This is what we think of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2's viewing experience

When the Samsung Galaxy Fold was unveiled last year, the media and fans were in awe of the foldable smartphone. It looked gorgeous, but it wasn't perfect yet. Fast forward to a year later, the Galaxy Z Fold 2 was released and finally made its way to Malaysia!

Granted, the design looks more or less the same. But now that we have the new foldable phone in our hands, we can confidently tell you that design is a lot more solid than before. So with that said, the viewing experience is improved as well! How so? Let us show you our viewing experience with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2!

As we mentioned earlier, both the Galaxy Z Fold 2 and Galaxy Fold look similar so at first glance, people might even dismiss that there's a new upgrade. But lo and behold, the Galaxy Z Fold 2 is actually slightly bigger. For your information (check out our comparison tool here), the Galaxy Fold features a 7.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x display (unfolded) and a 4.6-inch AMOLED display (folded). As for the Galaxy Z Fold 2, it now features a 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x display (unfolded) and a very much improved 6.2-inch AMOLED display (folded).

The Galaxy Z Fold 2 measures 159.2 x 128.2 x 6.9 mm (unfolded) and 159.2 x 68 x 16.8 mm (folded)

The Galaxy Z Fold 2 (left) vs Galaxy Fold (right), thank goodness they maximized the screen this time

The crease in the middle is no longer that obvious now

With the 6.2-inch AMOLED display on the Galaxy Z Fold 2, it's now much better to view your media content than ever. Prior to the upgrade, the previous front display was good enough for receiving incoming notifications so we are glad that they upsized it. We also have to say that the quality looks superb as well and you can even use it as a stand to watch your videos during meal times!

So obviously, you can watch videos or images when folded and unfolded. But did you know that there is more than one way to view them? And I don't mean about unfolding the Galaxy Z Fold 2 and using it as a "stand up tripod" to watch a video on the 7.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x display, but you can also view 3 windows with a newly upgraded multi-window layout and App Continuity.

Yup, with the multi-window layout and App Continuity, you can do another level of multitasking with 2 apps on the cover display (see image) and open another one as a split-screen. In a way, this is sort of like bringing a mini-tablet around that functions like a smartphone at the same time. Pretty neat!

Yup, you read that right. You can also play your mobile games on a much wider and bigger display too instead of the regular rectangular screen panel that we are so used to. While this is not entirely a new thing, but doing this is really satisfying. Heck, you can even fold the display a bit while playing and treat it like a Nintendo 3DS.

You can also take photos while folding halfway

Camera view when unfolded (left) and folded (right)

It's also worth mentioning that since the screen panel is a Dynamic AMOLED 2x (and supports up to 120Hz refresh rate), the content quality is as also superb as expected so we can't really complain about that. Besides playing mobile games, you can also take a photo from the front, unfolded, and even folding halfway. Technically speaking, that also means you can use the Galaxy Z Fold as a stand-up tripod to take photos.

Overall, we really like the Galaxy Z Fold 2's viewing experience more than the predecessor. We also think the new better body build really enhanced the experience and we wished that you could have a hands-on by yourself too. Also, the Mystic Bronze model on the phone is just gorgeous looking.

If you're interested, the launch has already begun from today onwards for RM7999. Bundled with the Galaxy Buds Live wireless earbuds and an Inner Screen Crack Protection, you can get instant rebates by trading your old device from the Trade-In program. The premium phone cases are 20% off as well (for each). The sale can be made at selected Samsung Experience Stores or the Samsung E-store.


This is why the Galaxy S22 series is now the fastest Samsung flagship

For the first time, Malaysia will get Galaxy S series smartphones with a flagship Snapdragon chipset. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 is the latest and most powerful mobile chipset, now available in the Samsung Galaxy S22 series. This news should make most Samsung fans and tech enthusiasts happy.

Ahead of smartphones from other brands, the Galaxy S22 series smartphones will be the first to deliver the ultimate performance in Malaysia. But how good is the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1? Read on to find out why the Galaxy S22 series is the fastest Samsung flagship to date.

For starters, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 is currently the most powerful chipset right now. Qualcomm's new chipset is built using a 4nm process. It has a 7th Gen Qualcomm AI Engine and an ultra-high Qualcomm Hexagon processor. In addition, it has a 2x faster tensor accelerator and 2x the amount of shared memory than the Snapdragon 888. Moreover, it also has the new Qualcomm Adreno GPU to provide a 30% boost in graphics rendering and a 25% improvement in power savings compared to its predecessor.

Of course, it's not just for mobile gaming but camera performance as well. Since it has the world's first 18-bit ISP, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 features the most advanced AI processing ever, allowing the Galaxy S22 series to take the best image possible. Combined with Samsung's latest enhanced Neural Processing Unit (NPU), the Galaxy S22 series can deliver up to twice the AI processing power from the previous generation.

