The OPPO A77s and A57 now have new price tags at RM899 and RM729 respectively

Today, OPPO Malaysia just announced that the A77s and A57 will have a new recommended retail price with immediate effect. Compare to the original prices before, the slashed price is up to RM100.

With that, the A77s is now RM899 (originally RM999) whereas the A57's new price is RM729 (originally RM799). Do keep note that only the A57 (4GB + 128GB) is eligible for this new price tag. Interested customers may head over to their nearest My OPPO Space, OPPO Brand Stores, OPPO Official Online Store, OPPO Authorized Dealers or visit the OPPO Authorised Online Store, Chain Store Partners and E-commerce partners.

Both the OPPO A77s and A57 were launched in Malaysia this year, featuring a 33W SUPERVOOC fast charging technology for the 5000mAh battery. There is also a pair of Ultra-Linear Stereo Speakers to enhance their entertainment experience, as well as featuring OPPO-exclusive OPPO Glow design, which gives the back cover of the phone a subtle shimmering appearance.

To know more about the OPPO A77s and A57, you can check out the hyperlinks given here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


The OPPO A77s now supports up to 8GB of virtual RAM extension

OPPO Malaysia today announced that the OPPO A77s can now virtually double its RAM to 16GB. This is thanks to the company’s self-developed RAM Expansion technology that utilises algorithmic optimisation to unify RAM and ROM.

In a statement today, OPPO Malaysia said that the new feature allows users to access up to 8GB of virtual RAM instead of the previous 5GB limit. This will be available to new OPPO A77s out of the box and existing users of the smartphone through the latest OTA update. In order to get the latest update, users can follow these simple steps below:

With the new 8GB virtual RAM option, users are given the choice to adjust the volume of expansion with four adjustment levels. These include 1GB, 3GB, 5GB or 8GB of RAM extension, thus ensuring more data and multiple apps running in memory for a seamless user experience.

The OPPO A77s is available in Sky Blue and Starry Black colours with the recommended retail price of RM999. Make your way to the nearest My OPPO Space, OPPO Brand Stores, OPPO Official Online Store, OPPO Authorised Dealers or visit OPPO Authorised Online Store, Chain Store Partners and E-commerce partners to get your OPPO A77s today.

Awesome! For more information on the OPPO A77s, do visit OPPO’s official website here. As always, do stay tuned to TechNave for more tech news such as this.


The OPPO A9 2020 will launch in Malaysia on 18 September 2019, packing Dolby Atmos speakers

As reported about the new OPPO A9 2020 smartphone, we have gotten confirmation that the company is planning to launch it on 18 September 2019. Besides that, we also got some new tidbits of the tech specs, features and a new product ambassador.

While the price remains a mystery, we were surprised and intrigued that the A9 2020 will have a pair of stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos Sound Effects. With that, we can't wait to test it out on gaming, video and music playbacks to check out how well the 3D sound experience performs.

Besides that, the A9 2020 will sport a quad rear camera module that consists of a 48MP main sensor and a rather wide-angle lens of 119° for the 8MP secondary sensor. The camera user interface will also include Ultra Night Mode 2.0 and AI Beautification. For internal tech specs, we can confirm that there's 8GB of RAM, 128GB storage, and 5000mAh battery.

As for the new product ambassador, local artist Ayda Jebat was chosen once again by OPPO Malaysia. Stay tuned for the official launch news next week as we will be there to cover it, only at TechNave.com.

[Update] Check out the new OPPO A9 2020 features video


The OPPO A98 5G is officially launching in Malaysia soon

Today, OPPO Malaysia announced that the OPPO A98 5G will be arriving in the market soon. To hype up the arrival, the company is kicking off the A-Volusi Power OPPO A98 5G contest that is happening today onwards until 26 May 2023.

In this contest, participants have the chance to bring home amazing prizes and all they need to do is go to the contest post on OPPO Malaysia Facebook or OPPO Malaysia Twitter and answer the questions in the comment section. As you can see in the table below, you can easily win an OPPO Watch or Band by answering the questions. Just remember to insert the #OPPOA98_5G and #AvolusiKualitiUntukSemua too.

For your reference, the OPPO A98 5G is confirmed to pack a 5000mAh battery with a 67W SUPERVOOC charging technology, a 64MP AI main camera, and 256GB of storage, as well as a 120Hz refresh rate display. To know more about the contest terms and conditions, you can visit the official page right here or visit the OPPO A98 5G launch page here.


Apple allegedly developing OLED displays with LTPO for iPhones in 2021

The biggest factor to battery drain these days is the display. Displays tend to drain your battery faster the longer it's left on and it could get warmer over time. But Apple is reportedly looking to fix that for its iPhones, by developing panels with lower temperature and power consumption.

According to MacRumors, Apple's supply chain partners are looking to make OLED displays using LTPO technology. These are supposedly meant for iPhones that will be launched in 2021, which would mean the iPhone 13. Of course, if Apple goes mass-produce such panels, it's also possible that they might use it for next year's iPad Pro or MacBook computers.

For those who are unaware, LTPO stands for low-temperature polycrystalline oxide. An LTPO backplane can let individual pixels turn on and off, which result in greater power efficiency. To elaborate, not having the entire panel lit constantly is why the temperature for the panel can be lower and this translates to lower power consumption.

As usual, you'll have to take this news with a grain of salt. But with Apple looking to invest into a new factory in Taiwan for LED panels, we're bound to hear some official news soon. We'll keep an eye out for this for now, but until then stay tuned to TechNave.com for other news.


The OPPO F11 Pro is free under Celcom Mobile Platinum Plus postpaid plan.

With the OPPO F11 Pro making its debut soon on Tuesday (18 March 2019), Celcom has announced that they will offer the latest selfie smartphone for free if they sign up for the Celcom Mobile Platinum Plus plan. Besides that, there are other postpaid plans to choose from as well, this includes the Platinum, Gold Supreme and Gold Plus plan.

Should the customers choose the Platinum Plus postpaid plan, they will get to enjoy 100GB worth of Internet data for RM188 per month. Besides that, customers can also choose to own the F11 Pro with EasyPhone starting from just RM54 per month and this applies to all four said-postpaid plans for 24 months (instalment plan).

The pre-order for the F11 Pro (which comes with a free universal travel charger) from Celcom will start from 19 March until 29 March 2019 on its online store, Bluecube stores and Celcom Certified Partners nationwide. After the pre-order date, customers will receive the device on 30 March 2019.

To recap, the RM1399 selfie smartphone sports a 16MP front camera that pops out on the top, whilst the primary rear camera has a 48MP sensor and F/1.7 aperture. You can find out more tech specs details over from our coverage right here.


The OPPO F11 Pro price tag dropped again, now RM999

Good news to those who wait for price drops, because OPPO Malaysia has just announced that the OPPO F11 Pro will be now officially RM999! Customers will be able to purchase it at every OPPO Concept Store, authorized partners, as well as their official online store, Lazada and Shopee.

Initially priced at RM1199, the F11 Pro is a pretty good phone to get now if you're looking for a camera-centric smartphone that shoots nice night photos. It's powered by a Mediatek Helio P70, 6GB of RAM, 128GB internal storage, and 4000mAh battery inside that 6.53-inch IPS LCD display. For the cameras, it has a 48MP + 5MP dual rear camera and more.

If you would like to know more about the phone, you can check out our OPPO F11 Pro review right here. Stay tuned for more OPPO news at TechNave.com.


The OPPO F11 series equipped with 48MP camera officially launched in India starting from the price of ~RM1154

OPPO has just launched the OPPO F11 and OPPO F11 Pro in India, starting from the price of INR19990(~RM1154) and INR24990(~RM1443) respectively. Unsurprisingly, OPPO did not include the device with the new 10x Lossless Zoom technology that was recently showcased during MWC2019. However, we should expect phones after this release to include the aforementioned technology.

The OPPO F11 series is the second phone after OPPO Find X, to come equipped with a pop-up camera. But unlike the Find X, in which its pop-up camera includes both the front and rear camera sensor modules, F11 Pro is only has a 16MP front-facing selfie camera. They have also noted that the pop-up camera’s durability is rated for up to 100 pop-ups a day for 10 years.

In terms of features, the device comes with various features such as Ultra Night Mode, VOOC 3.0 which charges the phone 20% faster, Game Space, and lastly, Hyper Boost to increase either gaming performance, system performance as well as application performance.

As for the tech specs, the OPPO F11 Pro comes equipped with the MediaTek Helio P70 chipset, memory configuration mentioned above, 48MP + 5MP rear camera, 16MP front-facing selfie camera, 6.53-inch display with a screen resolution of 1080x2340 pixels and it is powered by a 4000mAh non-removable battery.

OPPO also announced the OPPO F11, which retains the same specs as the Pro variant other than a smaller RAM capacity of 4GB, a 128GB of internal storage and a 4020mAh non-removable battery.

For now, the devices are available in Aurora Green and Thunder Black colours with pre-orders starting today and official sales in India starting from 15 March 2019. There is no news on when the OPPO F11 Pro will be available in Malaysia as well as the local price of it for now, so stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates on this.


The OPPO F17 series could be marketed as the OPPO A93 globally

Back in early September, the OPPO F17 series was released in India and as a well-known lineup for the Malaysian market, we are expecting it to arrive here pretty soon. However, we also just read some interesting news source that the F17 series could be marketed as the OPPO A93 globally.

First leaked by @evleaks, he showcased the allegedly OPPO A93 render images until other India smartphone enthusiasts pointed out how similar it looks to the OPPO F17 series. It has the same rear camera design, same colours and the same body design, which is not the first time that the company has done so. That said, perhaps this could be for the consumers in the West whereas the rest of Asia could retain the F17 series name. After all, the OPPO F series is quite established here in Malaysia.

In terms of tech specs, the F17 Pro features up to MediaTek Helio P95 chipset, 8GB of RAM, 128GB storage, 6.43-inch Super AMOLED display, and a 4000mAh battery with 30W fast-charging technology. The vanilla F17 also features similar tech specs, except that it only has 6GB of RAM and a 6.4-inch size teardrop display. Starting price could be around ~RM1296 after direct currency exchange.

We think it's only a matter of time when OPPO Malaysia would introduce the F17 series, but they just recently announced the Reno 4 series not too long ago so we probably need to wait for more longer. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


The OPPO Find N2 Flip will launch in Malaysia on 2 March 2023

The OPPO Find N2 Flip has been teased for a launch in Malaysia in a few days now, but it's now confirmed that OPPO's foldable phone will be making its debut on 2 March 2023. There will be a livestream event as well on OPPO Malaysia's official Facebook and YouTube accounts.

