Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus Coral Blue edition now officially available in Malaysia starting from RM3299

You guys have probably known this from our last coverage here, but it is now official - Samsung Malaysia has officially announced the Samsung Galaxy S8 and Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus in beautiful Coral Blue edition.

Apparently according to Samsung, through YouGov, a comprehensive survey shows that blue was the world’s favourite colour and is often associated with precision and intellect (yay). Thus, Samsung has turned the world’s favourite shade of colour into the S8’s new stunning colour.

The Galaxy S8 Coral Blue will be available at the recommended retail price of RM 3299, while the Galaxy S8+ Coral Blue will be offered at recommended retail price of RM3699 from 7 July 2017 onwards.

To find out more about Samsung Galaxy S8 I S8+ or its latest offers, please visit http://www.samsung.com/my/ or Samsung Mobile Malaysia Facebook Page


Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus pre-order units now up for grabs!

Good news for those who pre-ordered their Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus. Pre-order customers can now make their way to their preferred Samsung Experience Stores (SES) to collect their respective units!

Also to top it off, Samsung has collaborated with Grab to offer those pre-order customers a free ride to their preferred Samsung stores to complement their exclusive early bird purchases.

So hurry up people! Head down to Samsung right now and travel in style for FREE!

For those who would like to check out our review for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus you can check it out here. Stay tuned for the lastest tech news and updates only on TechNave.com.


Android games are coming to Windows next year from the Google Play Games app

Mobile gaming is certainly one of the favourite entertainment things to go to for Malaysians and they should be even happier with this news. During The Game Awards 2021, Google showed a teaser of a Google Play Games app that will allow you to play mobile games on your Windows devices.

According to Greg Hartrell, the Product Director of games on Android and Google Play, he said that the Google Play Games app will begin sometime in 2022. The optimisation also means that you can sync your accounts between your Windows PCs and phone. You can also resume back to where you last stopped between the devices.

On top of that, the Google Play Games app will support Windows 10 and above but will not support game streaming. Besides Windows PCs, you can also integrate your Google Play account on a tablet and Chromebook. It's not known which mobile game will be eligible but here's hoping that all of them can do.

At the moment of this announcement, the Google Play Games app is Google's own project. The company hasn't partnered with Microsoft, BlueStacks or others yet but we think they would go hand in hand naturally since Microsoft is also working on bringing Android mobile games to Windows 11. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ gets a RM600 price slash

Hey TechNavers, starting today until 15 February 2018, Samsung Malaysia Electronics will be rewarding its fans with a 7-day special Joy of Prosperity campaign promotion to own a Galaxy device of their choice! For the Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+, Galaxy J7 and Galaxy J7 Pro, you get to save up to RM600 and will also receive additional Senheng vouchers worth RM388! Check out the table below for price reference:

Just for your information, the Senheng vouchers are only applicable to those who purchase the Galaxy Note 8 (no savings for this one, sorry), Galaxy S8 or the Galaxy S8+. The e-vouchers are redeemable from your mySamsung app after your Samsung product purchase at any Senheng or senQ outlets nationwide before 25 February 2018. All you need to do is immediately activate your mySamsung app and click on the ‘Joy of Prosperity Rewards to receive the vouchers.

To know more about the Joy of Prosperity campaign, you can visit the official webpage here and this will be a first come first serve basis. Better not wait if this is what you want. Happy shopping!


Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ now available in Senheng, while Gear 360 and Gear VR are on sale in 11street

On the same day as the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ got released in Malaysia last week, Senheng also did their own mini launch + exhibition, letting customers having hands-on experience with the latest devices as well as the Samsung Gear 360 and Gear VR with a Controller.

According to Senheng, customers who purchase the latest Galaxy smartphones will be granted a 1 Year warranty, 24-months installment (RM137.47 for S8 and RM154.13 for S8+ respectively) with 0% interest, a new Payback card, as well as a new PlusOne Loyalty Program.

Inside the PlusOne Loyalty Program, there is a new cardless membership program allows PlusOne members to check on their details at any one of Senheng’s nationwide showrooms and also via Senheng App. PlusOne Online where customers can sign up for free with no fees. Check the table below for more details.

In addition, 11street is also officially selling the Gear 360 and Gear VR (+ controller) on their website. The shipping fee is free and the warranty is 1 year from Samsung Malaysia for RM999 and RM499 respectively.

Click either of the links below to find out more details.


Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ pre-order passed 700,000 units in South Korea

Pre-orders for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ are going pretty well especially in South Korea. It was only a mere two days ago that Samsung has broke their own record, beating out the unfortunate Note 7 pre-order record with more than 550,000 units. So what about right now? Well, they have passed 700,000 units.

“The Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ reached 728,000 units, as of Wednesday, in Korea. We are aiming to sell 1 million units before officially launching the smartphone,” said DJ Koh, head of Samsung's mobile business, at a media conference at its Seocho office building in Seoul.

Koh also told the media that while they weren’t able to give the exact number of figure of the pre-orders in USA, it’s confirmed that the S8 pre-order sales is higher than the Galaxy S. On top of that, he assured the S8 series is definitely safe to use, after claiming to have tested out battery test for the flagships.

21 April 2017 is the official date for the Galaxy S8 and S8+ to launch, but we still haven’t got any word on Malaysia being part of the first wave. But how did your S8 and S8+ pre-order day go? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ unpacked with bigger screen, new iris scanner, wireless charging, Bixby assistant, and more

Today, during the Samsung Unpacked 2017 event at New York. Samsung has finally unveiled the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus. The new flagships were designed in mind to push the boundaries of traditional smartphones with its seamless hardware design and a variety of new service offerings, such as  the launch of multiple services and apps, as well as a stunning Infinity Display for immersive viewing experiences. Below is the official specifications:

The Galaxy S8 Plus (left) and S8 (right)

It comes in five colours - Midnight Black, Orchid Gray, Arctic Silver, Coral Blue and Maple Gold

The new Infinite display, no more physical home button

Speaker grill, USB Type-C and headphone jack

Camera mode includes - Auto, Pro, Panorama, Selective Focus, Slow Motion, Hyperlapse, Food, Virtual Shot and more

Samsung CONNECT feature, allowing you to connect to almost anything electronic related

The new facial recognition security feature

Samsung DeX, it's literally your CPU now

(Updated) - The Galaxy S8 and S8+ will be available starting on 21 April 2017 globally, but we are not sure if Malaysia is part of the first wave or not. And according to Lee Jui Siang, VP of IT and Mobile at Samsung Malaysia Electronics, he confirmed that the two flagship devices will be ready for pre-order on 11-13 April 2017 in Malaysia. The pre-order package will also come in a bundle and will only be available in Midnight Black, Maple Gold, and Orchid Gray.

No prices were also mentioned during the event, but the telcos in the U.S. have already listed theirs. According to sources, here's how the full price looks like there

Back when the S7 and S7 edge was released last year, it was only $669 and $769 respectively. After conversion excluding tax and GST, the "cheapest" we could get is only around RM3182 for the S8, and around RM3757 for the S8+.

We shall see when Samsung Malaysia makes the announcement officially. Stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com!


Samsung Galaxy S8+ battery life test (and new rumours about Galaxy Note 8)

For sharp eyed tech-geeks, some may noticed the drop of battery capacity comparing the Samsung Galaxy S8+ and Galaxy S7 edge. It does seem weird for the downgrade, even though the difference is only 100mAh. But Samsung does have a new 10nm chip to assist the power efficiency. So how good is the battery life?

Phonearena.com has decided to take this matter to their hands and tested the Exynos 8895 processor S8+ version. To find out how long it can last, they went through their standard test of comparing all the phones with the display set to the same level of 200 nits of brightness. Below is the result of their findings.

So comparing the S8+ and S7 edge, the S8+ can last around an hour longer despite the battery downgrade. It’s also noted that it has beat out other smartphones such as the Google Pixel XL, OnePlus 3T, Huawei P10 (to be fair, P10 Plus is not available yet). However, the iPhone 7 Plus stands strong taking the first spot.

Meanwhile, we also learn that Samsung has confirmed the Galaxy Note 8 will indeed happen this year, information from sources said that it’s scheduled to launch at the third quarter of the year.

Are you excited of the Galaxy S8 and S8+ pre-order on 11 April? As well as the return of the Galaxy Note series? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Samsung News at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S8 series will no longer receive security updates as four years have passed

As Samsung only provide four years of security updates for its smartphones starting from the launch date, the Galaxy S8 series will now lose the privilege. From now on, the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus will no longer receive the updates.

The Galaxy S8 series was announced back in 2017. In the first two years, the devices had received monthly updates and later moved to quarterly updates in the third and fourth year. Not only the Galaxy S8, but it is also worth mentioning that all Samsung smartphones will have the same fate. For the Galaxy S9 series, they'll still be getting updates for about a year.

Samsung is currently the only Android smartphone maker that provides such a long period of updates for users, and not even Google provides updates for so long. For those Galaxy S8 users who care a lot about the updates, maybe it's time for you to switch to a newer Galaxy. You can read our latest review on the Galaxy S21 Ultra or check out the tech specs of the other Galaxy S21 devices by clicking here.

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


Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus and Galaxy S9 Mini a possibility, could appear in March 2018

Remember back during the day when Samsung used to make mini versions of their S-line of devices? There wasn’t a Galaxy S8 Mini but reports from BusinessKorea show that there could be a Samsung Galaxy S9 Mini in March 2018 next year along with the Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus.

The Galaxy S9 Mini is allegedly sporting a 4-inch display with curved edges and the next generation infinity display. No news about what ratio it will be, but it is speculated that it will maintain the ever growing 18.5:9 aspect ratio trend, just like the Samsung Galaxy S8. If this is true, the Galaxy S9 may look like the smallest Samsung device ever.

As expected, early rumours did not manage to cover on what specs it will hold nor an official price that we could go on. However as expected of Galaxy S devices, it is heavily rumoured to come with top shelf specs. Mini devices in the past usually pack lower-end innards but who knows? Maybe Samsung might be going top shelf with the Mini this time around.

Remember guys, these are still really early rumours so do remember to take them with a pinch of salt because theres really no way of confirming these until the day actually comes. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates.


