50MP RYYB Ultra Vision Camera & 120Hz OLED display - Join the HUAWEI nova 9 #BeAnovaStar TikTok Dance Challenge!

As of 8 November 2021, the HUAWEI nova 9 becomes available in Malaysia. The nova series has always been known as a camera-centric smartphone. It sports an all-new 50MP RYYB Ultra Vision Camera, a flagship-level camera, premium design, and some key features to deliver a fun entertainment and photography experience for youths. If you are a HUAWEI fan or looking for something new, perhaps the nova 9 is the one you should get. Why? Here are six exciting features that could make you a nova star!

Camera nowadays has upgraded tremendously with new functions for better picture quality. Often, a megapixel is considered more important than others, but it is only a part of picture quality that makes it great. For mobile photographers and camera enthusiasts, you may know that the camera sensor plays a huge role in ensuring sharp and compelling photography. With that, the HUAWEI nova 9 has aced the camera sensor, producing an incredible photo shooting experience through capturing light exposure. For the nova 9, there's a new 50MP RYYB Ultra Vision Camera System to let you capture the best possible real-life images anytime and anywhere. Moreover, it is also accompanied by an 8MP ultrawide lens, a 2MP depth lens, and a macro sensor that allows you to take microscopic photos of up to 4cm.

According to HUAWEI, the RYYB colour filter has been improved with high light sensitivity, allowing it to collect up to 40% more light exposure and clarity. Inherited from its flagship counterparts, the nova 9 also comes with an XD Fusion Engine and Ultra Vision HDR Technology. These combine to further enhance the quality of images through computational photography functions.

Even as a mid-range tier smartphone, the nova 9 has a Super Night Mode function to improve your night photography experience. Last but not least, there is a Dual-View video function for all the content creators out there to vlog your day creatively! In other words, this feature can record using the front and back camera at the same time!

120Hz refresh rate on an OLED display? Sweet

It's rare to see an OLED display on a mid-range phone, but the nova 9 has it. The display measures 6.57-inches and features a refresh rate of up to 120Hz to enhance your viewing experience with smoother motions. Additionally, it even has a screen optimisation feature that switches the refresh rate between 60Hz and 120Hz, depending on what you're doing. This balances the visual energy to prolong its battery life.

With its curved glass design, the nova 9 can be mistaken for a flagship device. Thanks to a sophisticated glass grinding process, the curvature of the glass fits perfectly on the metal frame and only weighs 175g and is 7.77mm thick.

Coming in an eye-catching Starry Blue design, its back is made with a dual-film and dual-coating process together with an advanced anti-glare coating. This results in a fancy matte finish with a delicate texture. By the way, if you want the classic black look - it's available too.

The battery is another important factor for Malaysians, and it can be annoying if it drains quickly. Assembled with HUAWEI's battery technology, the nova 9 offers a 66W HUAWEI SuperCharge technology. So don't worry if you have forgotten to charge, as SuperCharge will ensure a full charge in just 38 minutes!

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G chipset is more than capable of mobile gaming

Besides having an advanced camera system, the nova 9 can be used for mobile gaming too. It comes with a 120Hz refresh rate display for the best mobile gaming experience. Moreover, it has a feature known as the Touch Turbo Gaming, which delivers a 300Hz touch sampling rate to give you the edge in gaming.

Smartphones get warm after a while of gaming but fret not - the nova 9 also has graphene & VC liquid cooling technology integrated into its cooling system. So even after gaming for hours, its graphene heat dissipation technology immediately cools the device down when a certain level of heat is detected.

Finally, the nova 9 comes with the HUAWEI Mobile Services (HMS) as part of the company's ongoing ecosystem expansion. To continue providing interconnectivity within its ecosystem, HUAWEI offers the HMS experience to benefit all HUAWEI users to live a smarter life. The HUAWEI nova 9 has access to a full suite of important apps through the HUAWEI AppGallery, for banking, social media, food & beverage, e-wallet, shopping and of course, games!

In the HUAWEI AppGallery, it features Data Privacy and working parents can enable Parental Control to access restriction functions. This can prevent children from browsing for too long on the phone.

What's more, you can explore Petal Search, an AI-powered mobile search engine that makes things easier to find online. This includes news, nearby services as well as apps. Petal Search's results are all from the AppGallery and trusted third-party stores, thus giving more options to the HUAWEI users.

Before we end this article, HUAWEI Malaysia is kicking off an ongoing Be a nova Star Karaoke Battle contest campaign until 18 November 2021 on JOOX. A total of three (3) winners will be picked from three categories which are 1) Top Gifts Received, 2) Top Likes Received, and 3) Most Creative Entry (Editor's Pick).

Then starting from the 7th until the 13th of November 2021, all Malaysians can participate in the HUAWEI nova 9 #BeAnovaStar TikTok Dance Challenge and stand a chance to win a HUAWEI Band 6. If you're interested, all you have to do is follow the steps below:

That's all, folks. Do you have it takes to be a nova star? The pre-order of the nova 9 will begin on 8 November (8 PM) until 19 November 2021, so don't miss out on this chance to own one of the latest mid-range phones to be a star under the spotlight. To find out more and purchase the nova 9, you can refer to the links provided below:


Apple releases a new compact Mac mini for professional editors starting from RM3449

Along with the new Apple iPad Pro and MacBook Air, Apple also announced a new Mac mini and as the name suggests, this is a really mini and compact CPU featuring high-end tech specs, even a new thermal system to keep it cool while running memory demanding programs such as Adobe Photoshop CC and Final Cut Pro X. There are two memory variants starting with the 128GB model for RM3449 and 256GB model for RM4699.

So here's a breakdown of the tech-specs, the Mac mini features mini features a new 8th generation 6-core and quad-core processors with Turbo Boost speeds up to 4.6GHz, a DDR4 memory up to 64GB (2666MHz) and a huge storage capacity up to 2TB SSD. In addition, it's also equipped with an Intel UHD graphics, Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C x4), HDMI 2.0, 10Gb Ethernet (optional) and a new T2 security chip.

The Thunderbolt 3 is able to transfer data at up to 40 Gbps, charging, connecting up to 4K displays, as well as pairing up with another Mac mini via an eGPUOh, there's a 3.5mm headphone jack port too

Like the MacBook Air, this allows the Mac mini to have an SSD controller with on-the-fly data encryption so you can be sure that everything you store in there is encrypted properly. Besides that, the T2 security chip has a HEVC video transcoding which allows the users to work quickly by 30x faster than its predecessor, so if you're working on a super high-resolution video, you won't be lagging behind. The Mac mini's body is also environmental friendly with 100% recycled aluminium.

No official date for the Malaysia market yet, but on the Apple Malaysia website, adding more storage will also add in a few more hundred Ringgit. You can check out the full details right over here. Stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


Apple releases camera tutorial videos for iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus users

We get it, not everybody who owns an Apple iPhone are trained photographers but why stop there? Be the photographer you were born to be by checking out Apple's new tutorial video series, 'How to shoot on iPhone 7.'

Each of the 16 short videos posted on YouTube by Apple themselves are aimed to teach iPhone 7 and 7 Plus users to use the phone's camera to its full potential by showcasing some useful tricks and features.

Interested to find the inner photographer in you? Head straight to the Apple's dedicated webpage for the entire series, free of charge. The entire collection includes:

Make sure to stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest scoops.


Apple releases iOS 12.5.6 update for older iPhones and iPads to patch vulnerabilities

Apple has released an iOS update specifically for older devices in order to fix a major vulnerability that was actively being exploited. Called iOS 12.5.6, the update is now available for iPhones, iPod touch and iPads that can’t run on the latest software by Apple.

According to the Apple Support page, the WebKit vulnerability was fixed in iOS 15.6.1, iPadOS 15.6.1 and macOS Monterey 12.5.1. However, since there are many older devices that people are still using, Apple has incorporated the fix in iOS 12 via the aforementioned update for older devices as well to shield their devices from active vulnerabilities.

Devices that can’t install an update past iOS 12 include the iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPod touch 6, original iPad Air, iPad mini 2, and iPad mini 3. The update can be downloaded over the air (OTA) by opening up the Settings app, tapping on "General," and selecting the "Software Update" option.

It’s really commendable for Apple to still release a software update to these devices despite they’re already being flagged as Legacy Devices and have already enjoyed more than four years of software support. Let’s hope that other manufacturers follow suit!

What do you guys think? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news!


Apple releases iOS 14.1 GM, as well as 3rd beta for iOS 14.2

With the big hurrah over the newly released iPhone 12 series, Apple hasn't neglected the software side and has new announcements on iOS. Specifically, the company has released iOS 14.1 GM and announced that the third beta round for iOS 14.2 is available for developers.

According to 9to5Mac, Apple accidentally released iOS 14.1 as a public release. But it seems there are still some issues to iron out and the public release was pulled back in favour for a GM build. In case you didn't know, GM stands for Golden Master, a term given to an iOS version that has passed the testing phase and is ready to be commercially shipped out.

We can expect the iPhone 12 series to ship with iOS 14.1, though you should also be able to download the GM version through the Apple Developer Portal. As for iOS 14.2, it would be some time before that's available but there are some features we already know about. The next version is likely to come with Shazam, playback controls on the lock screen, new emojis, and more.

With that said, have you all managed to try out iOS 14.1 or 14.2 for yourself? Which improvements did you like the most? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


Apple releases iOS 14.4, fixes major bugs and 2 vulnerabilities

It hasn't been that long since Apple released iOS and iPadOS 14.3, but it was far from perfect so a new version was announced. The new version 14.4 comes with some bug fixes and adds two features to your iPhone and iPad.