To recap the tech specs, the Find N2 Flip features a MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ chipset, an internal 6.8-inch LTPO AMOLED 120Hz + external 3.62-inch 60Hz OLED display, and a 4300mAh battery with 44W fast charging technology. There's also a dual rear camera - 50MP + 8MP whereas the front camera is 32MP with a MariSilicon X image processor.

There's no telling what memory configuration we would be getting. Currently, there are 8GB + 256GB, 12GB + 256GB and 16GB + 512GB variants. The following prices for the three models are 6000 Yuan (~RM3,803), 6400 Yuan (~RM4,056) and 7,000 Yuan (~RM4,437) respectively. Other features worth mentioning include Gorilla Glass 5 for the exterior display, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, dual SIM and Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity.

Are you excited to check out the OPPO Find N2 Flip? You can also visit the Launch Event page on Facebook or OPPO Malaysia's official webapge right here to register your interest. Stay tuned for our official news coverage only at TechNave.com.


The OPPO Find X2 League of Legends Edition phone actually appeared in a music video

The League of Legends World Championship 2020 kicks off today and with the theme "Be the Legend", it's also noted that OPPO is still continuing as the official global smartphone partner for the tournament. With this partnership, the company has officially manufactured an OPPO Find X2 and OPPO Watch LoL Esports: World 2020 Edition but both devices have yet to make an official appearance yet.

Despite that, some sharp-eyed gadget enthusiasts have caught a glimpse of the Find X2 LoL edition in Riot Games' latest music video. Featuring Jeremy McKinnon from A Day To Remember, alongside MAX and Henry, the music video "Take Over" included a teaser of the special edition phone at the end of the video, where Faker, a pro LoL player was seen playing on it. We suspect the tech specs are more or less the same as the vanilla variant as well.

According to the President of Global Marketing at OPPO, William Liu, this is what he has to say about OPPO being partners with Riot Games:

“As the first global smartphone partner of LOL Esports, Oppo looks forward to collaborating again with the brand and delivering customized high-end products to our users. LOL is not only an icon of esports, but it also shares values that Oppo believes in, which include always striving for excellence and creating unique experiences for its users. This spirit is echoed in Oppo’s Find series which aims to showcase the ‘out of ordinary’”.

OPPO has a history of making various special edition phones throughout the years. The most recent ones are the OPPO Reno 4 Pro Galactic Blue Edition with local designers, Christy Ng and Pestle Mortar, as well as an OPPO Find X2 Pro Lamborghini Edition, OPPO Reno 10x Zoom Barcelona Edition, OPPO Reno Ace Gundam Edition, OPPO F11 Pro Marvel's Avengers Limited Edition, and many more. In short, they all look super cool.

We can't wait to see how the official OPPO Find X2 LoL Esports: World 2020 Edition looks like. Also, are you a fan of LoL? Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


The OPPO Find X3 Pro 5G is now RM300 off for a limited time

Today, OPPO Malaysia just announced that the OPPO Find X3 Pro is on a discount for a limited time. Starting now until the 6th of June 2021, OPPO fans will be able to get their hands on the latest OPPO flagship with RM300!

In case you forgot, the recommended retail price for the OPPO Find X3 Pro is RM4299. So in other words, you can get the flagship at RM3999 only. In addition, the purchase will come bundled together with a free pair of OPPO Enco X TWS earphones (worth RM699) as well as 1TB of HeyTap Cloud Storage Space (worth RM320).

By the way, we are pretty big fans of the Enco X wireless earphones. You can check out our review right over here to see why we recommend it. That's all, folks. Stay safe and stay tuned for more local trending tech gadget deals at TechNave.com.


The OPPO Find X5 Pro 5G can now connect to DNB's 5G network

It certainly took them a while but it's official now. The OPPO Find X5 Pro 5G is now compatible with Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) 5G network. That said, there are some steps for you to do first to activate 5G.

To activate the 5G network on the OPPO Find X5 Pro 5G, you will have to go to Settings > About device > Software update. From there, you will be able to see if there is a system update available. If there isn't, that means your phone has already updated to the latest software and can now be connected to a 5G service.

To refresh your memory about the Find X5 Pro 5G, the phone features the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset, 12GB of RAM, 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage, a 5000mAh battery, and a 6.7-inch LTPO2 AMOLED display. It's also the first OPPO phone to equip a MariSilicon X image processor that enhances image quality. We have recently written a review about it so do check it out while you're at it.

Did anyone of you get the OPPO Find X5 Pro 5G yet? Or if your friends and family have it, you can let them know about this news. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


The OPPO Find X6 series will launch in China first on 21 March 2023

It's official, OPPO has confirmed that the next OPPO Find X6 series will be launching on 21 March 2023. It will take place in China first, though, so there's no date for international release yet.

With the launching date coming so soon, here's what we know about the OPPO Find X6 series so far. Rumours have it that there could be a vanilla Find X6 and Find X6 Pro, featuring a Dimensity 9200 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset respectively. The image also suggests that the devices will have a leathery design on the back cover.

On the front, the Find X6 could adopt a 6.74-inch 120Hz display with a high 2160Hz PWM high-frequency dimming function. There's no information about the Find X6 Pro's display but both phones could be equipped with a triple rear camera with new low-light telephoto technology, and a 32MP front camera with MariSilicon X processor + Hasselblad technology.

Moving on, the Find X6 could be using a 4800mAh battery with 80w fast charging technology, whereas the Find X6 Pro may have a 5000mAh battery but with a faster 100W charging speed. It's worth mentioning that the phones could have IP54 and IP68 water and dust resistance respectively.

We won't have to wait so long for the OPPO Find X6 series launching event. Until then, do stay tuned for our news coverage at TechNave.com.


The OPPO Pad Air and OPPO Enco Air 3 are now available in purple for the Malaysian market

These two products have already been released before, but these are the new purple variants of the OPPO Pad Air and OPPO Enco Air 3. Available since the weekend, they are still the same price from RM1099 and RM249 respectively.

Just to recap, the Pad Air 2023 edition comes in two memory configurations - the 4GB + 64GB and 4GB + 128GB, which the latter costs RM1299. Despite the small 4GB of RAM, it has a 3GB Extended RAM function to make use of the memory storage. The tablet also features a Snapdragon 680 chipset, a 10.36-inch 2K display, a 7100mAh battery pack and a quad-set of Dolby Atmos speakers.

On the other hand, the Enco Air 3 is equipped with OPPO’s all-new Alive Audio for OPPO earbuds, boosting the wireless earbuds with improved audio depth and dimension. What's more, OPPO integrated its Cadence HiFi 5 Inside chipset for the first time, as well as a digital signal processor (DSP), allowing users to enjoy cinema-like 3D surround sound with any smartphone.

If you have been waiting for a purple variant of the OPPO Pad Air and Enco Air 3, you can visit OPPO Malaysia's official store pages here and here respectively. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple allegedly planning for foldable iPad with 3nm chipset in 2023

Rumours about Apple products appear all the time, but it isn't often that you see one about a product that may launch 3 years later. That's exactly what a new leak is about though - a new product for 2023. Specifically, a foldable iPad that's allegedly going to feature a 3nm chipset.

According to Komiya, Apple will launch a new device in 2023 and it will be foldable iPad or iPhone. Interestingly enough, it might not be the type of foldable we've seen so far. The tipster claimed that it will be using two display panels instead of one and that they will connect seamlessly. It's supposed to support phone calls but could be using the iPadOS.

Foldable iPad(iPhone)-“one more thing” in 2023-support phone call-iPad OS?-A16X (may be A17) (3nm)-Made up with two panels and seamlessly connected to each other-Micro LED Display -under screen Front camera and Touch ID-Best experience with Apple Glass or VR headset

Besides that, Komiya also mentioned some of the other components that could go into this device. For instance, it's supposed to feature a 3nm chipset that's either the Apple A16X or A17 Bionic. It's also going to use Micro-LED backlight for the display and an under-display camera will be included. He finished by claiming that the new foldable will work best with the Apple Glass or a VR headset, though what that means was not elaborated.

The year 2023 is given probably because that's the year TSMC is set to produce 3nm chipsets, and TSMC happens to be a key chipset supplier for Apple. It sounds typical of Apple to take their time to follow on trending tech, but what do you think about the rumour? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


The OPPO R17 Pro will be just RM1109 on Shopee and many more special deals

By now, most of you should be aware of the 11.11 promo sale and as usual, most brands would jump on the bandwagon. For this season, OPPO Malaysia will be kicking off some special deals with discounts up to 59% off on Shopee starting tomorrow onwards from 30 October 2019.

So what are the special deals? Well, the company will be giving away vouchers up to RM200 off that can be used on top of the discounts, as well as customers playing Shopee Quiz or watch the Shopee Live to stand a chance to win RM100 voucher with no minimum spending.

On top of that, some OPPO smartphones are going on a huge discount, the one to look out for is the R17 Pro and F11 Pro for RM1109 and RM839 respectively. Besides that, the F11, A7, and A1K are also on sale going as low as RM379. You can also get some bundle package for different accessories, which you can refer to the images below.

To find out more about the promo sale, you may check it out right here on their Shopee platform. Stay tuned for more local tech deals at TechNave.com.


The OPPO R17 Pro will be just RM1599 during the 9.9 Mega Day Sale and more

Looking for a good smartphone deal online? OPPO Malaysia has got you covered and in collaboration with Lazada and Shopee, they will be hosting a 9.9 Mega Day Sale with OPPO phones and accessories going on a discount up to RM1000!

The campaign will start from 1 September until 9 September 2019 and customers will be able to get vouchers on selected OPPO devices such as the F11, R17 Pro, A83, A7 and A3s. Vouchers can be claimed on top of the discounted OPPO devices and on top of that, the promotion will also include a free shipping fee. Below is the list of discounted devices:

Personally, the best deal here is the R17 Pro for just RM1599. It's a mid-range device running on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 chipset, 8GB of RAM, 128GB of internal storage, 3D Stereo Camera + 12MP + 20MP rear sensor, 25MP front-facing sensor, 6.4-inch display with a screen resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels and it is powered by a 3700mAh non-removable battery. Happy shopping and stay tuned for more awesome local tech deals at TechNave.com.


The OPPO Reno 10x Zoom phone can go up to 60x!

In a piece of short news, someone has posted recorded footage of using the OPPO Reno 10x Zoom camera user interface. While it may seem like it's nothing, it took us by a surprise that it's able to go up to 60x digital zoom-in!