Samsung Galaxy S9 Review: Enhanced entertaining features with a slightly tweaked design

Samsung is back again with their flagship S series with the release of the Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+. To get straight to the point, the Samsung Galaxy S9 is seemingly much like a Galaxy S8 with everything enhanced. Surprisingly, the S9 still costs the same at RM3299 as last year when the Galaxy S8 came out despite new features like a dual aperture camera and super slow motion video. Read on and see if the Galaxy S9 is the device for you in our review below.

With the success of the dual curved edge infinity display, it is no surprise that Samsung have made very few changes to the Samsung Galaxy S9 in terms of design as it carries pretty much everything from its predecessor. While you can't really tell a difference when you put the S9 and S8 side by side, Samsung has made the bezel slightly thinner, making the curved infinity display look more immersive.

With the biggest complaint of all time from the S8, Samsung has finally repositioned their fingerprint sensor below their camera lens instead of to the side. This definitely makes it much easier to reach and less hassle or likelihood of accidentally misplacing your finger on the camera lens.

The back, fingerprint scanner has finally moved to the bottom of the camera.

Volume rocker and Bixby Assistant Button

Here are the specifications for the Galaxy S9:

As expected, we got the Samsung Exynos 9810 processor for the Malaysia market as usual, as well as the 4GB RAM. The 64GB internal storage stays the same but you can now expand up to 400GB via microSD card. This could be a huge advantage for users who store everything on their device. Still packed with many features, this includes IP68 water and dust resistance, Wireless Charging, a Fingerprint Scanner, Iris Scanner, Face Unlock, a dedicated Bixby A.I. digital assistant and of course their new AR Emoji, Dual Aperture, 960 FPS Slow Mo, Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos and Gigabytes LTE.

Starting from AR Emoji Samsung have also introduced their very own AR-Emoji, which works similarly like Apple Animoji but at a more personal level. AR-Emoji allows you to create your own animated character based on your face. A little customization like skin tone and outfit can be done too. There's also a list animated Disney character emoji to choose from. The AR Emoji can be found in the camera app, so you can take pictures or even make videos with it.

A list of animated Gif will also be created so you can use it in third-party messaging apps like (Whatsapp, WeChat, Facebook Messenger and more.) Although it sounds like a ton of fun, the software just isn't there yet. Face tracking isn't responsive and it does have a hard time showing all facial expressions.

Toggling Dolby Atmos right from the Notifications Bar

Moving on, the stereo speakers that we all have been waiting for. The new stereo speakers definitely bring a whole new experience when it comes to listening to music, watching videos or even playing games. It also supports Dolby Atmos that boost audio level and creates a surround sound-like experience. The Dolby Atmos can be toggled ON and OFF right from the Notifications bar. Several settings can be done too depending on your preference.

Aperture can only be adjusted in Pro Mode

For the camera, the S9 gets a new Super Speed 12MP camera that includes Dual Aperture (F/1.5 to F/2.4) optics while still utilizing a Dual Pixel camera sensor with OIS. The Dual Aperture camera will adjust its F-stop based on lighting conditions, with F/2.4 for daylight and F/1.5 for low light. We could also set it manually in the Pro or manual mode.

We can also now capture beautiful 960 FPS Slow Mo. There's an Auto Motion Detect mode to be toggled ON to helps detect motion and starts recording. The Slow Motion video can be used as a wallpaper or shared with friends as a GIF. You can also add a background music to the Slow Motion Video afterwards.

As usual, the S9 is certainly Samsung's most powerful smartphone at the moment. We surely didn't experience any lag in our daily task or even gaming. The device stays at an acceptable heat while we were running the stress test, so it won't be an issue for daily use. As for the benchmark, we could see a major improvement compared to its predecessor. Check out the scores below.

At 3000 mAh capacity, the battery life performs very well for day-to-day use. You can easily achieve two and a half days without charging on standby mode. However, while on a normal usage you will need to charge it every night before you go to sleep. Heavy usage will only last you roughly about half a day, so we would suggest bringing a power bank if you like to play games or stream movies.

Moving on to the camera with the new Dual Aperture at (F/2.4) to (F/1.5), image quality appears to be brilliant as always. We can now easily achieve bokeh-licious photos without using any software. Lowlight photos seem to be much brighter and cleaner without any noise. Check out the image samples we have below!

Pay attention to the bokeh difference - or difference in blurry background

Rear Camera Night Shot: Long Exposure with Pro Mode

Selfie Camera : With and without Bokeh Mode

Selfie Camera Low light Shot : With and without Bokeh Mode

Finally, the 960 FPS Slow Mo is a bit of a hassle sometimes when you're trying to capture the exact moment. This is because the Auto Motion Detect mode starts capturing once it senses movement. Although it seems great, we would still very much prefer if Samsung allowed us to slow down the footage by ourselves afterward. There's no option to set a preferred moment to be slowed down in the video editor but it does work well with some forethought.

If you're a Samsung Galaxy S8 user, the answer for the title above would be a Yes and No. It may seem like many functions have been implemented for the Galaxy S9 compared to the S8, but not many of them are useful practically when it comes to daily tasks. However, if taking photos and entertainment means a lot to you, the superb low light and amazing speaker quality will make a huge difference for you. If you're thinking of upgrading from a Galaxy S7 Edge then the S9 is definitely worth the upgrade.

Priced at RM3299 here in Malaysia, you can still go for the Samsung S8 at RM2598 with some of the less faddish features lacking. If you prefer to have other smartphone brands, there's the Sony Xperia XZ Premium (RM3399), the Apple iPhone 8 (RM3649) and the Huawei Mate 10 Pro (RM3099).

So what do you think? Are you excited about the Galaxy S9? Let us know in the comments below, thanks for reading and stay tuned for more future reviews at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S9 & S9+ now gets a 1 month waive of instalment plan with 0% Easy Payment Plan

TGIF, TechNavers! Samsung Malaysia Electronics has just announced that their latest Galaxy S9 and S9+ devices will be easier to own now with Samsung's 0% Easy Payment Plan. Starting from 27 April until 20 May 2018, all consumers who purchase the Galaxy S9 series will get a one-month waiver of instalment payment.

Yup, this is the same one as Senheng and senQ that are currently doing on selected Samsung Galaxy models in their stores. For Samsung Malaysia's case, it comes with a monthly instalment plan from as low as RM252.01 for a 12-month plan, or if you want a 24-month plan then you can pay RM126 per month. In addition, there's also some extra payment for protection such as Samsung Screen Protection at RM89 (from RM149), Samsung Protection Plus at RM238 (from RM298) and a complimentary Samsung Screen Protection worth RM149.

Other benefits also include a phone trade-up and even earning some reward points for using Samsung Pay, Samsung Members and Bixby on your newly purchased device. Aside from Samsung Malaysia, other selected Samsung Authorized Dealers, Best Denki and Harvey Norman are also using this promotion.

To find out more about the 0% Easy Payment Plan for the Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+, please visit their official page right here and stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ set to appear at MWC 2018 at Barcelona

That's right, it's pretty much confirmed that Samsung Electronics will be holding an event at the upcoming MWC 2018 at Barcelona, Spain and we will be seeing the debut of the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ together. But that's not the only thing we are really excited about, the teaser on the poster reads "The Camera. Reimaged." so that's about time that Samsung shows us what they got.

Since 2016, the Galaxy S7 Edge remained one of the best camera smartphones and it was so good that they didn't bother changing the camera setup on the Galaxy S8 series. For the new Galaxy S9 series, we can expect it to come with a dual camera set just like the Note8 with the switchable Live Focus feature, but perhaps only the Galaxy S9+ will have the privilege using it, while the Galaxy S9 will continue using only one camera sensor.

According to leak designs, the design should look more or less the same with the trademarked Infinity Display sporting an 18:5:9 aspect ratio. Dual curved edge should be present and we hope the fingerprint sensor will be shifted to the centre below the main camera this time just like the Galaxy A8 (2018) series. Sources are also suggesting that the frame rates on the display are much higher, able to record up to 480fps at 1080p. Fast charging might not make it, due to the rumours of a "faster" wireless charging replacing it.

The Galaxy S9 and S9+ will take the stage of 25 February 2018 and it's been reported that the pre-orders will start the following next day. Stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com!


Android, iOS and Windows Phone Agent Smartwatch Coming Soon!

While every other major tech manufacturer (Sony, Google, Microsoft, Intel) seem to be gearing up for their own versions of smartwatches, the Pebble smartwatch alone has led the way in terms of functionality and design. Following in their crowd-funded footsteps is the Agent smartwatch, created in collaboration between Secret Labs and The House of Horology which provides a host of features that sound simply awesome. These features include:

The Agent smartwatch just finished it's Kickstarter campaign which raised $1012742 from 5685 backers. The companies will be taking reservations for the device starting from 1 July 2013 and mass production will start in December. The Agent smartwatch will be going at $299 (RM962) but do check them out or see their really awesome Kickstarter video below:


Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ leak with seemingly confirmed below camera fingerprint sensors, thank goodness!

Famous (or rather infamous) serial leaker @evleaks strikes again with some official looking front and back renders of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+. The renders don't reveal much more than what we already know but they do show that the front dual curved edge Infinity displays are still there while the rear fingerprint sensor has been moved below the cameras.

Due for 25 February 2018 at MWC, we assume that the dual rear cameras (and rumoured variable aperture or Live Focus) will go to the larger Galaxy S9+ but nothing has been confirmed for sure yet, so as always with such things, do take it with a pinch of salt. @evleaks has been accurate most of the time but you never know with such things.


Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ official 1 March 2018 pre-order details revealed

Samsung Malaysia Electronics have made it official with details on the pre-order promotion for the Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ starting from 1 March 2018 at 10am until 4 March 2018. Stay tuned to the site on that day and time to enter the pre-order (with a deposit of RM300) and get a Harmon Kardon Onyx Mini Bluetooth speaker worth RM699 for free (while stocks last) to be delivered or collected together come 16 March 2018.