According to MacRumors, iOS 14.4 allows your camera to even recognise small QR codes. If you had to repair your iPhone 12 series device, you may have run into an issue where the OS can't verify the camera. The new update resolved that issue too. Besides that, version 14.4 resolves a list of other bugs related to the virtual keyboard, Fitness widget, and HDR photos.

In terms of new features, iPhone 11 or 12 series devices will now have notable effects like haptic feedback when you transfer songs from your iPhone to a HomePod Mini. There's also an option for you to designate the type of third-party Bluetooth device you are using now. This allows the iPhone to accurately identify the audio device and adjust the volume for notifications.

As you can tell, it's not really a big update. But if the above issues have been bugging you, then you'll definitely want to update soon. On that topic, are there any other issues you've been facing on iOS? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Apple releases iOS and iPadOS 15.6 update to all users which fixes various bug

Apple today released version 15.6 of iOS and iPadOS to all supported devices, which may prove to be one of the last versions of the OS while we await the company to roll out iOS and iPadOS 16. The update brings with it minor tweaks here and there as well as various bug fixes.

The update should be available over the air for all users today. If you don’t have automatic update turned on, you can manually update your devices by going to General and then Software Update.

Bringing with it build 19G71, Apple asserted that the update includes enhancements, bug fixes and security updates. Furthermore, here the notable features from iOS and iPadOS 15.6:

So, have you updated your devices to iOS or iPadOS 15.6? What are your thoughts on the OS overall? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest trending tech news.


Apple releases limited-edition Year of the Rabbit AirPods Pro in celebration of Chinese New Year

With the Chinese New Year celebrations less than a month away, Apple has released a Chinese New Year gift guide in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macau with various discounts as well as limited-time products. These include a special-edition second-generation AirPods Pro with a Year of the Rabbit engraving.

As reported by MacRumors, the special-edition AirPods Pro has a cute rabbit engraving on its wireless charging case. Furthermore, a larger version of the rabbit is printed in red on the AirPods Pro box.

The special AirPods Pro can be purchased through Apple online and retail stores in the aforementioned countries and regions. Each customer can only purchase up to two pairs of the AirPods Pro and they are only available while stocks last.

Besides that, Apple is also offering customers in the aforementioned regions up to CNY1000 or ~RM634 off for selected products from now until 2 January 2023. These include the iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPad Air, iPad mini, iPad, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, second-generation AirPods, and third-generation AirPods. The Apple Stores are also selling OtterBox's limited-edition Chinese New Year case for iPhone 14 models.

Furthermore, from 6 January to 7 February 2023, Apple's retail stores in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Singapore will be offering free Today at Apple sessions. Through this, customers can use an iPhone to create a New Year portrait that they can share with family and friends.

Of course, all of these promotions are not available in Malaysia. Well, maybe things would change when the long-rumoured Apple Store will finally open in our country.

So, what do you guys think of Apple’s Chinese New Year promotions? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest tech news.


Apple releases new iOS & iPadOS 13.2.2 update to fix background apps and mobile signal bug

In this short announcement, there is now a new update from Apple regarding the apps closing in the background bug issue that was rampant in the previous iOS update. Now with iOS and iPadOS 13.2.2, this will be the fix for the bug so Apple users shouldn't be experiencing such a quick app shut down while multitasking and others.

For those who didn't know, there was an issue that some users faced where two apps would close or reload in the background while switching the apps in between. This issue was also seen and fixed in iOS 13.3 beta testing, so that's nice of Apple for taking a quick fix on it. But besides the app background bug fix, the company also solves the mobile signal issue where the phone would lose it after a call, as well as losing the mobile data temporarily. For example, even though the iPhone is showing full signal bar, the line felt like a snail.

Another minor issue that is within the iOS 13.2.2 fix patch is the stop the charging interruption from the YubiKey Lightning-power accessories. Apparently, the bug made some messages unreadable between Exchange accounts.

Personally, it's about time that they sent an update patch for this, particularly the mobile signal one. You can now download the latest iOS and iPadOS 13.2.2 update on your Settings app. Stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


Apple releases new software update for its devices, patches major security issue

For those of you who use Apple devices, it's time to update your software again. Yesterday, Apple did a triple release with a new version for iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, and macOS Big Sur. The update should now be available to all users with compatible devices.

According to Wccftech, the new update is mostly to fix some security issues. Since they're all updated at the same time, we can assume that this is a common bug found on all platforms. In particular, it was announced that the iOS 14.4.1 update patches a WebKit bug that enabled malicious web content to remotely execute codes.

Besides the patch, Apple has released a new Safari version 14.0.3 for macOS Catalina and macOS Mojave users. As you can see, Apple continues to provide software support even for devices running on older operating systems. By the way, you can refer to the Apple security updates page for a list of changes in the update.

On the topic of operating systems, what do you think of iOS 14 and macOS Big Sur after using them for a few months? Share your thoughts in the comments below, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Apple releases new updates for Keynote, Pages and Numbers for a better WFH experience

Today, Apple just sent out some new features in Apple Keynotes, Pages, and Numbers. According to the Apple newsroom, these new tools are made for iPhone, iPad and Mac users easier to work. Here are some new updates that you can use on iWork.

Starting with Keynote, Apple has made Keynote presentations more engaging and collaborative. If you have a team working together, the new Keynote tools can be engaging as well thanks to the front camera which users can now add a live video directly on the presentation slides. In addition, there is a new multi-presenter option where everyone can easily control a shared slideshow from the same devices as well.

Screen View demo of before and after (left to right)

For those who read and edit documents on their iPhones, Pages now has a new Screen View feature. It can automatically display text, images and other elements in a single column, meaning that the size can be adjustable to fit into the display and tables can be scrolled horizontally. Screen View will be a default setting after the update is done but users can switch it off anytime to see the page layout before printing or publishing.

If you work on graphics and charts a lot, Apple also got them covered for you in Numbers. With pivot tables, users can now summarise, group and rearrange data seamlessly to identify and analyse patterns and trends. Users can also keep the source data private and even import or export pivot tables to and from Microsoft Excel. Like Pages, these full-featured pivot tables is available on the iPhone, iPad and Mac.

Pivot tables now on iPhone, iPad and Mac

Additionally, Radar charts are a new chart type that makes it easy to visually compare multiple variables with similarities shown as overlapping areas

On top of the new features, Keynote, Pages and Numbers will be able to support new translation features. Introduced in the latest iOS 15, iPadOS 15 and macOS Monterey, users can simply select the text and read the translation on the spot. The updates are now available to download on the App Store and Mac App Store from today onwards. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


53 China apps including Xiaomi, TikTok, WeChat and more are in India's list due to security risk

If you still remember the "Remove China Apps" news, looks like it's not over yet. According to sources, it seems that the India intelligence officials have taken this matter into their own hands and actually prepared a list of apps that are deemed "dangerous" in terms of security risk.

From the list of apps, there are 53 apps and this includes Xiaomi apps like the Mi Store and even Mi Community. Besides that, TikTok is also included (no surprised) as well as Clash of Kings, WeChat, and many more. Furthermore, the list is supported by India's National Security Council and have advised the government to take action on banning them, but so far nothing has happened yet.

The National Security Council also mentioned that it's not just the fact of potential data leak from the apps listed, but also the potential to "degrade network conditions in case of conflict". That's kinda bizarre if you ask us but we're not the experts here. Anyway, below is the list of China apps under the red flag.

Zoom was supposed to be in the list too for not having any end-to-end encryption for free users, the company initially said that the intention was meant to keep the door open for law enforcement cooperation but eventually gave in to public concerns and will integrate it from July 2020 onwards. What do you think of this situation? Our words of advice - be careful of what you share online regardless of how well the app security is, you don't need to tell the whole world about yourself.

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


Apple releases upgraded Macbooks in Apple Online Store

Today, Apple has announced that they will be releasing new 12-inch Macbook models. The new models are already available in the Apple online store now, with three different price tags for $1299 (around RM5011) for the 1.1GHz Core m3 model; $1599 (around RM6169) for 1.2GHz Core m5 model; and a $250 (around RM964) upgrade cost for the 1.3GHz Core m7.

Available in Rose Gold, Gold, Silver, and Space Gray, the new notebook is featuring

For more information on Apple's new notebooks, head over to their website www.apple.com.my to check it out.


Apple releases watchOS 8.1.1, fixes charging issue for Watch Series 7

Are you looking to get the new Apple Watch Series 7? You should know that the company will start shipping those to Malaysia next month, so it's great that Apple would have fixed existing issues before you get it. That's what the latest watchOS update is for.

According to MacRumors, watchOS 8.1.1 is now available for the Apple Watch Series 7. Both the GPS and cellular variants can now share their Apple Fitness+ stats via SharePlay. Previously, some Watch Series 7 owners have also mentioned that the device would fail to charge or recharge slowly. The new update should also fix the bug that's causing those issues.

Have you encountered this charging issue with older models? What other features would you like to see added to the Apple Watch Series smartwatches? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Apple remains on top as most valuable brand for 5th time in a row

Apple Inc. has once again been crowned the most valuable brand for the 5th time in a row by consultant firm, Interbrand. The Cupertino based tech company remains on their throne with a brand value of $184 billion, a 3% increase from their value last year.

However, Google isn’t far behind with a brand value of $142 billion on a 6$ increase from last year. Not a bad increase but when will they catch up with the tech kings of California? Trailing from the top would be the big contender Microsoft with a $79 billion brand value from a whopping 10% increase from their number last year. Come on Microsoft!

As for other tech brands in the Top 10 list, Samsung is not that far behind from the top with a 6th rank with $56 billion value on a 9% increase. Huawei is reported to be down at the 70th ranking with a value of $6 billion and another whopping 14% growth from last year.