Previously, OPPO has already hinted that their upcoming OPPO smartphone will have a super zoom-in lens. We had a hands-on of the phone (which they didn't admit) and we were quite impressed at its 10x lossless zoom camera technology. Now that we know it can go up to 60x digital zoom, OPPO has put themselves on the map against another competitor, Huawei to a zoom-in challenge. You can check out the footage in the hyperlink above.

Some fun facts of the camera, the Reno 10x Zoom smartphone features a 48MP (main) + 13MP (telephoto) + 8MP (ultra-wide) sensors whereas the selfie camera is 16MP. All sensors are equipped with OIS. Stay tuned for more OPPO news at TechNave.com.


The OPPO Reno 2 will be coming into Malaysia this October!

As the hype goes on after the release of OPPO Reno 2 in India back in August, OPPO Malaysia finally release a teaser poster that the OPPO Reno 2 will be coming into Malaysia this October! So let’s get into the tech specs.

The OPPO Reno 2 is eqquiped with a 6.5-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, a new Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G chipset which will give a 15% graphics boost over the previous SD 730 chipset, an 8GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage. Besides, it also comes with a 4000mAh battery capacity that is supported by a 13W VOOC Fast Charging Technology.

In terms of camera, it also has a quad rear camera setup of a 48MP (main) + 13MP (telephoto) + 8MP (Ultra-wide) + 2MP (Macro) whereas on the front is a 16MP pop-up camera. Also, the main zooming capability for this device will achieve up to 5x lossless hybrid and up to 20x digital zoom.

This time compared to its predecessor, it has a hybrid stabilization technology for users to experience a more dramatic and exciting video capturing for every occasion. There is also an Ultra Dark Mode and Ultra Macro Mode for a better picture-taking experience.

So will you be upgrading your smartphone to the new OPPO Reno 2 when it arrives here? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned for more updates on TechNave.com!


The OPPO Reno 5 series is making its way to Thailand, Taiwan, Singapore, India and Malaysia

The OPPO Reno 5 series was just released in December last year and since it was released in China first, it was only a matter of time for the global release. According to sources, the company has been busy making preparations for Thailand, Taiwan, Singapore, India and Malaysia.

At the moment, it seems that the Reno 5 5G and Reno 5 Pro 5G are making their way to Thailand. Thanks to the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), there are newly approved documents under the CPH2145 and CPH2201 model respectively. On the other hand, the Reno 5 5G, Reno 5 Pro 5G and Reno 5 Pro+ 5G will appear in Taiwan and Indonesia as the certifications from the National Communications Commission (NCC) and Global Certification Forum (GCF) got approved respectively.

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OPPO CPH2201 listed on NCC certification. Probably it will be the Reno 5 Pro 5G for global markets. pic.twitter.com/PODj9ayiAe

Last but not least, the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA from Singapore) and Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS from India) says that the respective markets will only get the Reno 5 Pro 5G. Finally for the Malaysian market, we were told by an anonymous bird that the phone will arrive this month as well. A quick visit to the official website shows that the phone will arrive on 18 January 2021.

There is also a Reno 5 4G model which was just released on New Year's Eve of 2020 but it's not going anywhere internationally (for now). If you would like to know the tech specs recap, you may read our news coverage here and here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


The OPPO Reno 6 Z and Reno 6 are officially coming to Malaysia soon

After almost two months of waiting, OPPO Malaysia just announced that the OPPO Reno6 Z 5G and Reno6 5G are coming to Malaysia soon. Although no exact date was given, we can guess it would be at least 2 weeks given the tradition of teasing and releasing.

Not much is known about the Reno6 Z 5G but leaked information say that it could come with a MediaTek Dimensity 800U chipset, 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. For a lesser variant, it would impressive if the phone could have a 6.43-inch AMOLED display and a 30W VOOC fast charging technology. The battery pack has a respectable 4310mAh.

For the cameras, the triple rear (64MP + 8MP + 2MP) and front camera (32MP) module could be the same as the Reno6 5G. To refresh your memory, this phone is already released in China. It features a Dimensity 900 5G chipset, 8GB + 128GB memory, a 6.4-inch FHD+ 90Hz display, and a 4300mAh battery with 65W SuperVOOC fast charging technology.

Since the Reno6 pro variants weren't mentioned, they might not arrive in Malaysia but perhaps at a later date. Until then, we will know when OPPO Malaysia officially announces it. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


The OPPO Reno 8 Pro will be the first phone featuring a Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset

The OPPO Reno 8 series launch is just around the corner with several promotions appearing online. But before the launch, OPPO has just confirmed that the OPPO Reno 8 Pro will indeed be the world's first phone to feature a new Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset.

This was pretty much confirmed by the company on its official Weibo account. The Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset will serve as a mid-ranger and it's built on a 4nm node by Samsung. Reports are also saying that it's a 20% and 30% increase in terms of GPU and AI processing performance respectively from the predecessor.

Besides that, OPPO has also teased that the Reno 8 series may also get another sweet feature which is the MariSilicon X imaging chipset. In case you didn't know, this chipset is OPPO's first attempt and it made its debut on the OPPO Find X5 Pro. We recently reviewed the flagship and were quite impressed with the photo and video performance.

That being said, it's unclear how the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset would get along with the MariSilicon X. The Reno 8 Pro is also said to sport a 6.43-inch AMOLED display, as well as either an 8GB + 128GB or 8GB + 256GB memory capacity. Finally, it could also come in Clear Sky Blue and Night Tour Black.

The OPPO Reno 8 series will be unveiled pretty soon tonight in China. The Reno series is also quite popular in Malaysia, so we are expecting it to arrive in a few more months. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


The OPPO Reno 8T 5G is now available in CelcomDigi & Maxis' postpaid plans

If you're looking to get yourself a new OPPO Reno 8T 5G, you can do so now at official OPPO stores and authorised dealers. Besides that, you can also get the new OPPO phone at CelcomDigi and Maxis.

At Celcom, you can actually get the Reno 8T 5G for free if you subscribe to the Celcom MEGA 188 postpaid plan as a device bundle. However, if you're going for the Easyphone way, that's going to be RM20/month. The device bundle can go up to RM999 or RM60/month via Easyphone if you choose Celcom MEGA 98.

Then on Digi and Maxis, the postpaid plan offerings are pretty standard. As usual, signing up for the highest postpaid plan would offer you the lowest device fee possible. Both Digi Postpaid 150 and Maxis Postpaid 188 (Zerolution) offer RM30/month. There's a normal contract for the latter too, which offers just RM9 for the OPPO phone.

Anyway, below is the full breakdown of the OPPO Reno 8T 5G postpaid plan offers by each telco:

To refresh your memory, the OPPO Reno 8T 5G is officially priced at RM1799. It features a 6.7-inch 120Hz 3D 120Hz curved display, a Snapdragon 695 5G chipset, 8GB of RAM (+ 8GB RAM Expansion), and 256GB of storage. The battery pack is 4800mAh with 67W SUPERVOOC charging technology, whereas the cameras consist of a primary 108MP rear sensor and a 32MP front camera.

That's all, folks. You can read the rest of the tech specs in our news coverage right here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


The OPPO Reno FC Barcelona Edition is coming to Malaysia + first hands-on look

You probably may have come across our post about the new Limited Edition FC Barcelona OPPO Reno 10x Zoom announcement yesterday, well for today, we got some news that this device will be making its way to Malaysia at the end of July 2019 and we also have to have some hands-on photos too.

As we guessed, it seems that the special edition will have the same tech specs as the standard edition. It will come with an 8GB of RAM, 256GB ROM, a 6.6-inch Panoramic DIsplay with a pop-up front camera, followed by a triple rear camera of 48MP + 8MP (wide-angle lens) + 13MP (telephoto lens) that is capable of achieving 10x Hybrid Zoom and up to 60x digital zoom, and more. And now, our hands-on pictures of the phone!

The back design is inspired by the club flag and famous garnet and blue colours, you can also see the overlaying the phone’s back cover are two Barça logos: a larger blurred logo, as well as a smaller gold team logo at the bottom

Also, it's pretty #thicc. No changes to the power and volume buttons position

If you see closely on the front display, it's not just an exclusive FC Barcelona wallpaper but also comes equipped with customized software, icons and custom ringtones

In addition to that, the special edition phone box package will also come with a red and blue phone casing, a black charger, blue earphones as well. How much do you think it will cost? Stay tuned for that at TechNave.com.


The OPPO Reno10 series is coming to Malaysia soon

At the end of May 2023, the OPPO Reno10 series was spotted in the SIRIM database and we just got confirmation from OPPO Malaysia that it will indeed be arriving soon. There's no specific date yet, but there's a good chance that the Reno10 series would be launching in July 2023.

To refresh your memory, there are three models in the Reno10 series lineup - the standard Reno 10, Reno 10 Pro and Reno 10 Pro+. We aren't sure which one would make it to the Malaysian market but there's a good chance that all three would debut as suggested by SIRIM. The Reno10 series has also been released so here's a quick breakdown of the specs.

All the phones have the same 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution. Besides that, the chipset on each model is different. The Reno 10 uses a Snapdragon 778G, followed by the Reno 10 Pro with a Dimensity 8200 and finally, the Reno 10 Pro+ is powered by a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset with MariSilicon X NPU. Both of the lesser variants have a 4600mAh battery, while the latter features a slightly higher 4700mAh battery pack.

The front camera on all the models is the same at 32MP. However, the triple rear camera setup for each is different, which is listed below accordingly:

In terms of pricing, the Reno10 series starts at 2499 Yuan (~RM1634) and the memory configuration starts from 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. OPPO Malaysia will unveil the official prices soon when the launch date is happening. So until then, sit tight and wait for it.


Apple and Facebook doing their part by donating masks to health professionals

The ongoing coronavirus pandemic means that health professionals and helpers on the frontlines constantly need to wear masks. Now, tech companies are looking to aid in the efforts by donating large numbers of masks. So far, companies like Apple and Facebook have already done so.

According to Reuters, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has pledged to donate its reserve of 720000 masks and are sourcing for more to be donated. Also, Apple CEO Tim Cook has announced that his company will be donating millions of masks to frontline medical workers in the US and Europe. Another person who is directly contributing is Tesla CEO Elon Musk, who has donated medical supplies to UCLA Health. Other companies that also have donated masks in bulk include Alibaba, Huawei, OPPO, and Xiaomi.

Our teams at Apple have been working to help source supplies for healthcare providers fighting COVID-19. We’re donating millions of masks for health professionals in the US and Europe. To every one of the heroes on the front lines, we thank you.