The prices remain the same as previously mentioned but here's the list just in case:

Available in black, blue and purple or just black if you want the 256GB storage Galaxy S9+, the pre-order promotion will be available from Celcom, Digi, Maxis, U Mobile, Yes, Harvey Norman, Senheng, SenQ, 11street, Lazada and Shopee as well. While there is a trade up program to trade in your old device for discounts on the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ you can only do so from 9 March to 30 April 2018 and therefore won't be applicable for this pre-order period.


Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ officially launched in Malaysia from RM3299 with FREE wireless charging stand

Samsung Malaysia officially launched the Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ with prices from RM3299 (Galaxy S9, 64GB), RM3799 (Galaxy S9+, 64GB), RM3999 (Galaxy S9+ 128GB) and RM4399 (Galaxy S9+, 256GB) respectively. Available in Lilac Purple, Midnight Black and Coral Blue at roadshows starting from 16 March 2018 to 18 March 2018, the duo come with a free wireless charging stand (worth RM279) and a 30% PWP discount off the RM1299 Samsung Gear Sport smartwatch. You can also get the Galaxy S9 and S9+ at authorized resellers and Samsung Experience stores.

The previous trade-in or trade up program where you can get up to an RM400 discount is still valid until 30 April 2018. Check out our other Galaxy S9 and S9+ articles below and stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S9 beats out S8 in first looks camera samples?

While we wait for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S9 to come during MWC 2018 at the end of the month, initial camera samples between the Samsung Galaxy S8 and the Samsung Galaxy S9 have appeared courtesy of leakster @MMDDJ_. Since it is a maximum zoom on both devices, it's difficult to judge actual picture quality but the Galaxy S9 image on the right clearly beats out the Galaxy S8 on the left. We'll know more in the coming weeks so stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S9 durability test video reveals a stronger body

As we near the official Malaysian launch of the Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+, JerryRigEverything has just completed their usual set of durability tests (scratch, bend and burn) for the Galaxy S9. The video reveals that the S9 could actually have a stronger aluminum body than the Galaxy S8 and the variable aperture mechanism is definitely cool to see in action as well. As usual of the glass front and back Galaxy S series, we heartily recommend getting a case with the new S9 or S9+ but you can check out the video for yourself below.

[Bonus] There's also this video from JerryRigEverything on a transparent clear backed Samsung Galaxy S9 as well, which is certainly interesting to see too.


Samsung Galaxy S9 series announcement scheduled on February 2018?

According to Bloomberg, tech-giant Samsung Electronics will be planning to release a new flagship smartphone in February next year. Of course, the new smartphones are probably going to be called the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus as successors to the Galaxy S8 series. The timeline for announcement and release date seems to be in order since that's the tradition of Samsung to do so around that period, but what can we expect?

According to some insider sources, it's said that the new Galaxy S9 series will probably look quite similar to the Galaxy S8 series but with an upgraded camera system. The current camera system is already quite good and didn't really have many changes since the Galaxy S7 series, so we are certainly looking forward to that one. However, since it's still a bit early, the camera system is still subjected to change so we won't be surprised either if it remains the same. Moreover, there are also rumours that the new flagships will have a new colour addition of purple and Burgundy Red to the lineup. We can also expect the screen ratio to be 18:9.

Aside from that, the Galaxy S9 series should also feature the same fingerprint scanner, iris scanner and facial recognition. We are also hoping that the fingerprint scanner won't be in the same awkward position too. Stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S9 series could have revamped rear design, no headphone jack?

Back when the Samsung Galaxy S8 devices were launched, there was a ton of complaints branching from the positioning of the fingerprint sensor being oddly situated next to the S8 camera. The positioning caused a whole lot of smudging on the precious lens and it was a bit too high for people with smaller hands.

Well, it would seem papa Samsung has been listening to their fans and could have thusly revamped the positioning of the fingerprint scanner for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S9 devices which are due next year.

Based on the information from PhoneArena, the Galaxy S9 is reported to have taken lessons from the Galaxy A series of devices – placing the fingerprint scanner exactly at the bottom of the camera right as it should be.

On another note, there has also been reports that the Samsung Galaxy S9 would be getting rid of the headphone jack. That’s right, Samsung could be jumping on the wireless headphone bandwagon for the sake of a revamped phone design.

What do you think guys? Does this position look better? Could the lack of headphone jacks leave a bad taste in your mouth? Leave your comments down below and make sure to stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest gadget info.


Samsung Galaxy SL Review

Samsung Galaxy SL I9003 4GB is a trimmed down version of Samsung’s top selling device Galaxy S i9000. The major difference is Samsung Galaxy SL comes with a Super Clear LCD instead of AMOLED display in the Galaxy S and 4GB inbuilt memory in SL compared to  8/16GB in the S model.

It is a value for money mobile phone with almost all necessary smartphone features included. Many of the features included in Samsung Galaxy SL were available only in above 25,000 level phones till few months back.

Due to unavailability of AMOLED display screen and to reduce the cost Samsung changed the display in i9003 to Super Clear LCD. The 4 inch SC LCD produces bright and clear display with good picture clarity at 480×800 pixels resolution.

Samsung Galaxy SL comes with all basic connectivity options like GPRS, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and USB. We tested it with Tata Docomo GPRS connection and Airtel and BSNL 3G connections and worked well without and issues. With DLNA feature and Allshare you can stream music from mobile to nearby Wi-Fi enabled devices. For example you can play music on your mobile and listen it from Windows Media Player on your PC.

Samsung Galaxy SL is equipped with two cameras – 5MP main camera and VGA front camera for video calling. 5 megapixel camera produces somewhat ok pictures in outdoors when there is good light but indoor picture quality is not good as there is no flash. Video quality is very good when there is sufficient light and can produce good quality HD videos at 720p (1280 x 720) resolution.

1650 mAh battery gives good battery backup. As per official Samsung specifications it gives 769 minutes 2G talk time and 750 hours 2G standby time but you will feel like battery is draining up fast especially there are many apps running or Wi-Fi/GPS enabled.

This is one of the crucial elements of all the mobile phones, especially the smart phones. The Smart phones are loaded with high end features and applications and thus it is essential to have good storage capacity. Samsung Galaxy SL impresses with its storage specifications, which says that the internal memory of the phone is 16 GB, while there is a microSD™ card slot to increase the memory capacity up to 32 GB.

As per our analysis the only drawback in Samsung Galaxy SL i9003 is the quality of the speakerphone. Its sound is not loud enough and sound quality also not good. But the supplied headphone produces high quality sound and you can listen to 5.1 surround sound with it.

Overall it is a good value for money phone with all major latest features . The only missing part is the HDMI port and camera Flash. With Android 2.2 it is easy to navigate and install applications and with in-built GPU its graphics quality also good. Browsing also easy and fast with Flash support.


Samsung Galaxy SmartTag certified on NCC alongside some live photos

Besides the Galaxy S21 series, Samsung is also expected to launch other tech accessories including the Galaxy Buds Pro and the smart trackers. Today, the latter has been discovered on NCC Certification alongside some real-life photos.

According to the report, Samsung's upcoming smart trackers will be called Galaxy SmartTag and it has a model number EI-T5300. This latest certification further confirms the product's previous EUIPO trademark filing. Other than that, a device with a similar model number has also passed Indonesia Telecom Certification with the applicant listed as Taiwan Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Coming to the photos, they showcase a small device that is in a rounded square shape with a hole in one corner. The hole is suggested to be used for attaching a lanyard or any other strap as a grip. If you still don't know what this device can do, it is supposed to help users locate objects like keys, wallets, remote, earbuds, smartphones, and more by using Bluetooth Low-Energy technology.

Let us know what you think about the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest tech reports.


Samsung Galaxy Stage Roadshow: Get exclusive offers, hands-on Nightography experience and more!

Samsung Malaysia has announced that it will be holding the Samsung Galaxy Stage Roadshow throughout the month of May at 3 major cities nationwide. Combining flair and practicality, visitors can enjoy unique roadshow offers while experiencing Samsung products at immersive zones set up at each site.

Happening from today, Samsung’s Galaxy Stage will be taking centre stage by featuring the brand’s latest lineups. These include the Galaxy S22 Series, Galaxy Tab S8 Series and Galaxy Wearables.

Here’s where the roadshow will be taking place:

While visiting, you can snap away at Samsung’s four experiential space which have been artistically curated to experience how the Galaxy S22 Series can light up your shots. Hence, visitors will be able to experience first-hand the impressive video and photo technology of the devices.

Moreover, you will also be getting free Inside Scoop ice cream from the Desert Bar if you make a purchase at the roadshow or sign up to the Galaxy Masterclass. MAMEE will also be present at the roadshow, offering free MAMEE packs to all visitors at the Night in the Park booth.

Speaking of the Galaxy Masterclass, the programme includes a line-up of photography and videography workshops by professional photographers and filmmakers, including:

The Galaxy Masterclass also shares on Galaxy X Google to unlock the full potential of Samsung smartphones. These include the mixing and matching of a variety of Samsung and Google features for potentially the best all-around experience in an Android smartphone.

Besides that, there will also be a Galaxy Tour that allows for users to shoot, edit and showcase your photographs. Led by a photo expert on-site, visitors can learn about technical elements involved in photography, the more creative composition and post-production.

Samsung will also be offering a variety of exclusive deals and promotions at participating counters at the roadshow. These include Limited Edition Straps that come with come with the Galaxy Silicone Cover featuring famous brands such as airasia, Inside Scoop and MAMEE.

Furthermore, do check out these offers by Samsung authorised partners:

The offers don’t stop there either as if you’re considering purchasing the Galaxy S22 Series with a mobile plan, you can drop by at the telco partner’s counter to be entitled for exclusive gifts and promotions as per below:

For more information on the Galaxy Stage roadshow, do visit Samsung’s official website here. As always, for the latest trending tech news in Malaysia and beyond, do stay tuned to TechNave!


Android now has more than 85% market share worldwide

You know Android is the king of smartphone when you get numbers like this – a report online shared that the OS from Google is currently holding about 86.2% of the world smartphone market share for the first half of 2016. Trailing way behind is iOS with under 12%.