To find out more about the rank of your favourite brand? Make sure to check out Interbrand, here, for the full list. Make sure to also stay tuned to TechNave.com for the best tech updates!


Apple removed 39,000 games from China App Store before 2020 ends

It looks like Apple had started a purge on the App Store before 2020 ends. Today, the news came reporting that the tech giant has removed more than 46,000 apps in total from their China store, and 39,000 of them are unlicensed games by Chinese authorities.

According to the source, this marks the biggest removal ever that Apple has carried out in one day. Research firm Qimai has reported that games like Assassin’s Creed Identity and NBA 2K20 have also been affected, with only 74 of the top 1,500 paid games made it out alive.

To clarify, Apple has actually given the game publishers an end-of-June deadline earlier this year to obtain a government-issued license number that enables users to make in-app purchases in the world’s biggest games market. However, the deadline has later been extended until today. Other than that, it is also said that Apple is enforcing their regulations on licenses more strictly this year.

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


Apple removed up to 181 vaping apps on their Apple App Store

In light of the various reports on vape injuries and death in the United States, Apple recently removed around 181 vaping apps on their Apple App Store and will no longer approve such apps in the future based on their updated guidelines. Not only that, but it seems that the aforementioned guidelines also prohibits any apps that encourage the consumption of tobacco, illegal drugs, or even excessive amounts of alcohol as well.

However, Apple’s actions are not without backlash due to the fact that the majority of the vaping related illnesses were due to black market THC products instead of e-cigarettes which has been available for quite a while. Based on a statement by gizmodo.com, there is no news on whether Google would act in a similar way to how Apple reacted to the vaping incidents.

What are your opinions on Apple removing vape apps on their Apple App Store? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple removes Epic Games developer account in escalating feud

When Epic Games sued Apple last week over the removal of Fortnite from its App Store, you'd think that things would simmer down before the two companies settle things in court. But Apple isn't going to take things lying down and has banned the former's developer account. And funny enough, this will happen a fortnight from the date that Fortnite was removed. Looks like Apple is feeling cheeky here...

According to 9to5Mac, Epic Games has revealed that Apple plans to terminate all developer accounts for Epic Games on 28 August 2020. When this happens, Epic Games will lose all access to iOS and Mac development tools. As a result, Epic Games claims that Apple is attacking its entire business with this move. Allegedly, the lack of access to the tools mentioned above would affect the development of future versions of the Unreal Engine for iOS and macOS.

Apple removed Fortnite from the App Store and has informed Epic that on Friday, August 28 Apple will terminate all our developer accounts and cut Epic off from iOS and Mac development tools. We are asking the court to stop this retaliation. Details here: https://t.co/3br1EHmyd8

Previously, Apple has stated that it works with Epic Games to resolve the latter's violation so that Fortnite can be reinstated in the App Store. But that was before Epic Games decided to escalate with its 1984 parody to mock the former. Now, Epic Games has to ask the Northern California courts for help in preventing its developer accounts being terminated.

This case is worth noting because if the courts were to favour Epic Games, it could set a precedent for other mobile game developers to set up their own payment systems. But which company do you think is in the right? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


Apple reported to be working on cheaper iPhone with under display fingerprint reader for... China?

A supply chain in China claims that Apple may be working on a more affordable version of the iPhone without their iconic Face ID. Sources say that it may instead come with an under-display (UD) fingerprint reader to keep costs low and notches smaller (a definite plus if this were to happen).

Apple has gone through two generations of iPhones without the fingerprint reader, opting for the Face ID instead. Now the company seems to have made a U turn, favouring a fingerprint reader under the OLED display. From what we’ve heard, these iPhones may come with a larger than usual screen to body ratio thanks to the smaller notch and slim bezels.

However, despite the fact that the device may be affordable, the Chinese market tends to favour phones priced at the CNY 5000 (~RM3000) range which was why the iPhone XR didn’t take off in China before. This may be the reason why Apple may be introducing a China only device. Now, Apple has never introduced a region-only phone before so the fact that they are making one for China may be highly unlikely. The news that such device may in the works is definitely a possibility given the lower price tag and smaller notch. What do you think? Keep up with the latest Apple news on TechNave.com!


Apple reportedly cuts AirPods 3 orders by over 30 percent after ‘significantly weaker’ demand

The latest generation of the AirPods, the AirPods 3 is apparently not as successful as what Apple hoped it to be. So much so, that the tech giant is allegedly cutting orders of the true wireless earbuds from its suppliers by over 30 percent for the second and third quarter of 2022.

Shared by reliable tipster regarding everything Apple, Ming-Chi Kuo on Twitter, it is alleged that the demand for the latest generation AirPods is ‘significantly weaker’ than for its predecessor. Kuo further claimed that this was due to failed product segmentation strategy by Apple.

Hence, Apple is reportedly planning to not repeat the same mistakes when it launches the AirPods Pro 2. Kuo reported that Apple will be discontinuing the first-generation AirPods Pro so as not to ‘cannibalise’ sales of the new product.

The AirPods 3 was released in October last year, but Apple continued to sell AirPods 2 even after the release. As it turned out, the AirPods 2 ended up being more in demand than its latest generation, even though the AirPods 3 has a refreshed design similar to the AirPods Pro.

Speaking of the latter, Kuo also claimed that the AirPods Pro 2 will be released in the second half of this year. However, do take all these information with a grain of salt as these are still rumours and nothing has been confirmed as of yet.

So, do you own any of the AirPods released by Apple? What do you guys think of the AirPods lineup in general?

Share your thoughts with us in the comments below. Moreover, do stay tuned to TechNave for all the latest trending tech news in Malaysia and beyond!


Apple reportedly cutting iPhone 12 mini production down to boost up iPhone 12 Pro unit demands

Previously, we reported that the Apple iPhone 12 mini is the least sold model among the series. That may seem like an odd statement but the statistics don't lie, as the mini variant only accounted for 6% of the total sales. To continue in catering to the iPhone 12 Pro demands, it was reported that Apple has cut down production of the iPhone 12 mini.

From Morgan Stanley's investment note, the production was cut down by 2 million units, this is so that more iPhone 12 Pro models can be manufactured as mentioned earlier. On top of that, the note also reads that the iPhone 12 production got ramped up as well. In case you missed it, the iPhone 12 is the most sold model and the most popular one, achieving 27% of the total sales.

Meanwhile in China, the non-pro variants are doing much better when compared to the iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max. It was reported that the iPhone 12 gained a 20.3% market share there which is a new 18-month high. For the first time in 4 years, it has gotten the largest base of any iPhone launched in China.

But what about you? Which iPhone 12 model do you prefer? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple reportedly delays its AR glasses indefinitely due to technical difficulties

Apple has allegedly paused development on its augmented reality (AR) glasses and would focus on making a more affordable mixed reality headset instead. The tech giant is reportedly facing technical difficulties with the former, which has the same concept as the Google Glass smart glasses.

According to reliable tipster Mark Gurman, Apple previously set a target of releasing the smart glasses this year before delaying it to 2025. Now, it is claimed that the company has scaled back work on the device, with its launch being postponed “indefinitely”.

Writing in his column on Bloomberg, Gurman said that Apple considers AR glasses as a product that could replace the iPhone in the future. Currently, most of Apple’s AR/VR team is working on a mixed-reality headset that may be available for purchase as early as September this year.

Of course, do take this information with a grain of salt as nothing is confirmed as of yet. So, what do you guys think of Apple’s push into AR and VR? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


5G Malaysia Showcase roundup featuring autonomous car, cross-country remote surgery, and more.

Many companies such as Celcom, Umobile, Digi, Maxis, Telekom Malaysia and more came to the 5G Malaysia showcase in Putrajaya over the weekend to introduce and showcase the future network of our country, the 5G network which provide us with much lower latency, speeds up to 5.6Gbps or higher as well as better stability.

Starting off with Celcom, they showcased their autonomous car, which can be driven remotely or by itself which via the 5G network. The vehicle was driven around on a closed-off road right in front of the convention centre, avoiding certain obstacle with ease. Not only that, but the operator could easily assume control of the vehicle remotely via the 5G network.

Celcom autonomous vehicle viewed from an indoor cockpit

Umobile, on the other hand, offers medical specialists the opportunity to perform examinations internationally via a video streaming system which allows a medical specialist to observe and provide feedback without physically being in the room. Instead, they could be halfway across the world and still be able to respond instantaneously thanks to the low-latency capabilities of the 5G network.

Umobile also showcased the 4k video streaming for all our entertainment needs as well as higher quality surveillance CCTV of up to Full-HD thanks to the higher bandwidth by the network.

Remote medical observation streamed over 5G network

4k video content being streamed over 5G network

High-resolution Full HD CCTV footages sent over 5G

Remember the world’s first remote brain surgery, which was conducted in China using Huawei’s 5G network not too long ago? Well, Huawei demonstrated a similar system to that which allows doctors to perform medical examinations without being in the same room as the patient. The main difference with this is the fact that the system used during the surgery has significantly lower latency, allowing the surgical practitioner to respond instantaneously to any issues should anything happen.

Telekom Malaysia developed a safety helmet that is fitted with various electronics such as a camera and controls, which allows supervisors to be able to observe what the contractors are doing and provide feedback on what the contractors are doing.

Medical examination equipment controlled by the operator over 5G network

Safety helmet with camera module at the front

Control panel on the underside of the helmet

A participant attempting to grab a cube using hand gestures to control the robot

Maxis gets handy with their robotic arm that is connected via 5G, which enables participants at the showroom to control the robot using hand gestures as more. Digi, on the other hand, showed off the latest 5G network by showcasing an augmented reality minigame, that lets attendees have a closer look at a digital rendered heart as well as learn more about it.