I want to publicly thank @elonmusk for sending a truckload of PPEs (masks, gowns, etc.) to UCLA Health today! They will be put to good use. My wife, her co-workers and her patients thank you profusely. pic.twitter.com/SiAdqMcPCT

In other related news, Amazon has supposedly placed orders for millions of masks for the use of its staff who can't work from home but has lamented that not many of the orders were being fulfilled. A shortage of masks is bad news for everyone at this time. Hopefully, companies and individuals who are stockpiling it can also do their part by donating their reserves.

While there haven't been reports of masks shortages in Malaysia, medical workers here should have more during this period. With that said, do you have enough masks and hand sanitisers for yourself? Make sure to stay healthy, folks! For more news like this, remember to stay tuned to TechNave.com


The OPPO Reno5 series will be coming in with 3 different variants!

OPPO is really competing to be the fastest smartphone company to launch new models quarterly. The OPPO Reno3 series and OPPO Reno4 series comes in at has just launched not long ago and now, a leak has revealed the processors of the OPPO Reno5 series.According to the leakster, Really Asen Jun, we will be expecting three Reno5 phones this time around. The Reno5 series will consist of the Reno5, Reno5 Pro, and the Reno5 Pro+ but the names may be different when they launch in different markets and regions. Unlike the previous Reno series, these three phones will come in with two different chipsets although they are parked in the same series.

The OPPO Reno5 will come with the new Snapdragon 775G chipset which is yet to be announced in the market. Since its a new chipset, we expected it to have a higher processing power than the Snapdragon 765G and also have some new features for the mid-range 5G phones. As for the Reno5 Pro and Reno5 Pro+, both are having the Snapdragon 860 which hasn’t been launched as well. Either way, there’s still no official confirmation on the tech specs and release dates for the OPPO Reno5 series yet, so do take this with a pinch of salt. But will you save up to wait for the next Reno5 series? Let us know at our Facebook page and stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com


The OPPO Reno8 Series is now available in a new Iris Purple colour option from ~RM1607

OPPO has today released an additional colour option of its popular OPPO Reno8 Series in China. Coming in a new Iris Purple colour, the new variant also features a textured, wavy stripes across the entire back panel.

Shared via its official Weibo account, the Iris Purple variant of the series is available for pre-order starting today in China. The colour option joins the pre-existing colour variants that the series already have, which are Slightly Drunk, Clear Sky Blue, and Night Tour Black for the vanilla models and Micro Drunk, Encounter Blue, and Night Tour Black for the Pro model.

In addition to the new colour, OPPO has also released a Summar Flower Fairy Purple Gift Box for consumers in China. The package includes a perfume blind box for an additional price of CNY39.90 or ~RM26.

For the smartphones themselves, the Iris Purple colour option for the Reno8 are priced at CNY2439 or ~RM1607 (8/128GB), CNY2698 or ~RM1777 (8/256GB) and CNY2989 or ~RM1969 (12/256GB). As for the pro models, they are priced at CNY3189 or ~RM2101 (8/256GB) and CNY3489 or ~RM2298 (12/256GB).

So, what do you guys think of the new colour variant for the Reno8 Series? Which colour option is your favourite? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news!


The OPPO Reno8 series 5G is coming to Malaysia soon but local set remains unknown

We have always known this but OPPO Malaysia has finally confirmed that the OPPO Reno8 series 5G will be arriving here soon. It was initially launched in China first (as usual) towards the end of May and took the company long enough to import the latest mid-range series.

While there's no date for the launch yet, one of the highlights that we can look forward to is that the Reno8 series 5G will have the MariSilicon X NPU. It's OPPO's first-ever Imaging NPU that first made its debut on the OPPO Find X5 Pro 5G that enhances low-light portrait photography which impressed us a lot. You can check out our review of the photo quality here.

Besides the MariSilicon X NPU, the Reno8 series should have the same tech specs as the China set. In the Chinese market, the Reno8 and Reno 8 Pro features a MediaTek Dimensity 1300 and Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset respectively. There's also a Pro+ variant with a Dimensity 8100-Max chipset and all three devices support up to 12GB of RAM, 256GB of storage and a 4500mAh supporting 80W fast charging technology.

On the other hand, both the Reno8 and Reno8 Pro have the same 6.43-inch display but the Reno8 Pro+ has the privilege of a 6.7-inch AMOLED display. In addition, all three smartphones have the same 32MP selfie snapper, 50MP primary + 2MP + 2MP triple rear camera whereas the pro variants have an 8MP ultrawide lens.

There's no telling which model is OPPO Malaysia planning to import so until then, we will just have to wait and see. If you're interested in the phone, you can register your interest right over here. Or simply stay tuned to our news coverage only at TechNave.com.


The OPPO X 2021 7.4-inch rollable display first impression ! | Unboxing & Hands-On

Recently, the expandable display smartphones are becoming a growing trend and it is known to be the future of smartphones. Since few years back, we seen few variants of expandable display smartphones like a foldable, flipping, and a clamshell-like display smartphones. Today, we witness the new rollable display device which is the OPPO X 2021 concept phone.

The OPPO X 2021 uses two roll motors on the top and the bottom along with the 0.1mm thickness warp track to securely expand and retracts the expandable display when it is activated through the side-mounted fingerprint scanner. It comes with a 6.7-inch AMOLED display that can be rolled out to a 7.4-inch AMOLED display without any visible crease. So let's check out the video below to take a closer look on it.

Stay tuned for more tech news updates, unboxing, and reviews on TechNave.com


The Oculus Go just got cheaper, now priced as low as ~RM606

If you want to enjoy content in virtual reality (VR), the barrier to entry just got lower. Oculus has announced that the Oculus Go VR headset will be getting a rather big discount. The price of the 32GB and 64GB models are now a more affordable USD 149 (~RM606) and USD 199 (~RM809), respectively.

It should be noted that the Oculus Go VR headset is still unavailable in Malaysia, so this reduction of USD 50 (~RM203) could just be what convinces Malaysians to import it. Mind you, this isn't some high-end VR headset that will let you play Half-Life: Alyx or Beat Saber. But you should still be able to enjoy multimedia with VR, which can still be an interesting experience. For example, you can watch an NBA game with it and feel like you're part of the crowd.

Having cheaper VR headsets is fine and dandy, but is a VR multimedia experience enough to entice you? What kind of VR content are you interested in? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates.


The OnePlus 10R confirmed to be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 8000 series chipset

The OnePlus 10R, an upcoming smartphone from the popular Chinese smartphone manufacturer is confirmed to be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 8000 series processor. This is according to OnePlus India CEO, Navnit Nakra.

While Navnit didn’t specifically mention any particular Dimensity 8000 chipset, it is believed that the 10R will be powered by the Dimensity 8100. This is due to the upcoming phone’s similarities with the realme GT Neo 3 in terms of design and specs.

Well, we’ve reported previously how both smartphones would be pretty similar and tipsters have been saying that the OnePlus phone would be a rebrand of the realme phone. This makes sense considering the relationship between realme and OnePlus as sister companies.

As reported by 91mobiles, the 10R will sport the same battery and fast charging configuration as the realme GT Neo 3. One version will have a 4500mAh battery with 150W charging the other would have a 5000mAh battery with 80W charging.

No official release date has been given for the 10R just yet, though it is expected to launch some time in May, based on previous leaks. Well, only one way to find out, which is to wait until an official announcement by OnePlus.

Nevertheless, the 10R looks like a pretty solid phone, especially given how it would share the same specs with the stellar realme GT Neo 3. What do you guys think?

Share your thoughts with us in the comments below! As always, do stay tuned to TechNave for the latest trending tech news such as this.


The OnePlus 6T could feature a triple rear camera and a Waterdrop notch

Based on an image courtesy of phonerader.com, the OnePlus 6T will come equipped with a triple rear camera setup, Waterdrop notch similar to the OPPO F9, and an in-display fingerprint sensor. In terms of tech specs, the OnePlus 6T will come equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset and up to 8GB of RAM. Feature wise the device will also come featured with a variable aperture setting which allows the device to change the between f/1.5 and f/2.4.

Wireless charging should also be a possibility due to the glass back and the signature Alert Slider. Other than that, there is no news on the price of the device as well as when the device will be available in the local market. However, since this is not an official statement by OnePlus themselves, take every bit of information with a grain of salt and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates like these.


The OnePlus 7 may feature a pop up selfie camera

We thought 2019 would be the year of punch hole displays but we may be wrong. Another smartphone may be hopping on the pop up selfie camera bandwagon which might be the OnePlus 7.

According to 3D renders as well as a 360 degree concept video by popular @OnLeaks on Twitter and Indian tech blog, PriceBaba, the device sports a full infinite display as the selfie camera may be placed on the top left of the device in a pop up mechanism. Awhile back, the OnePlus 7 was rumoured to have a sliding selfie mechanism when image leaks of the device showed a full infinite display.

So... To celebrate my fourth Twitter Anniversary as @OnLeaks and start 2019 leaks season, here comes a lil gift as your very first look at the #OnePlus7! 360° video + gorgeous 5K renders + dimensions, on behalf of my Friends over @Pricebaba -> https://t.co/gj5eHbiB25 pic.twitter.com/7oNyF9jgG0

The display has been speculated to be at 6.5 inches but we can still see a slight bit of a chin at the bottom. From the video, we can see that the device has a triple rear camera setup arranged vertically. No rear fingerprint scanner can be found on the back of the device, leading us to believe that the OnePlus 7 may just come with a UD fingerprint scanner.

The full 360 degree concept video of the OnePlus 7

Full view of the device and I am liking it despite it not having wireless charging

It is speculated that the device may have a glass back we can tell for sure that the smartphone will not have wireless charging as the CEO of OnePlus, Pete Lau, confirmed the news to keep the device price low. The OnePlus 7 may feature the Snapdragon 855 and Warp 30 fast charging. At a glance, the device looks very similar to the vivo V15 Pro which was just launched here recently but the pop up camera on the device is placed on the top left instead of the right like the speculated OnePlus7 renders.

So far, there's no information of any release date or even price. There is no official announcement from the company in regards to the device yet so do digest this article with a grain of salt. What are you expecting to see on the upcoming OnePlus 7? For the latest news and speculations on the latest smartphones, TechNave.com is where you should be looking at!


The OnePlus 7T is coming with a 90Hz refresh rate display and faster charging speed!

According to sources, OnePlus CEO, Liu ZuoHu has confirmed that the OnePlus 7T will come with a 90Hz refresh rate display and faster-charging technology. We also got another new design look that shows a triple rear camera, which is the same as the previous one.