Not only the percentage is important, the shipped units number is critical as well. Android shipped 296.91 million units in Q2, 2016 – an increase of about 3 million from the same time in 2015, but way below from Q1 when it saw 325 millions unit shipped. However iOS is still leading the market with profit as it has 95% of the profit in the mobile space.

The numbers did not surprise us too much at TechNave – did the numbers surprise you? Stay tuned with us for more insight in the near future.


Samsung Galaxy Star Trios offers triple-SIM support

While there are even quad-SIM smartphones out on the market, few better-known brand names offer anything past dual-SIM. However, Samsung have recently come out with a triple-SIM smartphone called the Samsung Galaxy Star Trios. Going for the low-end to entry-level smartphone market, the Galaxy Star Trios has very similar in terms of tech specs with the Samsung Galaxy Star S5280 with features that include a 1GHz Snapdragon S1 processor, 512MB of RAM, 4GB storage, 3.14-inch display with 240 x 320 pixel resolution, 2MP rear camera, WiFi 802.11 b/g/n and HSDPA support along with a 1300 mAh battery. The Samsung Galaxy Star Trios should  be available in Malaysia soon but is currently being sold in Brazil for $165 (RM549) which is quite high for these tech specs. However, if you are the type who absolutely needs three SIM cards, this shouldn't be an issue.[Source]


Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1v Review

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 is known as Samsung Galaxy Tab 2. This is the successor to the most popular Android tablet yet – the Samsung Galaxy Tab.

The Samsung GALAXY Tab 10.1 is thin. Like really thin… at least in comparison to the other Android 3.X tablets out there. And yes, according to Samsung’s measurements it’s even thinner than the iPad 2. However, as you may have guessed, the difference isn’t noticeable to the naked eye, and if you didn’t have a measuring tape on you, you’d probably never know one was trimmer than the other. Where you will notice the difference between the two is on weight. The 1.24-pound Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 feels lighter in hand than the 1.33-pound iPad. The only ports you will find on this tablet are 3.5mm headphone and proprietary charging jacks. There is a volume rocker and a power button, but forget that microSD card slot or micro-USB port.

Speaking on the more functional side of things, Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 had to forego important things such as standard USB ports and SD card slots for that thinness. I was very disappointed by these two omissions, especially after hearing all the cool things that could be done with USB Host support in Android 3.1. It’s worthy to note that the 4G edition of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 will have an SD card slot. (We are reviewing a WiFi-only model.)

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 uses more or less the same interface as the other Android 3.0 tablets. Most of the interface enhancements on the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 have to do with Android 3.1, although none of them are radical improvements over Android 3.0. When you drop a widget onto a home screen, you can now grab a handle and resize it.

Being a largely stock Honeycomb tablet, there is nothing different hardwired into the Samsung GALAXY Tab 10.1’s Calculator, Calendar, and Contacts apps. As can be expected from any Android device, information is synced across your Google account, like your calendar and address book, with Honeycomb adding a visual flare and usability optimized to take advantage of the tablet form factor.Plentiful with its real estate, typing for the most part is a satisfying experience – even for those who happen to have larger sized fingers. Not only are we given the stock Honeycomb keyboard, but it even incorporates the Samsung and TalkBack keyboards.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 has a 3-megapixel camera that took decent shots, but it wasn’t very impressive. There was noticeable grain in a lot of the images, and while night shots came out OK with the flash, the quality was on a par with a run-of-the-mill smartphone camera. I’m not so sure that it’s a huge deal to offer 5-megapixel cameras capable of recording HD or 3D video, as is the case on the T-Mobile G-Slate, because I’d rather use a more compact phone or dedicated camera for snapping photos instead of a 10-inch tablet.

As far as music goes, you’re left with the stock Honeycomb music player. I don’t mean for that to sound like a bad thing, though – the new music app is completely awesome. If only for the cloud streaming features alone, I had no problem with making this my default for tunes.Samsung’s Music Hub proved quite useless to me as it would do nothing but force close every time I opened the application. Playing that music back was great, as well, thanks to Samsung’s high quality speakers on the sides of the device.

Samsung has equipped the Galaxy Tab 10.1 with a 7000mAh battery. While I’ve not been pounding the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 as much as the XOOM when I first got it (when Honeycomb still had that new car smell), I’ve been using it a fair bit for photos and videos and during the video tour I shot of it. Overall I am pretty pleased with the results, and can easily see the tablet lasting a few days on a single charge with pretty solid use – just like Motorola’s XOOM. I should point out that the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 takes quite a time to charge, though, and it is not capable of charging from a simple USB port on a desktop or laptop computer.

Broken GPS was a bit of a cruel joke throughout the launch of the original Galaxy S, but people still haven’t put trust into Samsung when it comes to GPS. I know you folks want to know if it works, and the answer is yes. And it works very well. I was able to get a lock within a few seconds of starting up Google Maps or Foursquare and the radius in which it had me was very accurate.

This is the lightest and thinnest tablet on the market. The Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 is perfect for quick e-reading sessions using Amazon Kindle or Google Books apps. You can load the device with plenty of movies using the Dropbox app, and they’ll look crisp and colourful. Battery life was excellent at about nine hours, and that even includes movie-watching and playing games.Conclusion:

This is one of the tougher conclusions I’ve had to write. Here’s why: the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 itself is a beautiful and thin tablet with an industrial design to die for. But Honeycomb 3.0 definitely isn’t ready for primetime. It was slow and sluggish at times, apps crashed regularly, and the web browser froze often. Hopefully the forthcoming Honeycomb 3.1 fixes those issues, but we’ll have to wait and see.


Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Review - Strictly Samsung Budget Tablet

When it first came out in 2012 the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 seemed more like a budget version compared to the tablets that came after the first Samsung Galaxy Tab. Today, it probably fits the entry-level to mid-range gap just as well as when it was first introduced, but with so many other budget tablet contenders, is it right for your needs and pocket? Read on and find out.

If you've seen the first Samsung Galaxy Tab then the design for the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 isn't very different. While it is slimmer at 10.5mm compared to the Samsung Galaxy Tab which is 12mm both tabs still have the same rounded corners and overall plastic build. While it is slimmer, the Tab 2 7.0 is slightly wider and taller with the same thick bezels as before and has a more rounded backside. If you haven't seen the Galaxy Tab then the Tab 2 7.0 design is about as generic as any other mostly plastic tablets with the now usual edge-to-edge glass screen and capacitive touch buttons. It looks okay but it probably won't turn heads or get second glances. The full glass screen does make the Tab 2 7.0 a bit of a smudge and fingerprint magnet so get one of those anti fingerprint screen protectors early on. While build quality is solid, we'd also recommend a tough silicone casing just in case you have butter fingers, as the Tab 2 7.0 can get a bit slippery.

There are quite a few upgrades from the Galaxy Tab, with the Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 getting a dual-core processor upgrade. Unfortunately, the clock speed has been dialed down to 1GHz from the previous 1.2GHz but uses a Non-Samsung chipset from Texas Instruments. An IR blaster lets you control your TV from your Tab 2 7.0 and you get 1GB of RAM but nearly everything else is the same as before. This includes the 4000 mAh battery, GPU and 7-inch 600 x 1024 pixel screen. Some features have been cut down though, and this includes no Corning Gorilla Glass, no autofocus or LED flash (but same 3.5MP rear camera) and a VGA front camera instead of the usual 1.3MP front camera. This could be the reason why the Tab 2 7.0 is lighter than the Galaxy Tab at 345g compared to the earlier tablet's 380g. For the full specs listing check out the Technave.com comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 and Samsung Galaxy Tab.

The slightly upgraded tech on the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 means that it gets about 1 hour more battery life than the Samsung Galaxy Tab which averages around 7 hours or so on normal use. Heavy use (3G/WiFi+Bluetooth+GPS+etc) can cut this down to 5 hours. Thankfully, the Tab 2 7.0 does not lag, perhaps thanks to the TouchWiz UX user interface and 1GB RAM. For the most part the slower clocked dual-core processor does the job well enough but only shows an AnTuTu score of 4974 (based on the P3110 which is the WiFi only version of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0) which is just barely mid-range these days. It is definitely a better score than the first Galaxy Tab though which gets around 2800 and above.

The GPU chugs along but if you couldn't get a game or app to run on the Galaxy Tab then you probably won't get it to run on the Galaxy Tab 2 7.0. The reverse is also true though as the Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 handles 720p HD media with as much ease as it's predecessor. Sound quality from the speakers is often scratchy so get headphones with this one. Internet browsing on the go using 3G or WiFi is solid but the screen isn't as sharp as you'd want from a larger 7-inch screen. The cut down 3.5MP rear camera does okay and even adds on smile detection but the lack of LED flash and autofocus makes images rather blurry, especially in dark or low-light conditions. Despite the lack of Corning Gorilla Glass, drop tests have shown that the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 not only survives it but does so without any shattered screen so build quality is good, all things considered.

Overall, the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 seems just barely enough for a budget tablet with 3G and GPS. It seems more like another niche filler from Samsung to help meet the needs of every user available and not a straight upgrade from the previous Galaxy Tab. We'd like to say that it is for the budget user but at RM769 and above there are currently other tablets in Malaysia with better specs at a better price. When it was released in 2012, the components were already considered old with it's main draw being one of the most affordable Ice Cream sandwich tablets around. Now with Android Jelly Bean and so many dual-core or even quad-core packing tablets around going for more or less the same price, this isn't the case anymore. However, it is still a good budget tablet from Samsung, so if you like the brand and don't have big needs or requirements it should make for a good media consumption device (browse Internet, watch movies, etc.). Samsung build quality does give it a bit more endurance than some cheaper lesser-known tablets but do be aware of the much older tech specs and features you're paying for. The IR blaster does add a bit more functionality but if you're going to watch your TV then there's little use for a 7-inch touchscreen remote control. You could also use it as a larger than 5-inch GPS or as a 7-inch smartphone (but it definitely looks a bit strange when you do).


Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 Game Edition bundled with GamePad

The previously reported Samsung GamePad looks to be getting the combo treatment as it is now available bundled with the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 Game Edition. It also comes with a HDMI adapter which sort of reveals Samsung's intentions. Rather than use the Tab 3 8.0 attached to the GamePad (too heavy and doesn't fit), you're supposed to hook up the tablet to a HDTV and use it like a console with the GamePad connecting via Bluetooth 4.0. Unfortunately, the dual-core Tab 3 8.0 isn't really the best Android based console there is in terms of performance but it should do for now. Hopefully, Samsung will hook up the GamePad with more game capable devices or just have the HDMI cable plus GamePad combo for those with a game-worthy device. No specific pricing or Malaysia release dates were available yet, but we'll update you as soon as they become available.


Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 confirmed!

While rumours about the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 have been swirling about, it seems that it's existance has been confirmed by Samsung's own website. A recent look at the Samsung website revealed the following model codes:

The Models for the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 would be the SM-T3100xxxxxx and the WiFi version SM-T3110xxxxxx. Both models are said to be white in colour and feature 16GB worth of storage. The Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 SM-T3100xxxxxx is said to be coming in Week 27 of 2013 while the Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 WiFi SM-T3110xxxxxx is probably due in Week 24. [Source]


Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8-inch and 10.1-inch Announced

While we wait for Samsung to make their big reveal on 20 June 2013 the company has since announced 2 new Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 versions. The 8-inch version seems like a standard ARM based tablet while the 10.1-inch version is running Android on an Intel processor. Tech specs for the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8-inch version include:

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1-inch version has the following tech specs:

Both tablets will be running Android 4.2 out of the box and use Samsung’s TouchWiz UI. No details on pricing and availability but these tablets should be aimed at the entry-level to midrange market.


Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Kids officially announced

Well, after reporting about the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Kids tablet that came out in South Korean brochures, Samsung have seen fit to officially announce the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Kids tablet. Coloured pastel yellow and coming with an orange casing for easier grip (and hopefully some shock proofing) the tablet is aimed at children as it comes preloaded with educational games, apps and e-book readers. Hopefully they aren't all demos but in terms of tech specs the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Kids offers:

Other features include additional kid-friendly accessories like the aforementioned orange grip and a multi stand. While we initially thought that it would just be a South Korean only release, Samsung has come out and stated that it will be offered in the US, UK, Europe, China and Africa. So far, no Malaysia release dates for now, but if you try searching a bit you can probably get one regardless. No news on price though but knowing kids branded stuff, it's probably exorbitantly expensive. If you're still interested check out the Samsung site for more information. Here's Samsung's official take on it:

"It's no secret that kids are using technology more than ever before. We saw and opportunity to create a device for kids that provides them with an intuitive, fun and kid-friendly user experience filled with rich, interactive and educational content that parents will love." JK Shin, CEO and Head, IT & Mobile Communication, Samsung Electronics


Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Kids tablet coming to Malaysia

Samsung Malaysia recently teased a rather familiar image of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Kids tablet on their Facebook page, which is almost a sure indication that parents in Malaysia may soon have the option to get a kid friendly tablet not made by a toy maker or educational outfit. Originally announced in August 2013, the Galaxy Tab 3 Kids initially had a release for the US, UK, Europe, China and Africa and came with a number of brightly coloured grips, stands and other accessories. Tech specs for the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Kids remains the same and includes:

No exact details on when the Malaysia release date would be or pricing but we're expecting the Galaxy Tab 3 Kids in Malaysia soon.


Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 V available in Malaysia for RM499

Offering entry-level users a new device and price point, Samsung Malaysia have recently announced the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 V tablet for just RM499. Like all Galaxy Tab devices, the Tab 3 V packs in mobile Internet with 3G connectivity but upgrades the usual tech specs with a 1.3GHz quad-core processor. Other features include a 7-inch display with 1024 x 600 pixel resolution, 1GB RAM, 8GB storage and up to 32GB microSD expandable memory. A 2MP rear camera and 2MP front camera round things up with a 3600 mAh battery. The full tech specs list can be seen below:

The Tab 3 V maintains the same rounded corners look as other Galaxy Tab devices but the bezels do seem thinner somewhat. Already the device has been seen being sold on Lazada on offer for RM470 while third-party sellers like SatuGadgetDotCom and others are offering it for as low as RM459. While it doesn't come with S-Voice or S-Pen support, it should offer Galaxy Life freebies as well.


Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 Nook tablet officially announced, coming around August 2014

Samsung has been collaborating with Barnes & Noble to create Nook tablets with the result being the Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 Nook range of tablets. The first Galaxy Tab 4 Nook tablet feature Barnes & Noble Nook software for easy access to the publisher's extensive library of books, magazines and publications. So far, it doesn't seem like there are any changes to the overall design of the tablet apart from the feature Nook software, nor are there any extra tech specs either. The first 7-inch display version is expected to arrive for the US market in August 2014. As such, we expect the pricing to be about RM999 which is how much the original Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 is priced at here in Malaysia. No news on Malaysia release dates or local pricing but we'll keep you posted as to any new developments.[Source]


Android phone users will be able to annotate their PDFs from Google Drive soon

Google has recently announced that you will be able to annotate or draw (and save it!) on a PDF file from Google Drive. Currently rolling out to Android 6.0 users and above around the world, our Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra could already do it with either a finger or the S Pen, but we couldn’t do the same on Google Drive for our Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite tablet, so be patient and you’ll get it soon.

To access the new annotation tools, open the PDF file from the Google Drive and select the Pen tool. You can then choose various options, including the thickness of the line, the colour and so forth. You can also undo and redo strokes or save it directly to the PDF file or make a new PDF copy with the annotations.

Can your device annotate a PDF from Google Drive yet? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com.

We could already annotate and draw on a PDF file in the Google Drive for our Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra


Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Malaysia Review

Samsung is back with the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7, a tablet that brings the portability of a smaller slate, with a proper, grown-up operating system.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 is one of the slimmest things we've ever seen. Turning it sideways you'd be forgiven for thinking it had disappeared into the space between atoms -- it measures an iPad 2-beating 7.9mm across. It's astonishingly light too, at 335g, so if you throw it in a rucksack or handbag and you'll quickly forget it's there. There's not much more to say about the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7's design -- it's a slim, chic and eerily light rectangle.

Nestled in the top there's a 3-megapixel camera, which might not sound very powerful, but we suspect it's been chosen to save on space. On the front there's a 2-megapixel camera, for subjecting your video-call victims of a clear shot up your nostrils.

The display looks absolutely brilliant. This is a Super AMOLED Plus screen, which is the same tech employed in the gorgeous Samsung Galaxy S2 smart phone. It's eyeball-searingly colourful, and looks extremely striking. The screen has a resolution of 1,280x800 pixels, which we reckon will be sharp enough to keep your photos and hi-res video looking good.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 will ship with Android 3.2, or Honeycomb to its mates. That's the tablet-specific version of Android, and will grant you such titillating delights as tabbed Web browsing, Flash support in the browser, and a bucketload of apps via the Android Market. It's worth noting though that so far the number of Honeycomb-specific apps is quite low.There's a task manager as well, in case you decide the tablet is doing a rubbish job of running itself, and fancy stepping in to take control, shutting down apps that have crashed and so on.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 features HSPA+ 21 Mbps network for faster uploads and downloads. It also supports Wi-Fi Channel Bonding, bonding two channels into one for improved network connection and data transfer at up to twice the speed. The device is powered by a 1.4 GHz dual core application processor for fast web-loading, seamless multitasking and superior multimedia performance. Thanks to a 5,100 mAh battery providing up to 10 hours of video playback time[1], the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 does not sacrifice battery life for its ultra-thin design.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 lets you enjoy video clips without limitation, featuring 1080p full HD playback, DivX included multi codec and Micro SD. The device also includes Universal Remote Control functionality, allowing control of the entire home entertainment system – TV, Set top box, DVD, Blu-ray player, AV audio system – from one device.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 offers both voice and video calls for better communication. There is no need to bring a headset and BT for voice calls. In addition, it is possible to call privately in public places with Receiver Mode.

We're very excited about the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 -- it takes the size we enjoyed in the original Galaxy Tab, but offers a slimmed-down, lightweight design, Honeycomb and a speedier processor. Our first impressions are very positive, and unless it's really expensive or the battery life is appalling, we suspect we're unlikely to dislike this colourful little tablet.


Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 Review

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 has an 8.9in capacitive touchscreen but it's the physical design of this latest Android tablet that is quite impressive — the Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 is described by Samsung as "the world's thinnest mobile tablet" as it measures just 8.6 millimetres thick.

In addition to its svelte body, the Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 weighs just 470 grams, making it both thinner and lighter than the iPad 2. Samsung says the Galaxy Tab 8.9's ultra-thin form factor and lightweight design are ideal for business users who frequently travel.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 is powered by a 1GHz dual-core processor, has a capacitive TFT display with a 1280x800 resolution and features Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and GPS connectivity. The Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 also features a 3 megapixel rear camera and a 2 megapixel front camera, and is capable of playing back 1080p HD video, and has a microSD card slot for extra memory.

Unlike the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1, the Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 features Samsung's own TouchWiz UX user interface implemented on top of the Android 3.0 'Honeycomb' UI. This makes it among the first Android tablets to run a customised version of Google's 3.0 Honeycomb platform.Samsung's TouchWiz UX overlay brings a number of new features to the Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 including a customisable "Live Panel" menu that displays favourite Web sites and social network feeds, an application tray of commonly used features, Samsung's Social Hub, which aggregates e-mail, instant messaging, contacts, calendar and social network connections, a mini apps tray and a "suite of enterprise solutions" for business users. The Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 is also pre-loaded with Readers Hub and Music Hub applications that offer more than 2.2 million books, 2000 newspapers in 49 languages, 2300 magazines in 22 languages, and 13 million songs.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 will come in six model variants — three with Wi-Fi and three with Wi-Fi + 3G. Both Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi + 3G variants will be available with 16GB, 32GB or 64GB of internal memory.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 may well be the perfect size for a tablet. Although it's missing the ports and memory-card slot of the Xoom, we think it may be a worthwhile sacrifice to enable the device to be so light. The Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 looks set to offer a convenient screen size and plenty of power. This tablet could be a very sweet Android Honeycomb treat.


Samsung Galaxy Tab A 2016 with S Pen Hands-On!

