t contain sugar or calories. Now, a study from Yale University is saying that drinking Coke Zero Sugar will not bring major health effects to people, as long as you’re not consuming it with carbohydrates.

Coke Zero Sugar is made out of artificial sweetener including sucralose, which is a type of substitute sugar that is commonly used by diabetic patients and people who are trying to lose weight. The study from Yale University has found out that consuming the drinks alone will not cause any major health issues, but it is advised to not consume them with carbohydrates.

During the study, the research team noticed that sucralose alone will not have adverse health effects on people. However, when the same artificial sweetener is consumed together with carbohydrates, it will affect our neural responses and metabolism. Therefore, you might need to stop eating your fries after sipping your Coke Zero Sugar to achieve the result you want.

The debate on whether consuming artificial sweeteners will affect our health has been existing for a long time. With this study, it is still not enough to prove that we won’t be getting any health issues with large consumption of carbonated drinks made of artificial sweeteners. Therefore, we still want to remind you to take it easy when it comes to consuming any form of sugar.

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


Cyberview fostered collaborative learning and development through Minecraft tournament

Team Epsilon came in 1st place for the team-based tournament ‘GEM Castle’. The team comprised of members Muhammad Andrian Nazriel B. Khairul Nazman, Muhammad Johan Arief, Muhammad Firdaus B. Md Nasir, and Muhammad Ilyas B. Muhamad Hasbullah

On 26 November 2016, Cyberview Sdn Bhd has brought forth the first national Minecraft tournament for young talents called GEM PLAY. Under the Cyberview Living Lab Talent initiative, over 150 participants aged between 8 to 16 years old have joined the tournament and the winner of the singles tournament ‘GEM Island’ went home with RM2300 while total prize money for team-based ‘GEM Castle’ was RM4800.

“This tournament encourages collaborative learning, development, and sharing through games and coding for young talents. Seeing these kids participating in the games today shows how important it is to nurture these bright young minds, especially when we as a nation are working towards the development of Malaysia’s digital economy,” said Dato’ Faris Yahaya, Managing Director of Cyberview Sdn Bhd.

Mahadhir Aziz, Head of Cyberview Technology Hub Development Division during the prize giving ceremony with Muhammad Daniel B. Faizul Hidayat, champion of the singles tournament  ‘Survival on GEM Island’

Inspired by the ‘Hunger Games’, the GEM Island required players to defeat their opponents while avoiding death themselves by outthinking and act individually, while the GEM Castle required four players to build a castle incorporating elements such as traps, maze, and a complex structure to outbuild the opposing teams.

“Minecraft is a game that encourages creativity through critical thinking and through this tournament, we aim to create a Minecraft Community which would further solidify Cyberjaya and Malaysia as an up and coming market in the ICT and creative industry,” added Dato’ Faris.