Let's not forget memory performance either. Although its maximum of 12GB RAM isn't the highest we've seen, the LPDDR5 RAM is 1.5 times faster than LPDDR4X RAM. As a result, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset can deliver the ultimate performance yet in the Galaxy S series!

Having a smaller chipset is usually synonymous with power efficiency. Therefore, using a 4nm SoC means less battery consumption and you can sure do a lot of task with the Galaxy S22 series, especially with the Galaxy S22 Ultra that comes with a 5000mAh battery pack. According to Samsung, 10 minutes of fast charging can provide 60 minutes of video recording, 90 minutes of video calling, and even 4 video streams!

If the Galaxy S22 series phone needs to be recharged, Samsung got you covered as well. It supports up to 45W Super Fast Charging 2.0, providing longer usage with less charging time. On top of that, the Snapdragon Gen 1's enhanced AI can intelligently adapt the way you use your phone, saving power for when you need it the most.

It has a Wireless PowerShare function too

Are you convinced of the Galaxy S22 series yet? If it suits your need for speed, check out the pre-order campaign that will run from 10 February until 3 March 2022. Those who pre-order the Galaxy S22+ (256GB) and Galaxy S22 (256GB) will get a free Galaxy Watch4 (Bluetooth, 40mm) that's worth RM899. If you pre-order the Galaxy S22 Ultra (256GB), then you will get the same smartwatch alongside a Galaxy X LAMY Safari Twin Pen (worth RM269).

On that note, we are also collaborating with Samsung Malaysia to give away a Media Referral Gift Code: GS22VIPTN. Only the first 800 customers may claim the code, which lets you redeem a 45W Super Fast Charger worth RM199, on top of the current Pre-Order promotion. Also, this code can only be used before the checkout at the Samsung Online Store.

So, what are you waiting for? Visit the pre-order page right now to get started. Let us know what you think of the Galaxy S22 Ultra, and stay tuned for more trending tech gadget deals at TechNave.com.


This laptop is a STEAL! | ASUS VivoBook Ultra unboxing and first impressions

If you're looking for a laptop for simple, every day use at a reasonable price point, you might want to check this laptop out. This is the ASUS VivoBook Ultra and from what we can see, this laptop would be perfect for those who love watching movies, doing assignments and more.

The laptop comes in multiple colours to fit your personality and is incredibly easy to bring around as it is so light! If you want to know what we love and didn't really love about the laptop, check out our video below. The laptop's price starts at RM2899 which is a very good price for a decent performing laptop. If you want to know more, you can check out their official website here. Catch more unboxings, hands-on and first impressions on TechNave.com and let us know what you'd like to see us unbox next!


This latest Samsung Galaxy Note 20 pricing leak might let you down

In just a few more days, we'll get to see a bunch of highly-anticipated new Samsung products at the Unpacked event that is scheduled to happen on 5 August. Among all the products, the star is no doubt the Galaxy Note 20 series which is going to bring some new upgrades. Now, the pricing of the devices from the series has been leaked again and we're hoping that is not the final one.

According to a reliable tipster Ishan Agarwal, the price of the Note 20 4G will be 999 Euro (~RM4,986) and the 5G version will be 1,099 Euro (~RM5,485). Meanwhile, the more powerful Note 20 Ultra 5G will start at 1,349 Euro (~RM6,739). All prices are for the 256GB variant.

Exclusive for MSP: Here are the prices of upcoming Samsung Galaxy products in Europe.Note20 4G: €999Note20 5G: €1,099Note20 Ultra 5G starts at €1,349256GB Base Storage.Buds Live: ~€189Note: May differ a bit due to VATLink for full info: https://t.co/ndWIMBVVU6 pic.twitter.com/MmDcGqshsK

If the rumours that appeared earlier were true, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 should not cost this much. The device is expected to have a flat display instead of a curved one, only a 60 refresh rate, and a plastic body. From there, we don't see why the device can have a price that is almost reaching RM5,000. However, it is supposed to be lower when the price is exchanged to Malaysian Ringgit since the European prices are included with the VAT tax.

Let us know what you think about the new leaked pricing of the Galaxy Note 20 series on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest smartphone updates.


This leaked OPPO prototype could be the future of smartphones

It was rumoured that we will see more of the under-display camera technology from smartphones that are going to be released later this year. Today, a leaked prototype of an OPPO smartphone has appeared showing not just the highly-anticipated technology, but also other interesting stuff that we seldom see on current smartphones.