Samsung Malaysia Electronics (SME) new Samsung Galaxy Tab A 2016 with S Pen was released couple months ago. It packs a tech spec of 10.1-inch WUXGA display with a resolution of 1,920x1,200 pixels, Exynos 7870 octo-core processor, Android Marshmallow 6.0, 3GB RAM, 16GB of storage with expandable microSD storage up to 256GB, and supports Nano-SIM. It also comes with a Stylus called S Pen and it is currently available in Malaysia with the price tag of RM1500. Check out the video below for a hands-on experience!


Samsung Galaxy Tab A (2016) with S Pen is now available in Malaysia for RM1599

Samsung Malaysia officially announced that the Samsung Galaxy Tab A (2016) with S Pen is now available in Malaysia. You can get the 10.1-inch tablet at Samsung Experience Stores nationwide in black and white at RM1599 (inclusive of 6% GST). In addition, Samsung will also be including three-months of full acces to iFlix and music streaming via Samsung Milk Music.

Featuring a 1.6Ghz octa-core processor, 3GB RAM, 16GB storage + up to 256GB microSD, 10.1-inch display, 8MP rear camera with LED flash, 2MP front camera and 7300 mAh battery the tablet should offer an affordable solution for the S Pen users out there. Check out the site for more information.


Samsung Galaxy Tab A (2016) with S-Pen quietly announced

We saw the leaked manuals right here, and now Samsung has (quietly) announced the new update to the Samsung Galaxy Tab A (2016) with S-Pen. It now comes with features to take more advantage of the S-Pen – like the ability to take notes, doodle pictures, translate words, and create GIFs from a video, which is all taken from the recently released Samsung Galaxy Note 7.

Hardware wise the Galaxy Tab A 2016 did not change much from last year’s model, save the inclusion of the S-Pen. It comes with a 10.1-inch 1920×1200 pixel resolution display, powered by a 1.6GHz octa-core Exynos 7870 processor, paired up with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. There’s also a microSD card slotfor expanding the storage capacity. The tablet packs in a 7,300mAh battery, which Samsung says offers up to 14 hours of battery life. An 8-megapixel sensor sits at the back for photo taking and a 2-megapixel selfie unit sits on the front. There is 4G LTE support, and it is running Android 6.0.1.

Price wise it has a Korean sticker price of 489,000 Won (~RM 1789). No news if it is coming to Malaysia as yet, so stay tuned to TechNave as we bring more news on the new Samsung Galaxy Tab A 2016.


Samsung Galaxy Tab A (2017) officially announced for about RM1197

The budget non-S Pen stylus using Samsung Galaxy Tab A (2017) got officially listed recently for 6490000 Vietnamese Dong (~RM1197). The overall tech specs and features include a 1.4GHz quad-core processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage, 8-inch HD display with 1280 x 800 pixel resolution and 5000 mAh battery. Other tech specs include an 8MP rear camera, 5MP front camera and 212.1 x 124.1 x 8.9mm | 364g measurements. It seems decidedly entry-level despite the above RM1K price tag and so far no Malaysia release dates or pricing details just yet.


Samsung Galaxy Tab A (2019) announced with 5100mAh battery, up to 512GB storage and more for RM599

Today, Samsung Malaysia Electronics has just announced a new tablet for the masses. Called as the Samsung Galaxy Tab A (2019, 8.0, LTE), the 8-inch tablet is marketed as an affordable "one for all" solution for everyone's needs for just RM599 only.

Good price right? Well, then again you can't really expect high-end tier tech specs but it's more than enough to get by through the day especially that it has a monstrous 5100mAh battery. The memory capacity is only 2GB of RAM and 32GB storage but its microSD card can go up to 512GB worth of space. It runs on a quad-core Qualcomm chipset (2.0 GHz) and Samsung One UI out of the box for multitaskers to view more than one content at once with its two-column layout.

Besides that feature, it also has a Kids Home mode where parents can set playtime limitation for their children as well as contents in the tablets. The rest of the features are an 8MP rear camera, 2MP front camera, dual speakers, a microUSB port, and comes in Black and White models.

Do take note that this is different from the other Galaxy Tab A that comes with an S-Pen and runs on 3GB of RAM for RM999. To learn more about this tablet, you may head over to this webpage to check it out. Stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Tab A 7.0 (2016) officially appears

Samsung have quietly put up their value Samsung Galaxy Tab A 7.0 (2016) on one of their official websites after it was leaked at MWC 2016. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details but rumours say that the WiFi version could go for about $188 (RM769) while the 4G LTE version could retail at $245 (RM1002). Tech specs and features are as follows:


Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017) is now TENAA certified, reveals key specs

It has been a long while since we have heard of the Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017 edition), but it has finally resurfaced and this time, on the TENAA listing with an official certification, according to GSMArena.

A TENAA certification only means that the Tab A 8.0 (2017) may be officially launched very soon but let us take a deeper look at the listing. The TENAA pages also shows some key specs of the upcoming tab, in which includes:

We have yet to see a clear description of the processor but from what we can see from the Tab A 8.0 (2017) so far, it will definitely be somewhat of an entry level tablet. Only way we can find out for sure is to wait for any official news.

No official release dates has been announced so far but do stay tuned to TechNave.com for any news on its Malaysian release and pricings.


Samsung Galaxy Tab A available in Malaysia from RM1299

The most recent tablet with S Pen capabilities, the Samsung Galaxy Tab A is now available in Malaysia from RM1299. To be more precise, the 8-inch display Galaxy Tab A 8.0 is going from RM1299 while the 9.7-inch display Galaxy Tab A 9.7 is going for RM1599. Both will be available in black, titanium and white from Samsung Experience Stores and authorized dealers. Stand-out features for the Galaxy Tab A include S Pen support designed for business users, as the built-in S Pen replaces your keyboard and mouse with ease. Another interesting feature is Capture It which offers short cuts and enhanced camera functions for the 5MP auto focus rear camera. Check out the full tech specs and features for both Samsung Galaxy Tab A tablets below:


Android powered Nikon Coolpix S810c officially announced

While it isn't the first Android powered digital camera from Nikon, the recently announced Nikon Coolpix S810c offers some impressive refreshed tech specs and features along with a more up-to-date Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean. Notable tech specs for the Nikon Coolpix S810c include 12x optical zoom, a 3.7-inch touchscreen, WiFi and GPS. Feature-wise, the Coolpix S810c can record 1080p video with stereo sound and also has a Lens-Shift Vibration Reduction system (Lens-based anti-shake or OIS) with an ISO range up to 3200. While we don't have any specific Malaysia release dates the Nikon Coolpix S810c is expected in May 2014 for $349.95 (RM1131). [Source]


Samsung Galaxy Tab A series now on promo sale starting from RM559

If you were one of the customers who got a Samsung Galaxy Tab product during Samsung's Merdeka Promo back in August, the company is extending its promotion further for the Galaxy Tab A series from now until 4 November 2018!

According to the extended promotion, you get to save up to RM200 and this is eligible for three Galaxy Tab A models which are the Galaxy Tab A 10.1 (with an extra S Pen), Galaxy Tab A 8.0 and the Galaxy Tab A 7.0. The following prices after the promo sale are RM1299 (RRP RM1499), RM959 (RRP RM1129) and RM559 (RM659) respectively. You can visit the nearest Samsung authorised outlet or its official online store here too to enjoy the savings.

To check out more on the Galaxy Tab A promo campaign, you can visit the website here and stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Tab A tablets announced with 64-bit processor

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A series tablets were recently announced in Russia with two devices in 8-inch and 9.7-inch display sizes. Going for a flat and thin look with metal backside, both look a lot like Apple iPad tablets except for the placement of the cameras and even the display resolution is similar with 1024 x 768 pixels for both Galaxy Tab A tablets. However, the tablets will be powered by a 64-bit 1.2GHz quad-core Snapdragon 410 processor, 2GB of RAM, 16GB storage, up to 128GB microSD, 4200 mAh battery for the smaller version and 6000 mAh for the larger version. Other tech specs include dual speakers, a 5MP and 2MP camera. Unfortunately, no news of any S-Pen support. Pricing is set at RUB16990 (RM1019) for the WiFi 8-inch Galaxy Tab A, while the larger version will go for RUB18990 (RM1139). The 4G LTE enabled smaller Galaxy Tab A will go for RUB20990 (RM1259) while the larger will go for RUB22990 (RM1379). No news on Malaysia release dates but it could reach Malaysia eventually.


Samsung Galaxy Tab A4 S coming in 2020?

What appears to be a tablet called the Samsung Galaxy Tab A4 S has been listed on the Bluetooth SIG. Since there's no Galaxy Tab going by that name yet, we assume that it means a new Galaxy Tab A is coming soon. However, the available tech specs of 32GB storage seems to indicate that it is going to be a midrange device at best.

Gizmochina thinks it will likely come with 4G LTE connectivity but there's no indication on other tech specs or features asides from that. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details either but this late in the year, we expect it to arrive in Q1 of 2020, perhaps as the successor to the Galaxy Tab A with S Pen 2019?

What do you think? Would you be excited with something like that? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com


Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite Malaysia release: 8.7-inch screen, 64GB storage, and 15W fast-charging for RM699

Late last month, Samsung launched the Galaxy Tab S7 FE and Galaxy Tab A7 Lite in Europe. While we have yet to see any signs of the former, Samsung has just confirmed that we'll be getting the latter in Malaysia.

As announced by Samsung Malaysia, the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is one of the company's latest tablet. This is an entry-level model that's designed to be compact. It's also meant for entertainment, with an 8.7-inch HD display and Dual Speakers with Dolby Atmos support. Encased by a solid metal chassis, this tablet has a sleek look and slim bezels.

Moving on to the tech specs, the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is equipped with a Helio P22T chipset, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of internal storage. You can even expand the storage by up to 1TB via a microSD card. As for features, it supports 15W fast-charging, one-handed gestures, and has Samsung Knox for extra security.

If you're interested in the tablet, you can find out more from the official website. At just RM699, it's a great option if you want an affordable tablet for games and movies. Would you be interested in getting one? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite hands-on and first impressions video

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite was recently released in Malaysia for a super affordable price tag of just RM699. Considering that it offers 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage with an 8.7-inch display, it could be one of the better value tablets to get in Malaysia, especially if you’re on a budget or you’re student or you’re a parent looking to get a device for your kids’ online classes.