As we’ve covered most of the tech specs previously for the OnePlus 7T,  the latest official pictures show that it might come with a borderless fullscreen with a 90Hz refresh rate, the screen display could be similar to the previous OnePlus 7 Pro which is 6.67-inches.

Liu ZuoHu also revealed that the other exciting feature to expect is the faster-charging technology because it comes with the Warp Charge 30T charger for both OnePlus 7T and 7T Pro. He said that it is 23% faster than the predecessor.

In addition, it may also come with an upgraded Snapdragon 855+ chipset, a larger 4,085 mAh battery capacity, an elevated 16MP front camera and a triple rear camera setup which could be the 48MP + 16MP + 12MP camera sensors, with a new macro mode, nightscape and the 960fps slow-mo software updates for the cameras.

Do take the other tech specs information with a pinch of salt, but what do you think? Are the design and tech specs of the OnePlus 7T and 7T Pro enough to get you to upgrade? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com


The OnePlus 7T may be coming with the Snapdragon 855+ chipset and maybe even a 120Hz display

After the success of the OnePlus 7 series, many are now excited for the next big thing from OnePlus - the OnePlus 7T. We most likely won’t be seeing the series hit the market till November but many are speculating that the device may be featuring Qualcomm’s latest chipset, the Snapdragon 855+ and a better selfie camera. Thing is, how can they top the super great OnePlus 7 series without raising the price tag too much?

Some photos had appeared on Weibo which were claimed to be prototypes of the OnePlus 7T. The device looks almost similar to its predecessor with a large curved display. However, it doesn’t show if the camera comes with a pop up selfie camera or a notched screen but it has been leaked that the device shown is an old prototype. This means that the device may be way different than we thought - especially since we’re a ways away from the from the official reveal.

Other than that, the 7T series may be out in 2 variants: The One Plus 7T and the OnePlus 7T Pro. The Pro variant has been rumoured to come with a 120Hz display. Tech specs that has been speculated as well include the brand new Snapdragon 855+ chip, improved battery life and a better selfie camera. As many fans had asked for wireless charging, perhaps they may as well throw that in as well but we all know how OnePlus has never been a fan of how slow the wireless charging charge speeds are.

Based on previous launch date trends, the device may be launched on the 29th of October and out in the market on the 1st of November. The device may be retailing at 579 Euros (~RM2688) for the One Plus 7T and USD$699 (~RM2916) for the OnePlus 7T Pro. Due to the higher price tags in Malaysia, we’re probably going to see price tags that may be reaching well above RM3500. What do you think? Keep up with the latest OnePlus news on TechNave.com!


Apple and Google dropped Fortnite from app stores, Epic Games hits back with antitrust lawsuits

When money is involved, things tend to escalate quickly. And things certainly escalated when Epic Games decided to implement its own in-app payment system for the mobile version of Fortnite. Now the game has been removed from both Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

According to The Verge, the new payment system lets all fees paid directly to Epic Games. It avoids Apple App Store and Google Play Store's systems, which impose a 30% cut on all in-app purchases. In other words, it's like Epic Games tried to cheat both companies of 30% in sales. As mentioned, this resulted in the game being kicked off Apple's App Store and Google Play Store. It's still possible to download and play Fortnite on Android, but you'll have to go through the website to do so.

In response to the removals, Epic Games is now suing both Apple and Google for what it claims are unfair practices. Both companies were accused of being monopolies - for Android apps and iOS apps - and Epic Games is demanding for fair competition. Epic Games is even openly mocking the two companies, with a parody of Apple's famous ad from 1984 and Google's "Don't Be Evil" motto.

Honestly, it just sounds like Epic Games wants to have its cake and eat it too. And since they couldn't, they're kicking up a fuss. But what do you think? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


The OnePlus 8 series livestream event will start at 11PM (14 April) in Malaysia

Previously, we wrote that the OnePlus 8 series was rumoured to be released on 15 April 2020. The reports were quite close, just as of from a few hours ago, OnePlus have officially announced the date which falls on 14 April 2020 with a super short teaser video on their Twitter page.

From the teaser video, it didn't reveal much except it will start at 11AM EDT, 4PM BST and 8.30PM IST. In Malaysia's local timezone, that will be 11PM, Tuesday, on the same said date so be sure to bookmark your calendar. Of course, the OnePlus 8 series will be a livestream event as usual so get excited.

The #OnePlus8Series is coming. April 14.

From the official website, here are the things we can expect from the latest OnePlus 8 series. The phones will feature 5G connectivity and the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset should be on board. Besides that, a 120Hz Fluid Display which is the official name is confirmed by the company as well. Besides that, rumours have it that the OnePlus 8 Pro will have two 48MP Sony sensors, an 8MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, and a 5MP colour filter.

Are you excited about the OnePlus 8 series? Let us know at our Facebook page and stay tuned for the official news coverage of the upcoming flagships, only at TechNave.com.


The OnePlus 8 series will have a LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.0 Flash Storage

Just yesterday, OnePlus have confirmed the live stream event for the OnePlus 8 which will start on 14 April, 11PM in Malaysia. However, Pete Lau, the co-founder of OnePlus took it a step further by confirming some key tech specs with the fans on a OnePlus forum. Here's what he wrote about the OnePlus 8 series.

Focused on the theme of "fast and smooth", we already know that the OnePlus 8 series will feature the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset. While being himself, he passionately wrote why this chipset is no joke. For those who don't know, this bad boy offers a 25% increase in CPU performance, a 25% increase in GPU rendering times, yet is able to save 25% more energy at the same time. Compared to the previous chipset, the 865 chipset's AI performance is twice as much, offering 35% better power efficiency, a 40% increase in video noise pixel processing, and a 16% reduction in power consumption when a user is doing video recording.

Pete Lau didn't disclose what is the figure for the RAM but he assured the fans that the phones are using the latest LPDDR5 units. How good is that, you asked? According to statistics, the transfer rate can reach as high as 6400Mbps and 51.2GB/s. Like the chipset, the LPDDR5 also achieves lowered power consumption of up to 45%.

As for the internal storage, techies should be happy to know that the UFS 3.0 flash storage is on board but with two new tech additions. These will be Turbo Write and Host Performance Booster, which can help boost the OnePlus 8 series speed further in terms of high-speed read/write interval, as well as random read performance after extended use respectively.

Besides that, the OnePlus 8 series supports 5G connectivity and also has a 120Hz Fluid Display. OnePlus is sure taking speed seriously and we are quite curious on how that will play out once the phones get released. Until then, stay tuned for more OnePlus news at TechNave.com.


The OnePlus 8T 5G price could start from ~RM3885

We already know that the OnePlus 8T 5G is coming soon on 14 October 2020, so we are just counting the days down until the launching event. Of course, with just less than a month away until the event, there is bound to be rumours here and there so here's the latest one about the price leak.

According to @chunvn8888 from Twitter, he tipped that the OnePlus 8T 5G could cost 799€ and 899€ for the 8GB + 128GB and 12GB + 256GB models respectively. If we directly convert the currency exchange to Malaysian Ringgit, that's ~RM3885 and ~RM4371 which is indeed expensive but do note that European prices tend to be higher. However, it should be noted that this rumoured price is 100€ more than the OnePlus 8.

... source is pretty confident about this and he was right in the past so I guess this could be real deal after all.You should expect the same number in USD too btw cuz OnePlus use the same price number but with different currency.

For reference, the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro cost RM2899 and RM3699 respectively, whereas the OnePlus 7T Pro was RM3399. If the new OnePlus 8T is indeed 100€ higher, there's a good chance that the local price could increase higher than RM3399, but we think it shouldn't pass the RM4K mark (because that would be absurd). We can only throw a wild guess at this point.

In terms of tech specs, the OnePlus 8T 5G is rumoured to feature a Snapdragon 865 chipset, a 120Hz display, 65W fast-charging technology, 4500mAh battery, and a 48MP main camera. Well, October is not that far off from where we are. Until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


The OnePlus 8T will arrive in Malaysia on 22 October 2020

With the announcement of the OnePlus 8T last night, Malaysian OnePlus fans wondered when will the phone come here and we got our answer from OnePlus Malaysia already. According to their Facebook post, it will be arriving in a week's time on 22 October at 12PM. It will be a live stream event as well due to the newly implemented CMCO period.

In case you missed out the live stream event last night, here's a brief recap of the tech specs. The Snapdragon 865 chipset is featured in the phone as expected and comes in two memory variants - 8GB + 128GB and 12GB + 256GB. The display measures 6.55-inches and has up to 120Hz refresh rate support, alongside a 4500mAh battery

Ultra Stops at Nothing. Here comes the #OnePlus8T bringing you the Ultra Experience. We’ll reveal more during the launch. Coming soon in Malaysia. October 22, 12pm MYT. #MYOnePlusJourney #UltraStopsAtNothing

In terms of the cameras, the quad rear camera module is 48MP + 16MP + 5MP + 2MP and the selfie snapper is 16MP. Following the price announcement, there is an estimate price tag from ~RM2431 up to RM3406 and perhaps we would get both variants in Malaysia. For reference, the OnePlus 7T Pro was RM3399.

Are you excited about the OnePlus 8T? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for our official news coverage at TechNave.com.


The OnePlus 8T will come with a new anti-fingerprint glossy glass back

As we get closer to the OnePlus 8T release on 14 October 2020, OnePlus CEO Pete Lau has once again given us some new details about the phone. This time, they are introducing an Aquamarine Green variant which doesn't seem like much but after reading it, turns out that there's more to that.

On the OnePlus 8 Pro, the phone's back is using a 5th-gen matte glass cover. So for the upcoming OnePlus 8T, Pete wrote that they have switched back to the glossy glass back but with a twist - it can limit fingerprint smudges! He said that the Industrial Design engineers have been exploring and working out on making the glossy glass texture to reduce attractive fingerprints while maintaining a thin and firm surface.

On top of that, the new glossy glass back also reflects shining lights from any angles. While one may argue that the reflecting light can blind our eyesight momentarily, Pete assured that the reflecting light is clean and gleaming. Furthermore, the glossy glass back contains 7 layers as well so we should be seeing some unique shades of colours.

Smartphones with a glossy glass back often have the issue being fingerprint magnets, so it's nice to know that OnePlus is working on that. By the way, it's also worth noticing that there's a quad rear camera setup with two flashlights. We will be watching the launch online so stay tuned for our official news coverage at TechNave.com.


The OnePlus 9 series will come in ColorOS 11 in the Chinese market

The OnePlus 9 series will be unveiled soon and if there's one thing that's quite interesting, it seems that the China variant will come with ColorOS 11. This was confirmed by the CEO himself, Pete Lau on his Weibo account.