All the technologies and prototypes showcased that utilized the 5G network, should give us a short glimpse of what to expect in the near future. As far as I know, WRC 2019 held in Egypt which will determine which spectrum of the 5G network will Malaysia be assigned to. The network in its entirety will gradually roll out somewhere around the second half of 2020 onwards, with full network coverage expected to be around 2025. For more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple reportedly looking into GaN technology to increase charging speed

Generally, Apple doesn't disclose the amount of energy in the iPhone batteries upon and we don't think we will be seeing the company changing that habit anytime soon. But we got some news that the group just placed their orders on GaN charger technology which could change the game.

What do we mean by that? Well, if Apple is not going to bother increasing the battery pack power, they might as well have a faster-charging brick. For those who don't know, GaN-based USB C charging bricks are smaller and compact because of the GaN-on-Si chip technology. Many Android brands such as Xiaomi and Lenovo are already using that, so are Anker, Aukey and Baseus which allow their chargers to reach up to 60W-65W charging speed.

Even if Apple does get on board with the GaN technology, consumers will still have to buy a charger separately. But there's a good chance that the price might be lowered down (or maybe not at all). Nonetheless, it's still cheaper to get third-party chargers, for now, that offers faster-charging speed. You can check out our list of recommended third-party chargers for the iPhone 12 series right here.

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


Apple reportedly orders TSMC’s entire supply of 3nm processors for its iPhones and Macs

Apple is reportedly going all in with N3, TSMC’s first-generation 3nm process and has secured all available orders for the process’ initial supply. It is believed that the 3nm chips would be powering Apple’s upcoming iPhone 15 series and M3 MacBooks.

As reported by Digi Times, a Taipei-based publication specialising in the electronics and semiconductor industries, Apple has procured 100 per cent of the initial N3 supply. The 3nm process is claimed to have a high yield, though at a higher cost.

Moreover, the tech giant is still trusting TSMC’s process despite the foundry’s declining utilisation rate in the first half of 2023. The N3 process reportedly began in December last year, with TSMC scaling up its process capacity at a gradual pace with monthly output to reach 45,000 wafers in March 2023.

The 3nm technology is said to deliver up to 35 per cent more power efficiency over the 4nm processors found on the A16 Bionic chip for the iPhone 14 Pro series. TSMC’s 3nm chips will reportedly be used in Apple’s A17 Bionic and M3 SoCs. Of course, do take this with a grain of salt as nothing is confirmed as of yet.

So, what do you guys think of Apple’s move to go all in with TSMC’s 3nm process? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news such as this.


Apple reportedly planning to move away from mini-LED to OLED displays for iPads and MacBooks

Apple may move away from mini-LED displays for its future iPads and MacBooks lineups and opt for OLED displays instead. This is according to industry sources which claim that demand for mini-LED suppliers is shrinking due to Apple’s alleged move.

According to MacRumors which quoted a report from DigiTimes, Epistar, Apple’s main mini-LED display supplier said that demand for the panel technology’s use in consumer electronic devices is decreasing. However, the demand for mini-LED displays for use in dashboards and displays for vehicles is set for a spike in 2023.

Previously, rumours claim that Apple is planning to release its first-ever iPad Pro with an OLED display in 2024. Currently, the latest iPad Pro 11-inch uses an IPS LCD display while the iPad Pro 12.9-inch utilises mini-LED. Mini-LED displays are also being used on the latest MacBook lineup as well as on the Pro Display XDR monitor.

Of course, do take this information with a grain of salt as nothing is confirmed as of yet. Nevertheless, given the decreased demand for mini-LED, this speculation may have some truth to it.

What do you guys think? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


Apple reportedly “seriously” concerned about iPhone 14 Plus sales, will reevaluate iPhone 15 lineup

Apple’s introduction of the new “Plus” model for its iPhone lineup earlier this year has been rather disappointing, with the iPhone 14 Plus recording lacklustre sales and demand. Now, an alleged leak has claimed that the company is “seriously” concerned about the model’s prospects and will reevaluate its strategy for next year’s iPhone 15 series.

According to tipster yeux1122 on Naver, the below-par sales figure of the iPhone 14 Plus is causing Apple to consider how it treats the Pro and non-Pro variants of the iPhone 15 series. The tipster further elaborated that the tech giant is considering either reducing the price of the Plus model or to further differentiating the Pro and non-Pro models of the iPhone series.

While this is still mere speculation as nothing is confirmed just yet, Apple has in the past drastically changed its iPhone series lineup due to subpar demand. These include discontinuing the “Mini” models just after two iterations due to the below-than-expected sales volumes of the iPhone 12 Mini and iPhone 13 Mini.

What do you guys think? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more tech news such as this.


Apple reportedly still working on an iPhone hardware subscription service, may launch later this year

Apple recently unveiled a slew of products during its Far Out event, including the latest iPhone 14 Series. Well, if the latest information from reliable tipster Mark Gurman is to be believed, consumers may be able to purchase the new iPhones through a monthly subscription service from Apple as early as late 2022.

Previously, we reported on this new subscription service that is allegedly in the works by Apple for its iPhone and iPad lineups. Now, according to Gurman in his popular Power On newsletter on Bloomberg, the service could debut later this year instead of in 2023.

Moreover, Gurman elaborated that Apple is currently “actively testing this new service” and that the service will “integrate with its Apple One bundles”. The tech insider had also previously claimed that the subscription programme would be different from an instalment programme as the monthly charge wouldn’t be the price of the device split across 12 or 24 months. Instead, it would be a “yet-to-be-determined monthly fee that depends on which device the user chooses”.

Based on Apple’s usual launch schedule, this hardware subscription may be announced in next month’s Apple event focusing on iPads and Macs. Well, do take this information with a grain of salt though as nothing is confirmed as of yet.

What do you guys think? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news such as this!


Apple reportedly to have a nearly 7-inches iPhone with 5G in 2020

As smartphones continue to expand in terms of screen size, we got some news that Apple is preparing to go beyond what they have done, or any smartphone brands for that matter. Thanks to Apple for popularizing the method of putting the notch that increases the screen ratio, which Android brands picked up afterwards.

Currently, the maximum screen size of the iPhone is 6.5-inches and according to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, he has a new report that Apple plans to have a 6.7-inch iPhone in 2020 to meet more consumers' demand. That 0.2-inch upgrade doesn't seem a lot, but 6.7-inches is bigger than you think. In fact, it almost sounds like they have found a way to have a true fullscreen experience (#fingerscrossed). But then again, these numbers can be changed again in the future so take it with a pinch of salt.

On top of that, his report also mentioned two other iPhones. The 2020 standard iPhone shall be 5.4-inches while the iPhone XR successor stays at 6.1-inches. All iPhones will have OLED displays and only the 6.1-inch model won't get 5G connectivity, which Qualcomm will be the primary supplier of the 5G modem. Then by 2021, 5G should be already be mainstream by then and he believes that all the new iPhone will be able to support 5G with its own 5G modem.

There are only three months left until we get to see Apple's new 2019 iPhone lineup. Until then, stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


Apple reportedly to release 2 new iPads later this year and a new Apple Glasses in 2022 at earliest

What? Apple Glasses? Well, it's actually not the first time we heard about it. This device project has been in a long development ever since Apple set their eyes on Augmented Reality (AR) and according to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the Apple Glasses is scheduled for 2022. Besides that, two new iPad models could be in the works too.

First, let's talk about the new rumoured iPad models - one is a 10.8-inch iPad and the other is the return of the iPad mini which could be either 8.5 or 9-inch. There is a possibility that these two iPads could make a surprise appearance in the second half of 2020, if not, early 2021 according to Kuo's note. The analyst also noted that the new iPads will follow the recently released iPhone SE product strategy, which means that we could see a price range starting from RM2000 or perhaps even lower. In terms of tech specs, there's nothing much to look into but the new iPad mini could feature a mini LED display.

As for the Apple Glass, multiple sources have indicated that the new Apple AR glasses should be ready by 2022 as aforementioned. The design is said to look similar to Oculus Quest by Facebook, but using lightweight materials and fabrics for comfortability. It's even said that the glasses will have its own operating system called rOS (reality OS) and should be relying on the iPhone for compatibility and processing power. Reports also said that the glasses could feature touch panels, voice commands, and head gestures for controlling.

Since all of this is just a rumour, do take it with a pinch of salt. Stay safe, stay informed, and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple reportedly upgrading iPhone 15 hardware to integrate with Vision Pro's ecosystem

The Apple Vision Pro is indeed quite a hot topic ever since the WWDC 2023 happened. But in a recent tweet by a reliable analyst, Ming-Chi Kuo, noted that the iPhone 15 series would be optimised to pair with the spatial headset.

According to his tweet, the iPhone 15 series hardware specifications are going to be "aggressively upgraded" to suit the Vision Pro ecosystem. We may see new specs upgrade of better WiFi and ultrawideband chip (UWB), with the production process to 7nm from 16mn. This will allow improved performance or reduced power consumption for nearby interactions.

Apple products interacting with each other is crucial because of the ecosystem the company built. Currently, the iPhones are now using the U1 chip that first appeared in the iPhone 11 series, as well as the AirTag, Apple Watch Series 6 as well as the HomePod mini.

Furthermore, Kuo also said that the iPhone 16 series is likely to get WiFi 7. With WiFi 7, it's reported to be more conducive to the company's integration of hardware products. Thus, creating a better ecosystem experience on the same local network for the users.

The Apple Vision Pro will be released in 2024 with a starting price of $3499 (~RM16,098) but Malaysia won't be part of the five-wave market. Even so, we don't think Malaysian consumers would even spend that much for the spatial headset. You can visit our news coverage about it to learn more details.