We managed to take a closer look at it in our hands-on first impressions video below and despite the value pricing, it looks very sleek with super slim bezels and an 8mm thin metal chassis. The only thing left to check out is whether or not the Mediatek Helio P22T chipset and nearly 9-inch 800 x 1340 pixel screen can handle above or beyond the intended entry-level market, so stay tuned for that in the review which is coming soon at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite leaked images spotted on TENAA showcasing design

According to sources, the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (SM-T225C) is going to launch in June and it has been spotted on TENAA showcasing the design.

The device comes with an 8.68-inch LCD with 800p resolution, weighing 300grams. It is powered by an Helio P22T chipset, 3/4GB of RAM, and 32GB/64GB of internal storage. As for the camera, it sports a 2MP selfie snapper and an 8MP rear camera.

On top of that, the device is packed with a 5100mAh battery and supports 15W charging. Are you looking forward to this Galaxy Tab A7 Lite? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite review - Slim, sleek and versatile 8.7-inch value-buster tablet for the masses

As Malaysians scramble to gain a place in the new digital norm, they’re no doubt looking for a device to help them and their kids to learn, work and play online. Quite often, it’s not that easy to find a good device that is not only affordable but offers great features, especially if it’s for the entry-level market. Here to buck that trend is the RM699 priced Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite.

Featuring a large 8.7-inch display in a mostly metal chassis, the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite offers 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, which is unheard of for any other tablet in this size or price range. On top of that, it is mere millimeters larger than it’s 8-inch display predecessors, which means that the larger 8.7-inch display is squeezed in thanks to super slim bezels (again something unheard of for most entry-level tablets).

But how does it perform? Find out in our review of the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite below.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite offers a larger 8.7-inch display in a slim 8-inch tablet body with some really thin bezels

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite comes with a metal frame and backside

Design-wise, the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite offers an 8mm thin body with metal frame and back. Plastic ends on the top and bottom still look good while an 8MP rear camera has a slightly raised bump on the rear. Controls are minimal with a power button and volume rocker but it also uses a USB Type C port and 3.5mm audio jack, and there are dual speakers, one on each end.

Weighing in at just 366g, the tablet is super light and easy to hold and grip, while the nearly 9-inch display is sure to please those who watch movies and read books using tablets. The super slim bezels do make it a bit harder to grip one-handed sometimes, as my large palm has accidentally pressed something inadvertently once or twice near the bottom of the screen, but you do get used to it after a while.

Above the screen, there is a 2MP front camera

On the back, there is an 8MP rear camera with slightly raised camera hump. Metal power and volume rocker buttons are on the side.

Unlike other entry-level devices, the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite comes with a USB Type C port, 3.5mm audio jack and dual speakers (one on each side).

Talking about this large display, it offers a resolution of 800 x 1340 pixels which while being HD, still delivers clear details for text and movies. Interestingly enough, YouTube allows video resolutions all the way up to 1080p, but Netflix is only at SD or 480p. The Dolby Atmos dual speakers are loud and clear for the most part, if a little tinny on the higher registers. It’s enough to enjoy the orchestra but perhaps not to differentiate between the instruments.

Despite the Mediatek Helio P22T chipset, the combination of 4GB RAM certainly helps the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite in terms of stable multi-tasking. You can do split screen and even several floating windows with different apps quite comfortably. While there’s a slight lag when switching between apps, the tablet is for the most part quite zippy and doesn’t get too hot using normal apps. The 64GB of storage is good enough as well but thankfully, you can always add in up to a 1TB MicroSD for more storage space.

The main interface of the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite

Despite being an entry level tablet, the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite can also use a resizeable floating window for better multi-tasking

YouTube can go up to 1080p on the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite

Unfortunately, Netflix is still on SD or 480p

While you can play games like Asphalt 9: Legends, expect some lag and pixelation

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite can last for days on intermittent usage

Performance-wise the tablet is great for viewing, reading, watching movies and running PDPR apps like Google Classroom, Docs and so forth. This is reflected in our benchmarks and in games. So while you can run Asphalt 9 on the tablet, it looks a bit laggy and pixelated, which would likely be the same for other demanding games like Genshin Impact or even Call of Duty.

While the cameras for the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite are definitely not on the higher-end, the 2MP front camera is good enough for most selfies and online learning. The 8MP rear camera can still take fairly good photos, but you need to be patient for the camera to focus or you may have to tap to focus yourself. With enough light, pictures can be clear if a bit low in terms of details and resolution. Obviously, they both don’t work well at night or in low light conditions.

Plenty of detail even though it's just an 8MP camera

Don't be scared, this is just my resting face

With the right stylus you can easily use the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite for marking, note taking or writing

As a tablet for work particularly for sketching, writing and marking, the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite works quite well with the right stylus or bluetooth keyboard (this review was written on the Tab A7 Lite with a bluetooth keyboard). While it’s nowhere near as good as say the S Pen stylus you can still do all of the above quite well, making the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite a very attractive device for both students and educators.

While the tablet has no WiFi 6 support, normal up to 802.11 ac WiFi connectivity was stable and reliable. The 5100 mAh battery lasts for a bit more than 2 days on intermittent to normal usage but you can expect about 1 day and a half on heavy usage. There’s 15W fast charging so the tablet needs about 1 hour and a half to get a full 100 percent charge. Like other Samsung devices, the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite comes with better security such as Knox and a built-in McAfee antivirus.

Does your tablet have it's own built-in AntiVirus? The Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite has McAfee

Overall, the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is an exceptionally portable and surprisingly better than average tablet for Malaysia’s masses. Its large 8.7-inch screen, 4GB RAM, 64GB storage and fairly affordable RM699 price tag makes it almost perfect for students and teachers on a budget. Its size and portability are also great for those looking for a reader or movie streamer but it’s performance makes it only good enough for casual gaming at best.

Other contenders in this price range include the Lenovo Tab M8 which has lower tech specs like 2GB of RAM and 32GB of storage but for a slightly lower price tag of around RM500 or so. There’s also Samsung’s own 2019 Galaxy Tab A 8.0 for about RM100 less which has 2GB RAM but also has 4G LTE, a feature which would have probably made the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite even more attractive, but the newer tablet is definitely the better overall deal.

So, what do you think? Will you be getting the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite for your kids or educator? Let us know at our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech reviews.

Here are the tech specs and features of the Samsung Galaxy A7 Lite

Pros: Big 8.7-inch screen in light, portable yet slim tablet. 4GB RAM, 64GB storage at affordable pricing. Loud dual Dolby Atmos speakers + 3.5mm audio jack

Cons: No 4G LTE or S Pen support. Not for gamers.

Summary: Feature-filled value-busting good-looking Samsung tablet at an affordable price tag


Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 WiFi Malaysia release: 10.4-inch display and 3GB RAM at RM999

Samsung has just announced that the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 WiFi is officially available for purchase in Malaysia, and it’s priced at RM999 for 3GB RAM and 32GB ROM. The aforementioned tablet can be purchased from either Samsung’s official website, experience stores, or at all authorized dealers across Malaysia.

In terms of the tech specs, the tab comes equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 chipset, memory configuration mentioned above, 10.4-inch WUXGA+ display, as well as a 7040mAh battery that supports 15W fast charging. Camera-wise, it has an 8MP rear camera while the front has a 5MP selfie camera.

With all that said, would you be interested in getting the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 WiFi? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 appears on Google Play Console

Although seeing new premium tablets like the Galaxy Tab S7 is exciting, some people may want a more affordable model from the Galaxy Tab A series. Well, good news for those people as Samsung seems to be gearing up to launch the Galaxy Tab A7 series soon. Recently, the device has started to receive certifications and has appeared on the Google Play Console.

We now know some key tech specs for the Galaxy Tab A7, thanks to the folks at 91Mobiles. The screenshots show that the tablet will be using a Snapdragon 662 chipset, 3GB of RAM, and come with a 1200 x 2000 resolution display. From the source code of the listing, it's also revealed that there will be two variants of the device, one with 32GB and another with 64GB of internal storage.

Besides that, the Galaxy Tab A7 is said to measure at 247.6×157.36×293.37mm and the display will be around 10-inch in size. It's also expected to have a 7080mAh battery and a single rear camera. In terms of connectivity, it has Bluetooth 5 but may not have LTE support, which is unfortunate if you plan to use it on the go.

It's unlikely for Samsung to launch the Galaxy A7 at Samsung Unpacked, so expect to see it either sometime next week or after the big event. With that said, would you consider getting this new tablet when it becomes available here? Do let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 listed on Dutch website, prices start from ~RM1166

Have you been looking for an Android tablet for work and play? The premium Galaxy Tab S7 and Tab S7+ may be great, but if you want something more on the affordable side, then you may want to wait for the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 because it might be launching soon.

According to GSMArena, the prices for the Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 (2020) was spotted on Dutch e-commerce website CentralPoint. Allegedly, this tablet will be available on 12 September 2020 (Malaysian time), with the 32GB WiFi-only model retailing for 235 Euros (~RM1166). You can opt for 64GB of storage for an additional 35 Euros (~RM174) and upgrade to the LTE version for another 60 Euros (~RM298).

The leaked listing also revealed tech specs that were in line with the previous leak. It shows that the tablet will feature a Snapdragon 662 chipset, 3GB of RAM, and a 7040mAh battery. Besides that, the display will have 2000 x 1200 resolution and there will be only one camera at the back. What's unfortunate is that there may not be an S-Pen to go with this tablet.