Surprising move? Indeed it is. This will mark the first time for the company but for the previous OnePlus devices in China, they will continue to run on HydrogenOS and receive future updates. But why is OnePlus adopting ColorOS 11 in China? According to sources, one thing that we can think of is because the ColorOS team has more manpower than the HydrogenOS team. Hence, the OnePlus 9 series in China should get faster and better updates.

As for the rest of the world, the OnePlus 9 series should continue to run on OxygenOS so there's nothing to worry about. By the way, the current ColorOS 11 is already on the latest OPPO Find X3 so do check it out if you want. Stay tuned for the OnePlus 9 series launch news at TechNave.com tomorrow.


The OnePlus 9 series will launch in Malaysia on 17 May 2021

Editor's note - This news previously was about OnePlus Malaysia teasing the arrival of the OnePlus 9 series. It has been updated

To refresh your memory, the OnePlus 9 series was revealed back in late March this year. There was no word on when it would arrive in Malaysia but looks like we got our first clue. OnePlus Malaysia just posted a teaser hinting that the OnePlus 9 series would be announced on 11 May 2021. an official date for the launch - 17 May 2021 in Malaysia.

We have no doubt that both the OnePlus 9 5G and OnePlus 9 Pro 5G would come together. It's also important to note that the 11 May date is just going to be an announcement and not a launching date, so until then, do stay tuned for that. Knowing OnePlus Malaysia, they would likely announce the pre-order bundles and date for the Malaysian market. The live stream Facebook page is already live so you can head over here to book your date. The time scheduled is 12 PM and you can also watch it live on YouTube (link below).

The #OnePlus9Series is on the horizon. We would like to invite you to witness the greatest live launch together. See...

To recap the tech specs and features, both flagships have similar specs such as the Snapdragon 888 chipset, 8GB RAM + 128GB UFS 3.1 and 12GB RAM + 256 UFS 3.1 memory capacity, as well as a 16MP front camera, in-display fingerprint sensor on a 6.55-inch and 6.7-inch AMOLED display respectively. Both are running on OxygenOS 11 based on Android 11.

Both are also packing a 4500mAh battery with 65W fast charging but with different wireless charging speeds at 50W and 15W respectively. The vanilla OnePlus 9 features a 48MP (main) + 50MP (ultrawide) + 2MP (monochrome) triple rear camera, whereas the 9 Pro sports the same but with an extra 8MP telephoto lens. Hasselblad camera software technology is on board too.

In terms of price, there's a good chance that the OnePlus 9 series will start from RM2899 since the predecessor also started from that price range. Until then, stay tuned for more local trending tech news at TechNave.com.


The OnePlus 9RT might have been leaked a few days before launch

It seems that a tweet by @stufflistings on Twitter might have been spotted, showcasing not only the tech specs but also the design of the OnePlus 9RT. While there’s no statement on the Malaysia release date, it does give us a better idea of what to expect when it is available in the local market.

When it comes to the tech specs, the OnePlus 9RT comes equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset, up to 12GB RAM, 256GB ROM, 6.55-inch FHD+ 120Hz display and a 4500mAh battery that supports up to 65W fast charging. In addition to that, the phone also comes with a 50MP + 16MP + 2MP rear camera while the front camera remains largely unknown.

OnePlus 9 RT specifications are now official.#OnePlus #OnePlus9RT pic.twitter.com/A3Xgb90K4A

However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that OnePlus 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.

With all that said, what are your thoughts about the OnePlus 9RT? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


The OnePlus Nord 2T 5G & Nord CE 2 Lite 5G are coming to Malaysia next week

Today, OnePlus Malaysia has announced that two new phones will be coming to Malaysia soon. The official launch date for the OnePlus Nord 2T 5G and Nord CE 2 Lite 5G will be on 14 July 2022.

The OnePlus Nord 2T 5G was released back in May 2022 so here's a recap of the tech specs. It's packed with a MediaTek Dimensity 1300 chipset, a 6.43-inch FHD+ AMOLED display that supports a 90Hz refresh rate and even uses a Corning Gorilla Glass 5. Then under the hood, there's also a respectable 4500mAh battery supporting an 80W SuperVOOC fast charging technology.

In addition, there is a triple rear camera consisting of a 50MP (main) + 8MP (ultrawide) + 2MP (monochrome) setup, whereas the front is a 32MP sensor. There are two memory configuration variants - 8GB + 128GB and 12GB + 256GB with a starting price of ~RM1851. This phone may be priced lower since it was converted from Euros.

On the other hand, the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G is a newer variant of the standard model. From what we know, it features a 120Hz refresh rate display and comes pre-installed with OxygenOS 12.1. It also has a Nightscape mode for low-light photography and of course, 5G connectivity. We won't be surprised if the rest of the specs are more or less the same.

More details will be unveiled soon on 14 July 2022. You can catch the livestream on the OnePlus Malaysia Facebook page and most probably, YouTube too. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


The OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G (8GB + 128GB) model is coming to Malaysia soon

Today, OnePlus Malaysia just posted a teaser about the OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G. We have always known that the phone would make its way to Malaysia and the company just officially confirmed it. No date was announced but it should arrive by early March or so.

Obviously, no price was announced either but if we had to guess, it is probably in the RM1000 price range. For reference, the starting price is 349 Euros (~RM1660), 299 Pounds (~RM1702) and 23,999 Rupees (~RM1338). We are also getting an 8GB + 128GB model so expect the Malaysian price range to be somewhere around there, more or less. There's also a 6GB + 128GB model but it's for the Indian market only.

To refresh your memory, the Nord CE 2 5G features a MediaTek Dimensity 900 chipset, a 6.43-inch 90H AMOLED display and a 4500mAh battery supporting a 65W SuperVOOC fast charging technology. It's also nice to know that there is a headphone jack and 1TB expandable storage slot.

For the camera, it has a 64MP (main) + 8MP (ultrawide) + 2MP (macro) triple rear camera module, whereas the front camera is 16MP. The Nord CE 2 is also running on an old OxygenOS 11.3 but OnePlus promised two major Android updates in the future.

Are you looking forward to the OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple and Google found to be hosting tracking app for women in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia has always been known as a country that places harsher restrictions on women to the point that they cannot be anywhere without knowledge or consent from their guardian. It has come to a point where an app called “Absher” has been used to track women’s locations in the country.

Google and Apple have come under fire by activists such as Human Rights Watch, calling for these two companies to pull the app from their from their services, the App Store and Google Play Store. The companies have been pointed out to have policies that bans apps that facilitate in abuse or harassment, which Absher clearly has.

The app does many things that are pretty useful like paying fines and renewing licenses. However, what makes this app dangerous is the fact that is can track where a woman is at all times. A guardian can mark areas where the woman is not allowed to be and even grant the woman travel permits. If the woman is found at places she is not supposed to be at, the guardian will receive a call, notifying them.

Many women have tried to escape the oppressive country and this app makes it harder for them to do so. Before the Absher app, a guardian would have to pick up and fill up a form to grant the woman permission to travel. While the app does eliminate the need to do that and provide a faster process, it does make life harder for a woman in Saudi Arabia.

Many women have gone as far as stealing their guardian’s smartphones and resetting their Absher passwords to give themselves travel authorizations. A person, regardless of gender deserves freedom and should not be subjected to such an abusive way of life. While taking the app off Google and Apple’s platforms may probably not change the way of life for women in Saudi Arabia dramatically, it is a step in the right direction to show the country that that sort of oppression will not be condoned. For the latest tech and app news, TechNave.com is the place to look out for.


The OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G runs on Snapdragon 782G & 120Hz AMOLED display

No, it's not the OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G but the OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G. In case you didn't know, this phone will be revealed soon on 5 July 2023 during the OnePlus Nord Summer Launch Event. Besides that, the Nord 3 5G and Nords Buds 2r are going to be unveiled too.

While not much information is shared, the OnePlus Nord Summer Launch Event website has some of them. For starters, the OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G is confirmed to have a Snapdragon 782G chipset, a 120Hz AMOLED display and will come in Aqua Surge colour. The OnePlus Nord 3 5G will also have the same display, and its main camera is a Sony IMX890 sensor with OIS.

On the other hand, the OnePlus Nord Buds 2r will come in two colour variants - Deep Gray and Triple Blue. It's said that the TWS earbuds will have 12.4mm drivers, as well as dual mics and an AI clear call feature that blocks out background noise when you have a phone call.

If you hit 'Notify Me' on the OnePlus Nord Summer Launch Event website, you stand a chance to win a free OnePlus Nord 3 5G too. Besides that, there are other ways to win too so just head to the page here and check it out.


The OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G & Nord Buds 2 will be launching in Malaysia soon

Today, OnePlus confirmed that there's going to be a new OnePlus Nord Launch Event on 4 April 2023. The OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G and OnePlus Nord Buds 2 will be unveiled then as the first Nord series products of 2023.

According to the company, the new OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G will include a new Pastel Lime colour and a "two-circle camera layout" which can be seen in the images here. There will be a triple rear camera setup, a single punch-hole front camera, and the side frames are flat. On the official webpage, it's confirmed to have a 5000mAh battery with 67W SuperVOOC charging speed.

On the other hand, the Nord Buds 2 design is also confirmed in the image above. From the looks of it, the new wireless earbuds' design shouldn't stray too far from the predecessor, including its charging case. The specs shouldn't be too different too, featuring 12.4mm dual drivers, Active Noise Cancellation, Dolby Atmos sound support system, Bluetooth 5.2, IP55 water and dust resistance and others.

The ‘Larger than life – A OnePlus Nord Launch Event’ will be an online launch event on 4 April at 9:30 PM MYT, 2023. You can visit OnePlus MY’s official website here and click “Notify Me” to stand a chance to win a free OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G.


The OnePlus Nord will most likely come with 4 cameras and 5G

Image courtesy of @Onleaks via Phonearena.com

It seems that OnePlus’ upcoming budget smartphone, which is the OnePlus Nord, will come equipped with a triple rear camera setup in the back as well as 5G support. While not much is known in regards to the exact tech specs of the device, our source did mention that the device will come with a 48MP + 16MP + 2MP while the front remains largely unknown.

In terms of the display, the Nord will have a Snapdragon 765 chipset, 6.4-inch OLED 90Hz display, and a 4000mAh internal battery which supports warp charge. With all that said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that OnePlus has yet to provide a statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s no news on the Malaysia release date and local pricing of the smartphone for now. Would you be interested in getting the OnePlus Nord 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.