Besides a distraction-free front display thanks to the under-display camera, the rear panel is said to feature electrochromic tech that can hide the camera setup as well. Therefore, not just the problem of notches has been fixed, smartphone users who despise protruding camera modules might also want to get their hands on this one.

Other than that, the OPPO prototype has also shown off a portless design. With high-speed wireless charging technology appearing on the market, smartphone manufacturers are more daring to get rid of the ports to make the smartphones look as clean as possible. However, it is said that the OPPO prototype still supports wired charging which is something like Apple's MagSafe technology. If being portless is not enough, there are no buttons on the prototype as well. It is claimed to feature pressure-sensitive side buttons.

Unfortunately, keep in mind that this is just a prototype and there's no news for OPPO launching this device yet. Let us know what you think about this prototype on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest smartphone news.


This might be Samsung's latest Galaxy Buds X earphones

Besides the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series leaks that have been happening over the past few weeks, we got ourselves some new render images of the so-called "Galaxy Beans" (or Galaxy Buds X) that appeared a few months ago. Thanks to @evleaks, it seems that Samsung could release the new wireless earbuds in Mystic Bronze as well.

Before this latest rumour, we have seen the Galaxy Buds X in blue and pink as well but this time around, Samsung might actually settle on just three colours - black, white and Mystic Bronze which is the latest colour theme for their upcoming Galaxy Note 20 series. Looking into the designs, it's interesting to see this unique bean-shaped earpiece with two microphone holes, as well as the tiny speaker grills for each. You can also see the new charging casing design fitting the Buds X perfectly with tiny magnets there.

As intriguing as the design goes, we are actually thinking if the Buds X is universally designed for everyone or not. Since everyone has different earhole sizes, it's hard to imagine if the earpieces will stay intact or not. I guess we will have to wait for the official announcement on 5 August for the Unpacked event, so stay tuned for that at TechNave.com.


This new Google Assistant update can read articles out loud in 42 languages effortlessly

Today, Google have announced that Google Assistant can now read whatever news articles aloud. Known as "Read It", the update will roll out later this year and soon Android users will be able to command Google Assistant to do so and it's fluent in 42 languages. All the user has to do is just say "Hey Google, read it" or "Hey Google, read this page".

Utilizing the neural networks and machine learning tool, Google Assistant is able to read out the text from an article with a more natural voice instead of sounding like a robot with no soul. While reading, the browser page will automatically scroll and highlight the words as the voice assistant Read It. You can adjust the reading speed and choose multiple voices.

With 42 languages ready at your disposal, you can also use the translation menu to select any language and the page will be automatically translated and read out in that language. However, Bahasa Malaysia is not available (lol) yet.

Read It will be available on Android phones that are using version 5 and above. If you're a developer, you can add the ability for Google Assistant to read aloud content in your mobile app using Actions on Google. If you don't, just use the nopagereadaloud tag to not use the feature.

What do you think of this new feature? I think it's pretty cool especially if you're multitasking. Stay tuned for more cool and trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple could launch 2 new MacBooks with mini-LED displays in 2021

With how many rumours about Apple products that will feature mini-LED displays in 2021, you're probably starting to think it's going to be for real. More so when the source is an industry analyst, who claims that there will be two MacBooks with a mini-LED display next year.

This isn't the first time we've heard of such a rumour, as one first appeared in March earlier this year. But according to Wccftech, Kuo Ming-Chi (TFI Securities) has claimed that there will not just one but a total of two new MacBook Pro models next year. More importantly, the new models will allegedly feature a new form factor, design, and come with a mini-LED display. These should launch in Q4 2021, which is a similar launch window as this year's Apple M1-powered Macs.

Besides the new MacBook Pros, there will be a variety of other Apple devices featuring a mini-LED display next year. For one, there's going to be a more affordable MacBook Air will be coming in 2022, according to Kuo. There will also be a new iPad and iPad Pro models using the technology, expected to launch in the first half of 2021.

It's quite interesting to see Apple so invested in the development of products with mini-LED displays. What do you think is the main reason for this? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


This new LG zoom camera could help stop iPhones' camera bumps from going bigger

LG has a new camera technology that prevents the camera bump from going bigger in the future. Ahead of the CES 2023, LG Innotek unveiled a new telephoto zoom camera module that should help flagships reduce their camera bump sizes, and it could even make it to the next-generation iPhones.

The optical telephoto zoom camera module is a periscope lens that offers continuous optical zoom between 4x and 9x and image stabilization. It has a zoom actuator that moves the lens to change the focal distance or set focus. The actuator also has high moving speed and increased durability with less battery consumption. Most importantly, it occupies less space, which should help solve the modern smartphone camera problem.