Apple responded to the battery "dormant software lock" saying it was to protect the customers

Just yesterday, we wrote about how Apple is using a "dormant software lock" on the Apple iPhone XR, iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max and this will cause a pop-up message about being unable to verify the battery and showing the battery health information. This only happens if the owner had it replaced from a third-party service provider, but out of the blue, Apple actually responded and gave their reasons.

Apple did not shy away from the "issue", as they confirmed that this feature was already on the current iPhone series since last year. In their defence, they are just protecting their customers from "damaged, poor quality, or used batteries". Below is the full statement:

"We take the safety of our customers very seriously and want to make sure any battery replacement is done properly. There are now over 1,800 Apple authorized service providers across the United States so our customers have even more convenient access to quality repairs.

Last year we introduced a new feature to notify customers if we were unable to verify that a new, genuine battery was installed by a certified technician following Apple repair processes. This information is there to help protect our customers from damaged, poor quality, or used batteries which can lead to safety or performance issues. This notification does not impact the customer's ability to use the phone after an unauthorized repair."

Since it has already started last year, we expect the same on the upcoming iPhone 2019 lineups and future models as well. Just so you know, the official battery replacement or repair is $69 (~RM289) for those iPhones that have finished the warranty period and understandably more expensive than third-party service providers. However, there is AppleCare+ which gives free repairs but only for iPhone under warranty.

So what do you think of Apple's response? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more iPhone news at TechNave.com.


Apple reveals AR-ready iPhone 8, 8 Plus and iPhone X with TrueDepth front camera starting from ~RM2941

Finally, the long awaited 10th anniversary Apple iPhone X, along with the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus are revealed to the world. Are they expensive? Yes, yes and yes. As speculated from rumours, the iPhone X's price tag was correctly guessed at $999 (~RM4203), while the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus cost $699 (~RM2941) and $799 (~RM3361) respectively. Below are the official specifications revealed by Apple:

The iPhone X (pronounced as 10 like the Roman numeral) is Apple's first ever iPhone to feature full display but that's nothing new since most smartphone manufacturers are already doing that. However, what Apple did again was removing the Touch ID which is the security standard for devices to have. To compensate for the lack of fingerprint sensor, they introduced Face ID - the new standard and future of biometric security. Yes, that's not new either, but they probably have perfected it.

The Face ID relies on the new front TrueDepth Camera system, setting up is easy as it requires you to simply move your face to let the camera scan your face then you're set. Thanks to the A11 Bionic neural engine - the first of its kind - Face ID scans your face so well that it can even unlock in the dark.

Also, the machine algorithm will learn and adapt on how your face changes, whether if you're wearing a cap, glasses, or growing a beard, it will still recognize your face. But what's even more impressive is that it rejects pictures, masks (like the ones from Mission Impossible series) with face data protection. According to Apple, there's a one in a million chance of a random person unlocking your Face ID, which would have to be your twin.

An Animoji demo, the cat emoji is following what the person (bottom left) is expressing

Another impressive feature is Animoji which stands for Aminated Emoji. Animoji allows you to create your own Animoji with a selected emojis. For example, if you choose a cat emoji, it can follow your facial exact expression from frowning to laughing, as well as recording your voice! TrueDepth Camera system also supports Portrait Mode and Lighting Mode (beta) using studio-like lighting effects.

Portrait Lighting Mode offers a few lighting options

With the home button gone on the iPhone X, Apple has designed the user interface to be as simple as it can be for users. You can tap on the screen once to wake up, swiping up goes Home from off-screen or app, swiping left switches to other app, swiping up and holding it opens up the apps, and the shortcut menu is at the top now instead of the traditional bottom. The display is also fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating and there's a dedicated Siri button too.

Pre-order for the iPhone X will start on 27 October 2017 and it will be available on 3 November 2017. Judging on past Malaysia market experience, we would probably get the iPhone X in December or so.

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Next, the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus still looks more or less the same as the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus but with glossy glass reinforced by steel sandwiching the Aerospace-grade aluminum body. But with that being said, together with the iPhone X, the three new iPhone now has wireless charging and in the future, more businesses will begin to support wireless charging by using Qi chargers. We think the wireless charger accessory will be a separate item, as no price was mentioned.

The augmented reality feature is also very well sought out

Pre-order for the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus will start on 15 September 2017, sales on 22 September 2017. We are assumming both of these models will come to Malaysia in October 2017 so stay tuned for that.


5G expansion in Malaysia won't be affected by Telekom's termination to SSA

Right after the Malaysian government announced the new dual network model transition for Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) by the end of the year, there have been some changes in the equity stake. In case you didn't know, CelcomDigi has severed its stakes in DNB and Telekom is the latest to terminate its share subscription agreement (SSA) too.

It may seem like grim news but that's not the case. According to Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil, he said the termination won't affect the 5G network for Malaysians who are using it nor the expansion of it. He also updated the media that the implementation of the 5G network is now 61.7%. The goal is to reach 80% by the end of 2023.

As we reported before, once DNB reaches 80%, the transition from a single wholesale network to a dual network model will begin. On top of that, it has been confirmed that a private entity will overtake DNB after reaching 80% 5G coverage, thus turning it into a private company itself. Fahmi also said a new discussion will start, as the telcos can start afresh since the terms are different now.

A new task force will be formed to monitor the 5G network expansion in Malaysia as well. But how's your 5G experience so far? Let us know in the comments below and do stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple reveals how its new 35W Dual USB-C chargers will split wattage between two devices

Apple recently unveiled two new 35W Dual USB-C Power Adapters during WWDC 2022, the company’s first charger with dual output. Now that orders of devices launched during the event are beginning to be delivered, Apple has posted new support documents for each device, including the aforementioned 35W Dual USB-C Adapters.

According to the support document which can be found here, the adapters are able to charge two devices at the same time. However, the amount of wattage received by both devices being charged will be different based on the device’s type and power requirements.

For example, when you connect a Mac notebook and and iPhone or iPad, both devices being charged will get the same 17.5W charging or the adapters’ 35W capacity being split evenly. The same is also the case when you charge and iPhone and an iPad at the same time.

However, if you connect a Mac notebook or iPhone and iPad together with an Apple Watch or AiPods, the former will receive up to 27.5W while the latter will only receive up to 7.5W. Hence, if any of your power-hungry devices such as MacBooks need faster charging, you have to unplug other devices and allow the adapter to only charge that particular device at one time.

Apple has two 35W Dual USB-C Power Adapters available for purchase right now. The first type is a standard version available worldwide with a removable plug head while the other is a compact version only available in countries with a Type A plug style such as the United States.

In Malaysia, Apple has the removable plug head version available for purchase for RM239. However, as of the time of writing, the adapter is yet to be in stock, though you can always check availability via this link here.

So, what do you guys think of the new 35W Dual USB-C Power Adapter by Apple? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


Apple rolls out iOS 16.0.3 update which improves iPhone 14 Pro’s camera speed, fixes notifications and mail app bugs

Apple is currently in the midst of rolling out the iOS 16.0.3 update to supported iPhones today which will fix several known issues with the previous version of iOS. These include bug fixes for mail app crashes and notifications as well as an improved camera experience for the iPhone 14 Pro lineup.

According to the update log, these are the details of the bug fixes and important security updates for the iPhone with the new iOS update:

The update is now readily available for iPhone models that support iOS 16 and can be downloaded by going to your iPhone’s Settings > General > Software Update. Furthermore, the file size of the update will vary according to your current version of iOS, with older iOS versions requiring a bigger update file size.

So, have you updated to iOS 16.0.3? Do you notice any improvements since the update? Share your thoughts and experiences with us in the comments below and as always, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news!


Apple rolls out iOS 16.3 update, brings Security Keys for Apple ID to supported iPhones

Apple has released the third major update for iOS 16 which brings with it some new features and bug fixes. Most notably, the iOS 16.3 update introduces Security Keys for Apple ID that allows for physical two-factor authentication.

Essentially, the Security Keys feature replaces the digital two-factor authentication used for Apple ID logins. Besides that, Apple also rolls out a new Unity wallpaper and support for the second-generation HomePod with iOS 16.3.

The update also saw Emergency SOS being slightly tweaked to prevent accidental emergency calls that have been plaguing the feature in the past. As shared by MacRumors, here are all the features and bug fixes that iOS 16.3 brings:

iOS 16.3 is now available for download on supported iPhones over the air. For those that didn’t turn on Automatic Updates, you can download and install the latest version of iOS by going to Settings > General > Software Update.

So, have you updated your iPhones to iOS 16.3? What do you guys think of the update? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


Apple rolls out iPadOS 16.1, iOS 16.1, watchOS 9.1 and tvOS 16.1 updates to all supported devices

Apple has finally released the highly anticipated iPadOS 16 update for supported iPads which brings with it many new features and improvements from the previous version. Since the initial release was skipped last month, the update comes in the form of iPadOS 16.1 and is rolling out at the same time as iOS 16.1. watchOS 9.1 and tvOS 16.1.

Among the new features that support iPad users can try out with iPadOS 16.1 are improved multi-tasking with Stage Manager, new iMessage features (edit, undo, send and mark conversations as unread), smart tools for Mail, support for iCloud Shared Photo Library, a Weather app and a new security and collaboration features for Safari. As for Stage Manager, do note that it will only be available for iPad Pro 12.9-inch 3rd generation and newer, iPad Air 2020 as well as all iPad Pro 11-inch models.

As for iOS 16.1, it comes with various bug fixes as well as refinements. With the update, supported iPhones also get access to iCloud Shared Photo Library, Live Activities from third-party apps on the Dynamic Island and lock screen, Fitness+ without an Apple Watch, key sharing in Wallet, Clean Energy Charging and support for the new home connectivity standard Matter.