The Outlook app on iOS and Android is now showing more ads to non-Microsoft 365 subscribers

Microsoft is reportedly putting more ads in its Outlook mobile app for both iOS and Android, something that free users of the platform have been enduring for the past few months. Previously, the company only put ads in the ‘Other’ tab within the app for free users but now, it’s popping up in the single-inbox mode too.

In fact, ads are now appearing at the top of an inbox and are almost purposefully designed to look like real emails. If this sounds familiar, well, it’s basically similar to how ads are shown on the web versions of Gmail and Outlook itself.

As reported by The Verge, the change has been implemented by Microsoft over the past few months and the only way to avoid ads altogether is by being a Microsoft 365 subscriber. The matter was confirmed by the tech giant who said that for free users of Outlook, ads are shown in their inbox. However, users do have the option to only see ads on the ‘Other’ inbox if they enable the ‘Focused inbox’ feature on the Outlook mobile app.

So, what do you guys think of Microsoft adding more ads into Outlook? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news such as this!


The PICO 4 is now on a RM100 discount with 6 free VR games until 15 November

The PICO 4 was only recently announced in the middle of October so we didn't expect it to be on promo sale that soon. From today onwards until 15 November 2022, the PICO 4 can be purchased at RM100 less than its retail price, at RM1,599 for the 128GB variant and RM1,899 for the 256GB variant.

On top of that, the promotion also comes with free access to six games that are worth more than RM500. The game bundle includes Wands Alliance, In Death: Unchained, A Fisherman's Tale, Multibrush, Puzzling Places as well as workout content Les Mills Bodycombat. It is an addition to the four games (After The Fall, Down The Rabbit Hole, OhShape, and All-in-One Sports VR) that come with the PICO 4.

Additionally, PICO is also running a 24-hour flash deal on 11 November where the PICO Neo 3 Link will be offered at a special price of RM999. For your information, the usual retail price of RM1,599. Both PICO 4 and PICO Neo 3 Link can be purchased at the PICO store on Lazada, Shopee and TikTok Shop, while stocks last.

If you are into VR gaming, it's now the perfect time to get your hands on the PICO 4 at this period. You can also check out our news coverage about the device right here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


The PICO Neo 3 Link is now RM1099, permanently

Today, PICO Malaysia just announced that the PICO Neo 3 Link's price has been slashed to RM500. To refresh your memory, the original price of the VR headset was RM1599 but with the new price drop, it's now RM1099 and available for purchase nationwide and in PICO Stores across all platforms.

In addition, PICO has also launched its Fit for Feast Promotion from now until the 23rd of February 2023. Every purchase of the PICO Neo 3 Link and PICO 4 entitles you to redeem up to six VR games worth up to RM 755, which includes All-In-One Sports VR, After the Fall, Cities VR, Arizona Sunshine, Down the Rabbit Hole, and Oh Shape.

On top of the permanent price slash, customers who purchase the PICO Neo 3 Link during this promotion period stand to save over RM1000. You can get a PICO unit at the PICO store on Lazada, Shopee, TikTok Shop, or at the PICO flagship store in Sunway Pyramid while stocks last, with terms and conditions, apply.


The POCO F4 5G is launching soon with a SD870 chipset, 12GB + 256GB and more

POCO is planning to release another smartphone soon and it's a variant of the POCO F4 series. On POCO India's official Twitter, the company has been hyping the POCO F4 5G and it's a lesser version due to its specs mentioned there over the weekend.

By visiting the Twitter account and scrolling down, the POCO F4 5G has quite an impressive list of features. There's 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage, 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and a Snapdragon 870 chipset. POCO India also claimed that the POCO F4 5G is one of the most optimised Snapdragon 870 devices.

The POCO F4 5G comes jam packed with specs that are engineered to blow past your expectations. Take a guess on the the RAM and ROM storage?Just remember, it has #EverythingYouNeed #MadeOfMAD pic.twitter.com/ePCNH99MSR

The Snapdragon 870 on the POCO F4 5G is one of the most optimised Snapdragon 800 series chipsets out there. Combined with LiquidCool 2.0, the POCO F4 5G delivers sustained peak performance which even smartphones with better chipsets can't beat . Let us tell you why. [1/6]

On top of that, it also comes with a LiquidCool 2.0 technology that will serve mobile gamers. The account even released a graph explaining how the LiquidCool 2.0's vapour chamber absorbs the heat from the chipset and then turns the liquid inside into vapour which condenses the phone's temperature.

On paper, the POCO F4 5G is most impressive but other critics weren't shy to point out that it's just a rebranded Redmi K40s that was released in China. The Redmi K series is usually only exclusive to the Chinese market but will get repackaged with the POCO brand name globally.

Should that be the case, that also means the POCO F4 5G would have the same 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and Dolby Vision support, as well as a 4500mAh battery with a 67W fast charging feature. Moreover, the triple rear camera should come with a 64MP (main) + 8MP (ultrawide) + 2MP (macro) setup and a 20MP front camera.

The POCO F4 5G has no official launching date yet and we won't be surprised to see the phone coming to Malaysia too. What do you think about the phone? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


The POCO F4 GT & Samsung Galaxy S22 5G series are now compatible with DNB's 5G network

With the release of the POCO F4 GT last night, it was also announced by Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) that the phone can be connected to a 5G network in Malaysia. Besides that, the Samsung Galaxy S22 5G, Galaxy S22+ 5G, and Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G  are now compatible as well.

Just like the Samsung Galaxy S21 series, you will have to update all the Samsung Galaxy S22 series models' One UI software to the latest version in order to use the 5G network in Malaysia. While Xiaomi Malaysia didn't disclose any steps for the POCO F4 GT, we assume that it's the same with the software update.

To recap, the POCO F4 GT is available in Malaysia in Stealth Black, Knight Silver, and Cyber Yellow. Releasing in two variants, it will be priced at RM2299 or RM2499 for the 8GB + 128GB and 12GB + 256GB variant respectively. There's also an early bird pricing starting from 28 April 2022, which will be priced at RM1999 and RM2199 respectively.

Despite the aforementioned phones being available to connect to the 5G network, that also means customers will have to purchase a separate YES 5G SIM card (unless they are already using it). At the time of posting this news, Celcom, Digi, Maxis and U Mobile have not agreed to the terms of the 5G Reference Access Offer by DNB. This has unfortunately brought a lot of inconvenience for Malaysian mobile users.

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


The POCO F4 GT design got leaked out before the launching day tomorrow

The POCO F4 GT will be unveiled tomorrow (26 April) and there's a huge leak before the launching day. Taken from WinFuture, a German website, the phone is exposed in its full glory and we won't be surprised if all the tech specs and features are accurate.

Starting with the design, the POCO F4 GT could come with a striking design and a sporty look in yellow, silver (or grey?) and black. The design also revealed two slide switches next to the two shoulder buttons that just scream mobile gaming. The tech specs are also the same as the Xiaomi Redmi K50 Gaming which was already launched in the Chinese market.

To refresh your memory, the POCO F4 GT should be equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset, at least 8GB of RAM and either 128GB or 256GB of storage. Since it has the same tech specs as the Redmi K50 Gaming, there should also be 12GB of RAM available. Meanwhile, the battery pack is 4700mAh with 120W fast charging technology.

Moreover, the POCO F4 GT should also feature a 6.67-inch OLED display with up to a 120H refresh rate in FHD resolution. On the back, it has a Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection alongside that triple rear camera. This consists of the primary 64MP Sony IMX686 sensor while the front camera is said to be 16MP.

The POCO F4 GT livestream will start at 8 PM tomorrow and you can check it out on YouTube. Are you looking forward to this model? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


The POCO F4 GT is coming soon and could be released as a rebadged Redmi K50 Gaming Pro

Today, a new POCO F4 GT has been announced and will be released on 26 April 2022. So what's up with this phone? Well, if you are curious and want to know then read on below to check it out.

According to sources, an alleged Geekbench score has spelt out the highlighted tech specs of the POCO F4 GT. It is said that the phone could be using a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset and 12GB of RAM, resulting in 1243 and 3726 points for its single-core and multi-core tests respectively. Moreover, the POCO F4 GT could be a rebadged Redmi K50 Gaming Pro device.

Should that be true, then the POCO F4 GT could also feature a 6.67-inch OLED display supporting up to a 120Hz refresh rate and 480Hz touch sampling rate. On top of that, it may have a Corning Gorilla Victus Glass material as well as a 10bit colour gamut. On the back, the phone could have a 64MP (main) + 8MP (ultrawide) + 2MP (macro) triple rear camera, whereas the front camera is 20MP.

The battery pack could be a 4700mAh dual-cell type with a 120W fast charging technology. Like the gaming variant, it should have a cooling system, pop-up physical buttons, a JBL quad-speaker system, gaming mics and NFC. Finally, it should run on MIUI 13 based on Android 12 out of the box.

On paper, the POCO F4 GT looks very promising and we will just have to wait for the livestream. It will be broadcasted on YouTube, Xiaomi and POCO's Facebook page, and Twitter starting at 8 PM. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple and Google reveal mobility trend of Malaysia during MCO

As you are all aware, the movement restriction order (MCO) has caused many things to change. The restriction meant that unless it's for purchasing essentials, most of us are going out at all. This is evident with the mobility trend reports published by Apple and Google recently.

Apple's mobility trend report is a simple site that lets you check the foot and car traffic of major cities and 63 countries around the globe. As of 13 April 2020, there has been a 51% decrease in driving and a 61% reduction in foot traffic. If you look at the chart, that's not even the lowest as it dipped below that at some point between March and April 2020. The increase towards the end can be attributed to the fact that some sectors have been allowed to operate again.

Google's report is a bit more nuanced, with it describing the change in mobility for six different sectors. You can see a spike in mobility from the 'grocery & pharmacy' category with this report around 15 March 2020. This coincided with the rush of panic buying in Malaysia, as people scrambled to buy the essentials before MCO was put into effect.

We don't need to see these reports to know that car and foot traffic will go down, but it's still interesting to know the exact numbers. It shows that despite the minority of troublemakers, most people are obeying the instructions to stay at home. For more interesting news like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


The POCO X3 GT will be arriving in Malaysia soon on 28 July

Today, Xiaomi Malaysia just announced that a new POCO smartphone is on the way to Malaysia. The POCO X3 GT is a new one for us and both its price and availability will be announced on 28 July 2021, at 8 PM (GMT). There isn't much information about the phone, but previous leaks suggest that it's a mid-range tier device.

According to sources, the POCO X3 GT could be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 1100 5G. There are two memory variants too - 6GB and 8GB of RAM, followed by 128GB and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. On the external, it might have a 6.6-inch IPS LCD with a 16MP front camera as a punch-hole (or a notch, we shall see).