Bear in mind that products tend to retail for more in Europe due to the currency rate and taxes. It's quite likely that the Galaxy Tab A7 will be noticeably cheaper than the price listed above when it comes to Malaysia. Having said that, what do you think of it so far? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Android-powered Nokia X, X+ and XL officially announced, coming to Malaysia 5 March 2014

Nokia recently confirmed and announced a range of Android powered Nokia smartphones in the form of the Nokia X, Nokia X+ and Nokia XL. This new smartphone range is targeted at bridging the gap between the Nokia Asha featurephone lineup and the Nokia Lumia range of smartphones. Utilizing a forked version of Android, the Nokia X lineup of smartphones can run up to 75% of Android apps while also running Nokia's apps. Apps are officially from the Nokia store but you can get it from a third-party market or download the APK and side-load it. The interface is very much like a tile-based Android while the overall design looks a lot like the Nokia Asha 500 range of featurephones right down to the colourful polycarbonate backside. For a complete breakdown of tech specs for the Nokia X, Nokia X+ and Nokia XL, check out the tech specs below:

The operating system is based on Android 4.1.2 and can play the latest games like Plants vs Zombies 2. While Nokia Malaysia have not revealed the Malaysia pricing just yet, they have revealed that the Nokia X family will be launched in Malaysia on 5 March 2014 which is just a week to go. However, Malaysia could only see the Nokia X at first with the Nokia XL to come in Q2 of 2014. While three Nokia X smartphones have been announced, the hands-on video below suggests that more are coming but do check out the videos below for yourself:

The Nokia X Family introduction video

The official Nokia Hands-on of the Nokia X Family of smartphones


Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 lite comes with 5100mAh and 15W fast charging!

Last month, we spotted a new rumoured Samsung tablet on FCC and assumed it to be the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite. Today, the device has appeared on China’s TEENA certification with some in-depth details on it sepcifications.

According to the certification, the upcoming Galaxy Tab A7 lite has the model number of SM-T225C and will be powered by a huge 5100mAh battery with 15W fast charging running on the latest One UI 3.1 based on Android 11 out of the box. It comes with an 8.7-inch display that is expected to be HD+ resolution.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 lite TEENA certifications

As for the chipset, it is expected to come with a MediaTek Helio P22T chipset coupled with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage as well as an expandable memory card slot. It sports a single rear camera and a single selfie camera on the front. We assume the cameras to be an 8MP sensor on the rear and 5MP for the selfie.Either way, there is no official confirmation on the tech specs and releasing dates yet, so do take this with a pinch of salt. But what do you wish to have with the Galaxy Tab A7 lite? Let us know at our Facebook page and stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 2021 renders appear in latest leak

There are plenty of options if you need a decent Android tablet these days. Not only do you have the recently launched Xiaomi Pad 5, but there's also the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE that was released yesterday. But the company is allegedly launching another tablet in 2021.

Renders of the Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 2021 were posted online by OnLeaks (via 91Mobiles), giving us a glimpse of the upcoming tablet. At a glance, you can see that the design hasn't changed much from the Galaxy Tab A7. The only difference is the rear camera, which is now a single round camera instead of a square module. Everything else is the same, including the quad-speakers (two each at the top and bottom), USB-C port, audio jack, and buttons.

And here comes your very first look at the #Samsung #GalaxyTabA8 (2021)! As usual, 360° video + stunning 5K renders + dimensions; on behalf of my Friends over @91mobiles -> https://t.co/MdLLN1UQhR pic.twitter.com/nfLXSU49nn

In terms of specs, the source claims that the new model will have a 10.4-inch FHD+ display, 8MP rear camera, and measures 246.7x161.8x6.9mm. That's more or less the same as last year's model, which means we might not see a lot of changes this year. It should have at least 3GB of RAM, 32GB of storage, and a 7040mAh battery. However, we're expecting the chipset to be an upgrade from last year's Snapdragon 662. Maybe a Snapdragon 690 5G chipset?

Mind you, we don't know much about the Galaxy Tab A8 at the moment, so all we can do is speculate. Having said that, what do you think Samsung could do to improve this year's model? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 2021 tech specs leaks, might launch in October

Last week, there was a Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 2021 render appeared. Here, we spotted the new leaks about the tablet and it might launch next month with an affordable price tag.

According to the leaker - @91mobiles, the tablet might sport an FHD+ TFT display with 1200p resolution. Besides that, it is expected to pack with a Snapdragon chipset, 3GB or 4GB of RAM, and 128GB of internal storage that support a microSD slot.

[Exclusive] Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 2021 specifications, launch timeline revealedhttps://t.co/HKcOgY0PO0

Since these are just leaks, why not just take them with a pinch of salt and don't be serious about it. Are you looking forward to the Galaxy Tab A8 2021? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 Malaysia release: 10.5-inch display and 7,040mAh battery, priced at RM999

The recently-launched Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 has landed in Malaysia today. Besides an expanded 10.5-inch screen, Samsung claims that the tablet also brings a 10% boost for CPU and GPU performance. Let's read on to find out what the other things that the Galaxy Tab A8 brings to the table!

Not only does it have a large display, but it also features a slim 10.2mm bezel and a 16:10 common aspect ratio. Paired with a quad-speaker system with Dolby Atmos, it offers a much more immersive viewing experience than previous models. Under the hood, it packs a 7,040mAh battery that supports up to 15W fast charging, allowing long hours of usage without worrying that it'll lose power.

Furthermore, it comes with an 8MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera. Alongside the new Screen Recorder feature, users can record themselves giving explanations with their voice of what's on the screen. There are also other features, including Multi-Active Window and Drag & Split. The former lets you open up two apps side by side with an additional pop-up window, while the latter allows you to simply drag a link from your current window to the side to create a split-screen when browsing the internet.

If you're interested, the Galaxy Tab A8 (Wi-Fi 3+32GB) is available now in Malaysia for RM999. Purchasing it from today until 28 February 2022 can even get you two free gifts, a Clear Edge Cover worth RM99 and one year Samsung Care+ coverage plan worth RM110.

What do you think about the tablet? Drop a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech products' local launches.


Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 gets spotted on FCC listing

There were plenty of rumours going around about the Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 (model number SM-X205) before it is launches. Here, we spotted the device gets appeared on the FCC listing and might launch in the next few weeks.

According to sources, the tablet will sport a 10.5-inch display with a 1200p resolution that supports a 60Hz refresh rate. Besides that, it may be powered by a Unisoc Toger T618 chipset and a 7040mAh battery that supports 7.8W charging. As for the cameras, it will feature a 5MP selfie snapper and 8MP rear camera. On the other hand, it might sport a Dolby Atmos Quad Speakers, audio jack port, and USB-Type C port.

Well, let us sit back, relax, and wait for the official announcement. Are you looking forward to the device launching? Let us know in the comment below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 leak images shows thick bezels and a single rear camera

The rumours and leak for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Tablet has started since January 2021 until today. If you’re following it for quite a while now, you will be expecting a few things from it now. Today, leaked images on the more affordable Galaxy Tab A8 tablet appeared.

The leaked images were posted by the popular leakster Evan Blass on his Twitter post. Through the images, we can notice it has a thick display bezels, volume buttons and power buttons on the side as usual and a rear camera on the back. That’s all we got for now from the leak post but we could expect it will be another budget tablet coming up soon.

The images actually match our last rumor from another source, it is reported to have an FHD+ TFT display with 1200p resolution.  Besides, it is also expected to be powered  by a Snapdragon chipset with up to 4GB of RAM and a 128GB of storage with a microSD card slot.

As of now, there’s still no official confirmation on the official release date for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 yet, So do keep an eye for the upcoming news and stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com


Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 3's support page found and rumoured to feature Exynos 9810 chipset

Earlier, the news has surfaced saying that the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 3 will be launched with three variants that have different connectivity settings. Besides that, not much information has been given regarding the design and the tech specs of the upcoming tablet. Today, an official support page for a product that has the model number SM-T575 has appeared and it's one of the three mentioned variants.

The support page was found on both Samsung's UK and German websites and it's for the LTE variant of the Galaxy Tab Active 3. However, other than some random questions on the tablet which hasn't been released yet, the site has remained quiet about the tech specs.

Fortunately, the device has actually shown up on Geekbench before and some of its tech specs were revealed. It is expected to feature an Exynos 9810 chipset paired with 4GB of RAM. The tablet has even scored 723 points in the single-core test and 2,085 points in the multi-core Geekbench test. For the look, the rugged tablet measures roughly 215 x 130mm which is quite identical to its predecessors.

Let us know what you think about the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 3 on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting tech news.


Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 4 Pro Malaysia release - IP68 rated & DeX mode supported, priced at RM3299

Today, Samsung announced a brand new Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro for the Malaysian market. Designed for businesses and frontline workers across various industries, it's priced at RM3299 with enterprise-grade features and rugged durability.

Built at 10.2mm thickness and weighing 674g, this rugged tablet has a battery capacity of 7600mAh which can be removed and replaced. The TFT display is 10.1 inches and the tablet is also integrated with Samsung DeX which can be connected to another monitor or TV. Meanwhile, the rear and front camera is 13MP and 8MP respectively, capable of doing a UHD 4K @30fps video recording.

Running on an octa-core processor, 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage only, you can add in more space via microSD card up to 1TB. It can be connected to a 5G network and supports NFC connectivity too. On top of that, Samsung said workers can even use the touchscreen with gloves on. The tablet will also receive up to five years of security patch updates.

According to Samsung, the Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro is MIL-STD-810H certified. Its durability can handle most high altitudes, temperatures, vibrations, dust, and more. The device and its S Pen is IP68 rated, making them dust- and water-resistant. It is also anti-shock, built to withstand drops up to 1.2m with the protective cover or 1.0m without the cover.

To purchase the Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro, you can reach out to Samsung’s authorized distributors, M-Link System (M) Sdn Bhd, SNS Network (M) Sdn Bhd, and Tri-e Marketing Sdn Bhd. To learn more about the tablet, you can visit the official web portal right here.


Samsung Galaxy Tab Active officially announced for rugged use

Samsung recently announced their new rugged, anti-shock Samsung Galaxy Tab Active tablet. Featuring IP67 water resistance certification, a built-in C-Pen stylus and the ability to survive a 1.2 meter drop thanks to an inclusive shock-proof protective cover, the Galaxy Tab Active is the tablet for rugged outdoor professionals. Other tech specs for the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active include the following:

No news on Malaysia release dates or pricing yet but for these features and market, you can expect the pricing to be much higher compared to the consumer Samsung Galaxy tablets.