Moving to the watchOS 9.1 update for supported Apple Watches, it comes with various bug fixes as well as new highly-anticipated features. Users of the Apple Watch Series 8, Watch SE 2022 and Watch Ultra can now have extended battery life during activities such as outdoor walking, running and hiking. Besides that, users can now download music while their Apple Watch is off the charger using WiFi and cellular as well as have support for Matter.

Matter support has also been added to tvOS 16.1, with the latest update also bringing a new design for Siri. Moreover, there is also support for shared photo libraries and Apple Fitness+ without the Apple Watch.

So, have you guys updated your Apple devices to their latest versions? Share your experiences with the latest software versions in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


Apple rumoured testing in-screen Touch ID for the main iPhone lineup

Ever since the inception of the Face ID on the iPhone X a few years ago, Apple removed the Touch ID in favour of the former. Even now, there are still many users and fans who prefer the Touch ID, and we may probably never see it.

Despite that, there are rumours of Apple potentially bringing it back to the iPhone. Mark Gurman from Bloomberg mentioned in his newsletter that Apple has been testing adding back the Touch ID. It's not just the classic physical home/Touch ID button, but an in-screen Touch ID as well. At the moment, only the iPhone SE lineup still possesses the physical Touch ID.

As Gurman said in his newsletter, the Touch ID's return isn't coming back anytime. In his own words:

"Over the past few years, there have been discussions within Apple about bringing Touch ID back to high-end iPhones. The company has tested in-screen Touch ID and even contemplated putting it on the power button. At this point, I believe Face ID is here to stay and Touch ID won’t be returning to flagship iPhones—at least anytime in the foreseeable future,"

At this point, we wonder if Apple should really bother since many Android phones have it already. Android brands began introducing the under-display or in-screen fingerprint sensor ever since Apple introduced the Face ID. The feature was wonky at first but got better in time with effective sensitivity and accuracy.


Apple's 16-inch MacBook Pro may be launching tomorrow at the expected priced of RM13256!

The long awaited 16-inch Macbook Pro has been rumoured since September but Apple is planning to close its curtains with the new laptop in 2019. Today, Bloomberg has reported that the 16-inch Macbook Pro is expected to be launched tomorrow!

According to Bloomberg, the new 16-inch Macbook Pro will feature an ultra-thin bezel on the 16-inch Retina display and replace the current butterfly mechanism keyboard with the revamped scissor-switch keyboard. The scissor-switch keyboard design is said to have a separated ESC button and fingerprint scanner from the touch bar.

The laptop is expected to be equipped with the same 9th Gen Intel 8-core Core i9-9980HK processor, clocked at 2.4GHz, and the maximum Turbo Boost frequency of 5.0GHz as the 15-inch Macbook Pro. Besides, it may be running on the macOS Catalina 10.15.1 Beta. As for the price range, it is expected to be priced as high as $3,200(~RM13256).

Either way, do take this news with a pinch of salt as there is still no official confirmation yet. But will you be upgrading to the new 16-inch Macbook Pro with its new features? Let us know at our Facebook page and stay tuned for more updates on TechNave.com!


Apple's 2020 WWDC is said to be held in June with a new rumoured iPod Touch

Thanks to the COVID-19 virus, the disease has successfully slowed down and cancelled most of the events. The latest one was the 2020 Mobile World Congress and there are some rumours about the Tokyo Olympics shutting down as well. Anyhoo, Apple's annual developers conference, the WWDC won't be moved by the issue and will be sticking around on the schedule.

According to @theapplehub, the Twitter post claimed that the WWDC should take place in the first week of June (1st - 5th) and it will be held in San Jose McEnery Convention Centre. For those who don't know, the WWDC usually happens every second quarter of the year and it's the time where Apple will introduce the latest iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS and tvOS versions to the press. In rare cases, sometimes they will also reveal new devices but not the iPhone series, of course.

Apple’s annual developers conference, WWDC, is expected to take place between June 1-5. The conference will likely be held at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center. Apple uses WWDC to introduce the latest software versions of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS. pic.twitter.com/3X6r36rsFR

Plot twist: the iPhone 9/SE 2 we’ve been talking about for months is actually a new iPod Touch

Speaking of new devices, the much-rumoured iPhone 9 or iPhone SE 2 could also turn out to be a new iPod Touch instead. This is coming from @theapplehub's second Tweet after the aforementioned WWDC, so whether if this is legit or not, let's take it with a grain of salt. For all we know, it could be just a joke judging by the comments (lol).

Apple has yet to give an official announcement of their WWDC 2020 so until then, stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


Apple's 7th Generation iPad with 10.2-inch display and iPad OS launched from RM1449

Apple has recently announced the 7th generation iPad, which is equipped with a 10.2-inch retina display, 10-hour battery life and iPad OS starting from the price of 329USD(~RM1370). Other than what was mentioned, the new iPad comes with an 8MP camera, TouchID, SmartConnector as well as Apple pencil support.

The iPad OS is an extension of the iOS operating system, which is made specifically for the iPad line-up. It brings along iPad exclusive features such as split-screen multitasking support, which allows the device to have two application opened at the same time which improves productivity while working on the new iPad. Speaking of productivity, the keyboard on the iPad OS is slightly smaller allowing more of the content to be displayed while typing.

But that’s not all, the Safari browser has more features included on the iPad OS such as improved gestures for editing, better file management and more. The Apple Pencil also got its fair share of new features such as being able to take a screenshot simply by tapping at the corner of the display. Last but not least, the iPad OS is also compatible with external pen drives as well as SD cards which lets the user easily import files such as documents and images to the tablet.

While there is no official news on the Malaysia release date of the recently unveiled iPad, the official price seems to start from RM1449 based on Apple's official website. What do you think of the 7th generation iPad? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple’s AR/VR headset reportedly delayed due to buggy software

Apple has long been rumoured to be working on an AR/VR or mixed-reality headset, though it looks like we may not be seeing it as early as first thought. According to reliable tipster Ming-Chi Kuo, the tech giant is further delaying the headset after facing some software issues.

Taking to Twitter, Kuo claimed that Apple originally planned to unveil the AR/VR headset during its WWDC event. However, given the persisting bugs with the software, this has become very unlikely. Instead, Kuo said that Apple will be announcing the headset alongside the iPhone 15 series in September 2023.

Previously, another tipster, Mark Gurman said that the mixed-reality headset will run on a new Operating System (OS) called xrOS. The headset is touted to be similar to Microsoft HoloLens, meaning that it will be capable of both AR (augmented reality) and VR (virtual reality).

xrOS itself is an abbreviation of extended reality operating system, thus alluding to the device supporting both AR and VR. Of course, do take this information with a grain of salt as nothing is confirmed as of yet.

So, what do you guys think of Apple potentially entering the AR/VR space? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news such as this.


Apple's AirPods Max facing issues possibly due to the wearer's sweat

Based on a statement by cultofmac.com, it seems that the Apple AirPods Max might be having issues likely due to condensation from the wearer’s sweat. This is likely due to the fact that the AirPods Max are made largely of metal, which is usually quite cool to the touch which could promote condensation.

However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Apple has yet to provide an official statement addressing the issue. To remedy the situation in the meantime, be sure to periodically wipe the insides of the headphones after extended.

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


5G expected to roll out commercially by Q3 2020 in Malaysia

To kick off the year 2020, the Malaysian Communication and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has released an official final report about the expected rollout period for 2020 and allocation of spectrum bands for mobile broadband services in Malaysia. From the report, the organization has identified 700MHz, 3.5GHz and 26/28GHz band as the necessary foundation as we head towards 5G. But what does this really mean?

To complement the 5G ecosystem, the 700MHz and 3.5GHz bands will be allocated to a single entity and instead of using individual licensees, the allocation will comprise of multiple licensees. The reason being is because of having a minimal cost on the capital expenditure (CAPEX) as well as removing the need for infrastructure duplication, as the improvement of the 4G networks is still on-going. With this, MCM will only make available 2x30MHz of the 700MHz band and 100MHz or the 3.5GHz band.

As for the 26/28GHz bands, MCMC will conduct them in two methods - one with 24.9 - 26.5GHz frequency bands that are assigned through a process to licensees on a nationwide basis, whereas the 26.5 - 28.1GHz frequency bands are for the first-come-first-serve basis and will be open to any party (including non-licensees) to deploy localised and/or private networks.

Similarly to the 700MHz and 3.5GHz bands, the 26/28GHz band assignment is more economical in the long run as the "cost savings can be passed on to businesses and consumers to ensure the better value of affordable services". MCMC also stated that this move "will encourage network deployment by the service provider".

Lastly, as aforementioned, MCMC is expected to see the commercial deployment of 5G in Malaysia by the third quarter of 2020, but whether we will see them through is another story to be unfolded. MCMC will also review the existing allocation of the 2300 MHz and 2600 MHz bands until December 2021.

Are you excited that 5G will be made available to the public this year? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more local tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple’s Beats Studio Buds Plus leak shows a Nothing Ear-like transparent design

Apple-owned Beats may be releasing a pair of new earbuds soon after the product was accidentally published pre-maturely on Amazon. Interestingly, the earbuds, Beats Studio Buds Plus sports a transparent design that is reminiscent of the Nothing Ear lineup.

As reported by The Verge which spotted the listing, which has now been removed, the Studio Buds Plus’ has transparent earbuds and case. The case is oval-shaped that is similar to the Studio Buds but is, well, transparent.

Speaking of which, the listing also touted the Studio Buds Plus as having improved transparency mode, better air venting and more powerful active noise cancellation (ANC). Besides that, it’ll also have up to 36 hours of battery life, larger microphones, 4-size ear tips, Spatial Audio support and colour options of either black or white.