To the back of the POCO X3 GT, there could be a triple rear camera that consists of a 64MP (main) + 8MP (ultrawide) + 2MP (macro) sensor. Finally, the battery pack could be utilising 5000mAh with a super-fast 67W fast charging technology. It's worth noting that it may have an IP53 splash and dust resistant rating.

If the tech specs sound familiar to you, that's because it is. In fact, it seems to be a repackaged Redmi Note 10 Pro but from the Chinese market version (not the same as our local set). Oh well, there's just a week to see so until then, stay tuned for our official news coverage at TechNave.com.


The POCO X3 NFC will be launching in Malaysia on 7 September 2020

Just a few hours ago, the official POCO Malaysia Facebook page has confirmed the existence of the POCO X3 NFC. The launching date was revealed as well and we can all witness the livestream event on 7 September 2020 at 20:00 hours (GMT+8).

Prior to the announcement, there were a couple of tech spec leaks here and there. So far, rumours have it that the device could be featuring a new Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G chipset, a 6.67-inch display with up to 120Hz refresh rate and 240Hz touch sampling latency. The comments section seem to be aligned with the rumours as well but do take it with a pinch of salt.

Besides that, the camera setup could be a 20MP on the front, whereas the 64MP main camera is situated at the back as part of the quad camera module. Finally, there could be a 5160mAh battery with a 33W fast charging support as well.

Honestly speaking, the POCO X3 NFC seems like a bizarre phone choice that nobody was expecting. But what do you think? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


The POCO X3 Pro could be launching on 30 March 2021 with high-end specs

A few hours ago, India POCO released a new letter online on their social media platform teasing about a new phone. Although they didn't really say the name out loud, it's quite obvious that they are hinting at the arrival of the POCO X3 Pro which could be coming soon on 30 March 2021.

In the letter, you can see that they bolded some letters and numbers. Particularly "X", "21", "30 M" and "PRO". It may seem like a random thing to do, but how the fans decipher the code was 2+1 = 3, hence the POCO X3 together with PRO. As for 30 M, the M represents March so that's how we got our allegedly launching date. Team POCO also remarked how the upcoming flagship would be as good as the Pocophone F1 in terms of performance and price.

Same madness, only more!Get ready for #PROformance coz ONLY a POCO can beat a POCO. pic.twitter.com/PeW2AX0ZjL

To refresh your memory, the Pocophone F1 back then destroyed the market with top-tier specs for RM1299 which was insane. According to rumours, the POCO X3 Pro could be featuring a Snapdragon 860 chipset, 6GB/8GB of RAM, 128GB/256GB internal storage, 5200mAh battery pack and a 120Hz display. For the price, it could be released for 21,000 Rupee (~RM1188).

To date, no other phone was quite like the Pocophone F1. Since no other phone came close, Team POCO said "only a POCO can beat a POCO". We will keep you up to date on the device so until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


The POCO X4 GT will also join the POCO F4 5G together for the global launch event

Previously, it was announced that the POCO F4 5G will have a global debut on 23 June 2022. That being said, the POCO X4 GT will also join alongside the former, whereby the livestream will start at 8 PM (GMT+8) on POCO's Facebook page and YouTube.

So what do we know about the POCO X4 GT? Well, online sources said that the phone is a repackage of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 11T Pro Plus. The following specs are the same which include a 6.6-inch LCD with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 supporting a 120Hz refresh rate. Moreover, the MediaTek Dimensity 8100 chipset is also present alongside 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.

On the other hand, you should also see the same 64MP (main) + 8MP (ultrawide) + 2MP (macro) triple rear camera. The front camera is 20MP and the battery is packing 5080mAh. As expected, it supports fast charging with 67W and other notable features include an NFC connection, an audio jack port and running on Android 12 out of the box.

The POCO brand is quite popular in the Malaysian market so we expect to see these devices making their way here soon. But what do you think of the POCO X4 GT? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


The POCO X5 5G series is coming to Malaysia soon on 6 February 2023

Just a few hours ago, POCO Malaysia just announced that the POCO X5 Pro 5G and POCO X5 5G will be making their way to Malaysia soon. From its Facebook page, the new phones will be launching here on 6 February 2023 at 8 PM via livestream.

As usual, there aren't many tech specs details given by the company. However, some European retailers have listed the devices already and "accidentally" publish the specs list online. So according to sources, the POCO Pro 5G could feature a Snapdragon 778G chipset in either a 6GB + 128GB or 8GB + 256GB memory setup. Then for the vanilla POCO X5, it could use a Snapdragon 695 chipset with the same aforementioned memory configuration.

On the other hand, the POCO X5 Pro and POCO X5 could feature the same 6.67-inch AMOLED display with up to a 120Hz AMOLED display. The camera setup is different, though, as the pro variant could use a 108MP main camera and 16MP front camera, as opposed to the X5's 45MP main camera and 13MP front camera. The ultrawide and macro lens could be the same at 8MP and 2MP respectively.

Last but not least, the details also mentioned that both phones could have a 5000mAh battery pack. The charging speed would be faster on the POCO X5 Pro with a 67W, while the POCO X5 is half of that with a 33W charging speed. It's worth mentioning that both phones could have water splash resistance and run on MIUI 14 based on Android 12.

The POCO X5 Pro and POCO X5 livestream event will happen on its Facebook, YouTube and Twitter pages. Until then, stay tuned for our news coverage only at TechNave.com.


The PS5 now cost RM200 more, but the Xbox Series S/X and Nintendo Switch's price tags remain

As most of you already know, the PlayStation 5 (PS5) price tag for both Ultra HD Blu-ray and Digital edition has been increased. The price tag has affected many markets across the globe, including Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Canada. The USA is not affected by this.

According to Sony Interactive Entertainment, the main contributor to the price increase is none other than the global economic environment and high inflation rates. During the pandemic, there was a serious issue of chip shortages which affected the limited sales of many devices, particularly the PS5. Although the supply chain got better this year, inflation raised drastically.

As per reference, below is the before and after PS5 price adjustment that is now effective immediately:

That said, Microsoft confirmed that there will be no plans to raise the price of the Xbox Series S and Series X. The spokesperson told the media that the "Xbox Series S suggested retail price remains at $299 (£250, €300) the Xbox Series X is $499 (£450, €500),". That's roughly around ~RM1337 and ~RM2232 respectively. In Malaysia, the current Xbox consoles are much more expensive (RM1499 and RM2899 respectively) due to the lack of an official Xbox distributor and partner.

On the other hand, Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa also told the media that the company wants to "avoid pricing people out", so the Nintendo Switch is safe for now. Anyway, are you still planning to buy a PS5? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


The Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 comes with features that cater to vloggers for ~RM3201

It seems camera manufacturers are starting to turn their eyes to the vlogging scene. A few weeks ago, Sony announced its Sony ZV-1 camera for vloggers. Now, Panasonic is also joining in with the new Lumix DC-G100 mirrorless camera.

The Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 is a Micro Four Thirds (MFT) that has a 20.3MP MOS sensor. It's able to snap great stills with an ISO of up to 25600. Also, you can use it to record Full HD videos at 60p or 4K videos at 30p. Included with the camera is the Lumix G Vario 12-32mm lens, a 26-64mm equivalent lens with an aperture of f/3.5 to 5.6. Best of all, there's a 3-inch touchscreen LCD that you can flip out to the side so you can easily see yourself while vlogging.

Besides the above, the Lumix DC-G100 also comes with other useful features. This includes the 5-axis Hybrid Image Stabilisation, OZO Audio system that can track your subjects, and the pre-installed V-Log L that lets you colour-grade the videos you capture. There's even a Video Selfie Mode that automatically selects adjust settings like depth of field (for Bokeh) and the audio for voice clarity.

Panasonic hasn't announced when its new mirrorless camera will be available in Malaysia, but the Lumix DC-G10 is currently available in the US for USD 747.99 (~RM3201). So, would you be interested in purchasing this camera when it launches here? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for further updates.


The Perfect Tablet for College Students - Huawei Mediapad M3 Lite

Getting a new device like smartphone or tablet as a college student could be difficult due to budget limitations. But not to worry as good smartphone or tablet is getting more affordable nowadays. Introducing the Huawei Mediapad M3 Lite, the perfect tablet for college students. At a price tag of RM999 here in Malaysia, the M3 Lite worth every bit when it comes to features and performance. Check out the video below to know more about the Huawei Mediapad M3 Lite.


The PlayGalaxy Link that lets you stream PC games on the Samsung Galaxy Note10 series is now on beta

It was only recently that Samsung has announced its global mobile integration partnership with Discord. Now the company is stepping up further with its PlayGalaxy Link app and it has been launched in the USA and South Korea on the Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+.

Initially announced at the #Unpacked event in just last month, PlayGalaxy was introduced as a feature to allow players to stream a game from their PC onto the Galaxy device. With this, it allows the game to be played through WiFi or 4G (and 5G). Mobile players are encouraged to have Bluetooth gamepads or the iconic keyboard and mouse to play via PlayGalaxy.

According to Samsung, they recommend using glap.play controllers that suit Galaxy devices pretty well but the PC will need a minimum of Intel Core i5, 8GB of RAM, Nvidia GTX 1060 or AMD Radeon 550 graphics and a gigabit router. In addition, Xbox controllers are also compatible.

Samsung plans to expand PlayGalaxy to more countries and devices (including tablets!) in the future. To learn more about PlayGalaxy, you can head over to its official website PlayGalaxy.com right here. Stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


The PlayStation 5 Pro could be released in 2024...or not at all

The PlayStation 5 Pro (PS5 Pro) has become a hot topic recently. However, there are conflicting news from sources - one stating that the PS5 Pro would be released in 2024 and the other that it's not happening.

According to Insider Gaming, the media news outlet claimed that the PS5 Pro is already in development and could release in late 2024. We previously reported that Sony has been working on a detachable disc drive but Insider Gaming said that's not the PS5 Pro. In fact, it's a new model to replace the PS5 in the future to reduce production and shipping costs.

On the other hand, we also saw some news that the PS6 could arrive in 2028 (more or less). So in the period between now and then, whistleblower and UP owner RedGamingTech shared that the PS5 Pro would be cancelled and replaced with a personalized PS5 console known as Gen 2 or V2. This personalized PS5 is the one with the detachable disc drive.

Whichever it is, we think it's best to take this news with a grain of salt because it's all just from sources that aren't official. However, given Sony's past track record, having a Pro variant of the PlayStation is likely since there was a PS4 Pro. Anyway, we will just have to wait and see.