The Amazon page said that the buds will be released on 18 May 2023 at USD169.95 or ~RM758 in the United States. Well, let’s wait until 18 May to know whether the listing is accurate and until then, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news such as this!


Apple's CEO Tim Cook announced one retail store closed down and limiting employees traveling to China!

Apple has closed one retail store in mainland China and reduced operating hours for other retail locations yesterday due to the coronavirus outbreak. Besides, Apple’s CEO Tim Cook also mentioned that the company also began to limit employees traveling to China last week.

This has shown that the virus is affecting the tech industry markets as numerous other tech companies including Facebook and LG are also restricting employee travel to business-critical operations. Apple says sales in the area around the city of WuHan are low and retail traffic across the country has been negatively affected.

The main reason is due to the extended Lunar New Year Holiday by the Chinese government to encourage people to stay home and avoid unintentionally spreading or contracting the virus. Apple is also providing care kits to employees in the Wuhan area, regularly taking the temperature of employees to check for fever and flu-like symptoms indicative of the virus, and aggressively cleaning retail stores and offices.With that said, the Coronavirus should not be taken lightly and always wear on the medical mask wherever you are traveling or in a public area. Stay tuned for more news updates on TechNave.com!


Apple's CEO hinted a few things regarding the Apple AR glasses

It seems that Apple CEO Tim Cook has recently hinted at a bunch of stuff the upcoming Apple AR Glasses could be capable of such as being able to play AR games, home design, and more. While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date, it does give us a better idea of what to expect when it is available in the global market.

Based on the statement by the CEO, there could be a possibility to have objects appear in front of you while you’re having a conversation with another person. Not only that, but the AR glasses can benefit users in different industries ranging from health to retail.

There were mentions that sharing AR experience with your friends is going to be a lot similar to the AirDrop feature. However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, as some features will most likely be tweaked before the release of the final product.

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


Apple’s Emergency SOS via satellite is now live, free to use for 2 years

Apple released several unique new features with the launch of the iPhone 14 series in September and one of them, emergency SOS via satellite has finally gone live. Available for use to iPhone 14 series users in the United States and Canada yesterday, it allows you to send a distress message when there are out of cellular range and WiFi coverage.

In a statement, Apple announced that users can now connect with emergency services using satellite in North America, with France, Germany, Ireland and UK to follow suit next month. The tech giant also said the feature also allows users to share their location via satellite by opening the Find My app on their iPhone 14 series.

In case you’re not familiar with the feature, it allows users to quickly and easily call emergency services if they need help outside of cellular and WiFi ranges. It utilises an easy-to-use interface which would guide users to face their iPhones in the location of an available satellite and through a short questionnaire, transmit a message to emergency dispatchers.

This message includes the user’s questionnaire responses; location, including altitude; iPhone battery level; and Medical ID, if enabled. Moreover, the SOS will be sent to dispatchers that accept text messages, or to relay centres staffed by Apple‑trained specialists who can call for help on the user’s behalf. Besides that, the transcript can also be shared with the user’s emergency contacts to keep them informed.

Similar to the company’s presentation during the launching of the iPhone 14 series, Apple reiterated that the service would be free for 2 years to all users at the time of the activation of a new iPhone 14 series smartphone. As of the time of writing, Apple has yet to reveal whether this would be a paid subscription service after the 2-year period and whether the service would be expanded to Malaysia.

So, what do you guys think of Apple’s emergency SOS via satellite? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news such as this.


Apple's M2 Chip currently in the work and it's destined to be launched in H2 2021

Based on a statement by a user on weibo, it seems that Apple could be working on the new M2 Chip which is expected to be unveiled alongside next year’s MacBook series lineup. While not much is known in regards to the exact specs of the M2 Chip, we have a good feeling to believe that it will most likely be coming with major improvements in terms of performance.

In terms of the release date, our source mentioned that the aforementioned chip, which will be embedded inside various Apple computers will be unveiled somewhere around H2 2021. However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Apple has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for now. Would you be interested in getting an Apple computer that’s equipped with the upcoming M2 Chip? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple's MagSafe Duo Charger is only able to achieve charging speeds of up to 14W per device

Based on a statement by Mark Gurman, it seems that Apple’s MagSafe Duo Charger is able to achieve up to 14W per device while requiring a separate 27W USB-C power adapter that’s sold separately. Not only that, but if you were to hook up a 20W USB-C power adapter to the Apple MagSafe Duo Charge, it's able to achieve charging speeds of up to 11W.

On the other hand, the Apple MagSafe Charger is able to achieve charging speeds of 15W while only requiring a 20W power adapter. However, it is best to note that the MagSafe Charger is only able to charge one device at a time.

Wow, Apple has just updated the MagSafe Duo page. The $129 charger only gets you 11 watts for charging with a 20 watt brick, or 14 watts with a 27 watt brick. That compares to 15 watts you get with the solo MagSafe charger. pic.twitter.com/Z9iWM4PGpU

With all that said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Apple has yet to provide an official statement on the charging speeds. What are your thoughts on the MagSafe Duo Charger (which is much more expensive) compared to the MagSafe Charger? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple's Red Friday sale is on for one day, discounts for iPad Air and more!

We mentioned this happening earlier but Apple's Red Friday one-day sale has started. As expected the discounts aren't really that high, but they are a good incentive to get a new Apple product. That's right, rather than sell old products for cheap, the Apple Malaysia Store are selling mostly new and current Apple products like the Apple iPad Air and iPad mini with Retina Display. The more notable ones you can see below but for more information go check out the Apple Malaysia store site.


Apple's Spatial Audio is rolling out to select Mercedes-Benz models

It has been a while since Apple announces Spatial Audio, and it's now making its way to cars. However, not every model will get it, as only those select electric and luxury models from Mercedes-Benz are.

The feature will be available in select EQS, EQE sedans and SUVs (including the new EQE SUV) alongside Maybach and S-Class vehicles. Not only that, but the models also need the MBUX interface and optional 31-speaker Burmester 3D or 4D sound systems. It is an option that starts at $4,550 (~RM21,460) on top of the price of the vehicle in the U.S. However, those who do not own these car models could wait a while, as Mercedes mentions that it's coming to other models "soon".

Apple Music's Dolby Atmos implementation creates a 3D soundstage by spreading sounds across different channels, but the effect's level depends on a song's mix. For Mercedes implementation, the spatial audio effect will come from six of the 31 speakers located above the driver. Other speakers include four near-ear speakers in the front seats, eight sound transducers (two per seat) and two amplifiers that pump out 1,750 watts of power.

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


Apple's WWDC Keynote September 2016 under 12 Minutes

Apple's WWDC keynote September 2016's rumors and hype are finally ended here. We have seen the new IOS 10 updates, Apple Watch Series 2, and also the most anticipated iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus. But most people doesn't have the time and energy to watch the whole event, especially those who living here in Malaysia. Apple's live event starts at 1 a.m. and ends at 3 a.m. , so we summarized the whole event into a 12 mins video.


Apple’s batteries to use 100% recycled cobalt by 2025

Apple has announced that it will further expand the usage of recycled materials across its products. Most notably, it's setting a new 2025 target to use 100 per cent recycled cobalt in all Apple-designed batteries.

In a press release, the tech giant also announced that by 2025, magnets in Apple devices will use entirely recycled rare earth elements. Moreover, all Apple-designed printed circuit boards will use 100 per cent recycled tin soldering and 100 per cent recycled gold plating.

Last year, the tech giant significantly expanded its use of key recycled metals, and now sources over two-thirds of all aluminium, nearly three-quarters of all rare earth and more than 95 per cent of all tungsten in Apple products from 100 per cent recycled material. This rapid progress brings Apple closer to its aim to one day make all products with only recycled and renewable materials and advances the company’s 2030 goal to make every product carbon neutral.

This is part of Apple’s long-term goal of achieving carbon-neutral products by 2030. In the press release, the company’s CEO Tim Cook commented that Apple will press forward in the belief that great technology should be great for users and for the environment.

So, what do you guys think of this initiative by Apple? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


5G in Malaysia - Where are we so far?

When the government first started talking about 5G a few years ago, it was clear that we consumers wouldn't be able to benefit anytime soon. But with the COVID-19 pandemic, industries and Malaysians quickly began using the Internet for things like video meetings, e-commerce, online events and more.

This explosive growth meant that there was a real need to expedite the growth of 5G in Malaysia. Today, we want to briefly walk you through how much 5G has progressed here in Malaysia exactly in the last few years. Where are we so far?

The move to start building 5G networks first started building momentum in 2019. Before the pandemic even started, the Malaysian government began talking about 5G trials that were to be conducted in Putrajaya and Cyberjaya. In July 2019, the first live field trial by Celcom recorded a maximum Internet speed of 1.256Gbps. Huawei also held a live trial in September 2019 which resulted in a max speed of 1.336Gbps, showing that there's still room for improvements.

While average speeds will probably be lower (especially if there's network congestion), it's still way faster than any 4G network in Malaysia, which can go up to around 30Mbps. That's a difference of 41 times, so you can see how 5G can benefit us just with connection speed alone. The Malaysian Communication and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) confirmed that 5G spectrum bands would be officially allocated by 2020. But nothing much happened in the months to come, and 5G remained mostly irrelevant for Malaysian consumers.

It was the same for most of 2021. But in July 2021, Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) announced a partnership with Ericsson to accelerate the deployment of 5G networks in Malaysia. Ericsson will be the sole partner for the firm, implementing a Single Wholesale Network (SWM) model. The company would build and operate 5G infrastructures in the country and provide access to local telcos. This was when we consumers got a glimpse of a 5G-equipped Malaysia.

Since the first announcement in mid-2021, DNB has rolled out 5G networks to a few states. The first three states included Cyberjaya, Putrajaya, and selected parts of Kuala Lumpur. Last year, DNB also announced that it planned to implement 5G networks in 5 major cities - Selangor, Penang, Johor, Sabah, and Sarawak. The company reiterated this earlier this month, declaring that it wants to cover 37.9% of populated areas by the end of the year. This rollout plan would add Negri Sembilan, Melaka, and Perak to the list.

Unfortunately, things might slow down soon as a new issue comes to a head. You see, local licensed telcos decided to call for a change near the end of 2021. At the time, Celcom, Digi, Maxis, and U Mobile requested that the government allow a second 5G network service. The reason given was Malaysia's fast initial deployment, as well as the security and competition that having a second network would bring. There are other risk factors too, which were listed in an article by GSMA.

What the four companies meant to say is that a coordinated effort by a consortium of telcos could further accelerate the deployment of 5G. Of course, DNB doesn't agree with switching to a Dual Wholesale Network (DWM) model. From what we were told, an SWM plan would reduce costs, improve efficiency, and deliver faster infrastructure buildup. DNB would also provide 5G services to the local telcos for free until 31 March. Even after that, DNB plans to charge a lower fee compared to current 4G services.

For reference, let's compare the costs of 4G plans vs the expected costs of 5G. DNB has promised that it will charge less than 20 cents per gigabit to telcos. The telcos are then likely to charge more on top of that to turn a profit. On the other hand, the 4G services that are owned by local telcos cost 45 to 55 cents per gigabit. As you can see, that's more expensive for connection speeds that are over 40 times slower.

On the topic of SWM vs DWM, DNB CEO Ralph Marshall claimed that local telcos would prefer to continue profiting from 4G for as long as possible before making a transition to 5G. This would result in a slower rollout of 5G services in Malaysia. Moreover, this delay could result in a widening of the digital divide between urban and rural areas, as urban areas would typically gain access to new technologies first.

It's also said that the switch could result in lower competition, less efficient use of the 5G spectrum, and a negative impact on the national interest of the Malaysian government. If you're interested, you can check out the lengthy 20-page letter to Dr Ong Kian Ming (Parliament member for Bangi).

So, what does this mean for consumers? Would the deployment of 5G services slow down as our government ponders the merits and demerits of switching tracks? Well, the government is expected to announce this tomorrow.

Hopefully, things would be resolved quickly and we can all enjoy 5G connectivity soon. Have you got a 5G capable smartphone yet? What would you do with 5G Internet at those speeds mentioned above? As always, stay tuned to TechNave for more articles on 5G and tech.


Apple's first 8-core MacBook Pro is now in Malaysia starting from RM7,849

Apple has just introduced their first ever 8-core Macbook Pro with the 8th and 9th generation Intel Core processors. This would be the fastest MacBook Pro to date by the American company. Prices for the device start from RM7849 for the 13 inch variant and RM10499 for the 15 inch variant.

The device now works twice as fast than a 4-core Macbook Pro and delivers 40% more performance than the 6-core predecessor. The highest spec 15 inch device comes with tech specs that include the Apple T2 Security Chip, 2.3GHz 8-core 9th-generation Intel Core i9 processor, Turbo Boost up to 4.8GHz, Radeon Pro 560X with 4GB of GDDR5 memory, 16GB 2400MHz DDR4 memory and 512GB SSD storage. In terms of features, you’ll find a Retina display with True Tone, Touch Bar and Touch ID and 4 Thunderbolt 3 ports.

As for the highest spec 13 inch device, you’ll find tech specs like 2.4GHz quad-core 8th-generation Intel Core i5 processor, Turbo Boost up to 4.1GHz,Intel Iris Plus Graphics 655, 8GB 2133MHz LPDDR3 memory, Apple T2 Security chip and 512GB SSD storage. The features on this device variant is similar to the 15 inch MacBook Pro.

Many professionals would likely benefit the most from this device as it can edit and add complex filters 75% faster on Photoshop, compile code up to 65% faster on Xcode, render 3D scenes 2x faster in Maya Arnold and edit up to 11 multicam streams with 4K resolution simultaneously on the Final Cut Pro X. In addition, you’ll be getting an accurate colour accuracy with the Retina display thanks to its True Tone Technology, immersive stereo speakers with wide stereo sound and more.

Besides that, macOS Mojave is also bundled into the device which comes with Dark Mode for the device’s desktop for eye comfort, organizes messy desktops as well support for group Facetime calls. If you’re interested in getting the latest MacBook Pro or getting a feel of it, you can head on over to any authorized Apple store in Malaysia or order it online on their website. So will you be upgrading? Stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest laptop releases in Malaysia.


Apple's first mixed reality headset expected to arrive in April 2023

Apple's first mixed reality (XR) headset could see the light sooner than we thought. According to the latest report, the device would enter mass production in March 2023, with the launch scheduled for April.

The information comes from DigiTimes. It's said that Chinese contract manufacturer Pegatron is expected to be the primary supplier for the device. Furthermore, it will only produce limited units in the first year, somewhere around 700,000 to 800,000, lower than previous estimates of 2.5 million units. Such a low supply value will not be profitable for Pegatron, but fulfilling the order will help it secure future AR/VR products.

Apple already trademarked the name 'Reality One', which could belong to its MX headset project. Previous reports also suggested a January 2023 announcement followed by pre-orders in Q2 and open sales around June's WWDC. No matter which date, we're still glad that the headset will arrive next year after all.

Are you excited about seeing Apple's first XR headset? Leave a comment to let us know how you feel, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech reports.


Apple's foldable iPhone could come with a few features similar to Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip

Based on a statement from techradar.com, it seems that Apple might be working on a foldable iPhone with some features similar to what is found on the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip. While not much is known in regards to the exact details of the foldable smartphone, Apple patent from Patently Apple seems to hint that it comes equipped with two camera sensors.

But that’s not all, there seems to be a small protruding display which is presumably allows the user to quickly check for notifications at a glance. As for the design, there are still debates on whether the device will fold on itself like a book similar to the Samsung Galaxy Fold, or whether it will have a clamshell design instead.

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

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


Apple's iOS 13.5 beta will allow faster unlocking with a face mask & notify you COVID-19 Exposure

If you're an Apple iPhone user, you would find unlocking your iPhone to be a hassle because of the face mask. Thankfully, the company is working on that and according to reports, the new iOS 13.5 beta will focus on the Face ID as well as "detecting" COVID-19 exposure for the outbreak period. By the way, there's also a new iOS 13.4.1 update patch but we will get to that later.

Not that your iPhone will automatically unlock with your mask on, but rather, the new update will straight away bring you to your passcode page instead of trying to identify your face via Face ID. Prior to this, this process would take up to 15 seconds for the passcode option to appear. Not to mention, taking off the mask would be quicker but you have to put it back on again is a hassle. As an iPhone user myself, this is a much welcome update in the future.

The other feature found in the iOS 13.5 beta is the COVID-19 Exposure Notifications. What this does is that your iPhone will use Bluetooth to "detect" if you've been exposed to the virus via sharing and collecting nearby devices with random IDs. You can choose to anonymously share your COVID-19 diagnosis as well.

Meanwhile, the new iOS 13.4 update fixes FaceTime users access from using iOS 9.3.6 or on their Macs. The new iOS 13.4 update can be found in the General Settings on your iPhone. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple’s iOS 16.3.1 update makes Google Photos unusable on the iPhone

Apple has released the iOS 16.3.1 update which brings several bug fixes and optimisations to supported iPhones. However, if you’re a Google Photos user, you may not want to update your iPhone just yet as the latest update also brought about a new bug which breaks the Google Photos app on iOS.

As reported by BGR, the latest iOS update seems to break the iPhone’s compatibility with the Google Photos app. Specifically, the app will crash every time you try to open it on devices running iOS 16.3.1.

As of the time of writing, neither Apple nor Google have addressed the issue. As for the iOS update itself, Apple said that it provides “important bug fixes and security updates” and includes:

So, what do you guys think of the update and its bug with Google Photos? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


Apple's iPhone 12 series launch event highlights!

Apple finally launched the iPhone 12 series a few hours ago with 4 models this year, the iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, and the iPhone 12 Pro Max. The iPhone 12 series will start from the price of RM3399 for the iPhone 12 mini, RM3899 for the iPhone 12, RM4899 for the iPhone 12 Pro and RM5299 for the iPhone 12 Pro Max. Aside from the iPhone 12 series, Apple also unveiled the new Home Pod Mini as well.

In terms of the new features, the iPhone 12 series this time sports an OLED display on all the 4 models as well as the latest A14 Bionic chipset which Apple claims to be the fastest chipset together with the 5G network capabilities. Besides, the iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max also comes with a new LiDAR sensor that allows the phone to have a better focusing speed and also low light sensitivity. So check out the video below if you missed the highlights last night!

Stay tuned for more iPhone 12 series updates and unboxing videos on TechNave.com.


Apple's iPhone 12 series will start production from July 2020 onwards

Based on a statement by ITHome.com, it seems that Apple’s iPhone 12 series will start production from June 2020 onwards in order to meet the launch window which will be around September of 2020. While not much is known in regards to the exact tech specs of the iPhone 12 series, we do know that the device will most likely come equipped with sub-6GHz 5G.

Other than that, the source has also stated that the aforementioned series will come equipped with up to 6.7-inch display and a LiDAR sensor. Do take some of the information mentioned with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Apple has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Furthermore, there’s no news on the Malaysia release date and local pricing for now. Would you be interested in getting the iPhone 12 series as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.