According to the source, LG has partnered with Qualcomm to have the new zoom lens inside devices featuring the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. Meanwhile, the next-generation iPhones could also use this camera, with LG Innotek being one of the component suppliers. Unfortunately, iPhone suppliers don't usually mention Apple when launching new components. Therefore, we might have to wait until the exact launch of the new iPhones to find out.

What do you think about this new LG zoom camera? Drop a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech reports.


This new Sony BRAVIA OLED 4K TV A9G 77-inch model is RM49,999

Today, Sony Malaysia is excited to announce their brand new MASTER A9G 4K OLED TV model. Like any new model, it comes with an improved picture quality, colour, contrast and clarity, as well as a new Netflix Calibrated Mode up to 77-inches in size from a starting price of RM 11,949.

Also available in 65-inches and 55-inches (this is the one with the lowest price), this slim OLED TV also has a super wide viewing angle with 8 million self illuminating pixels controlled by a new Picture Processor X1 Ultimate. On top of that, there's also a Pixel Contrast Booster and 4K High Dynamic Range to enhance the colour and contrast further in bright areas, and the trademark Acoustic Surface Audio+ for an immersive sound experience from the screen panel itself.

In terms of features, the A9G OLED TV has integrated an Android TV supporting a wide range of apps such as Google Play, YouTube, Netflix, Amazon Video, as well as having Google Assistant built-in with our without Google Home. The TV is compatible with Amazon Echo, Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit. Nothing too new here.

If you’re wondering what is the price tag on the 77-inch model, that’ll be RM 49,999, followed by RM 18,399 for the 65-inch model. All three models will be available from the end of July 2019.

For more information, you can check it out at their office webpage here. Stay tuned for more Sony news at TechNave.com.


This new battery could charge 10x faster than Lithium-Ion batteries

Looks like a new kind of battery is currently being developed by a bunch of researchers in Russia, claiming that it can be charged up to 10 times faster than conventional Lithium-Ion batteries. Unfortunately, it is highly unlikely that devices will come equipped with this battery this year, as it is still in the development phase and it is still unable to match the capacity of a Lithium-Ion battery.

The battery seems to be using a type of nitroxyl-based redox polymer, which contains fewer metals that could cause environmental harm and it’s much less of a fire hazard compared to Lithium-Ion. We will not be surprised if this battery is used in most portable electronics such as smartphones, laptops, and many more.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on the new battery that is currently being developed in Russia? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


This phone FLEXES the quad cameras!! | HONOR 20 Pro unboxing, first impressions and hands-on

Finally! The big brother of the HONOR 20 smartphone finally found it's way here to Malaysia, the HONOR 20 Pro. We'll be seeing the device on market shelves too and this smartphone will be launched with a whopping 2 year warranty! This smartphone features a quad camera setup, a side-mounted fingerprint reader, a punch hole display, the Kirin 980 chipset and more.

If you wanna know more about the phone, check out our video below! Let us know what you guys want us to unbox next! Keep up with the latest smartphones in Malaysia on TechNave.com!


This plugin filters out 99% of penis pictures sent into your Twitter DMs

Based on a statement by bbc.com, a developer by the name of Kelsey Bressler created a plugin which is able to filter out pictures to penises that’s sent directly to your Twitter DMs. According to the developer, the plugin utilizes AI to detect and block out up to 99% of unwanted pictures.

Kelsey mentioned that the plugin could be made available for other social media platform in the future such as Facebook, Instagram and more. With all that said, what do you think of the plugin? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


This pop up and rotating camera phone is INSANE! Our first impressions and hands-on of the Samsung Galaxy A80

Another innovative way by Samsung to be rid of the pesky notch - A pop up and rotating camera mechanism on the Samsung Galaxy A80. What makes this device stand out from the rest is the fact that the triple rear camera setup can also be used as the selfie camera, ensuring that your selfies would be as on point as your rear camera photos. The device is large and feels very comfy to hold as well!

Tech specs for the device include the Snapdragon 730 chipset, a 6.7 inch Super AMOLED display, 8GB RAM + 128GB internal storage, 3700mAh battery with 25W fast charging support. Camera-wise, it comes with 48MP + 8MP (ultrawide) + 3D ToF sensor. If you're interested to know what we thought of the smartphone, check out our unboxing and first impressions video below. Keep up with the latest device unboxings, first impressions and hands-on on TechNave.com!


This probably isn't the Huawei Mate 10 Porsche Design you've been looking for

Video renders of a Huawei branded phone with an 18:9 aspect ratio display have surfaced recently via TargetYouTube, but it probably isn't the Huawei Mate 10 Porsche Design smartphone everyone has been looking for. The key reasons being that while the Huawei branding has been reproduced, there is no sign of any Porsche Design logo or branding at all. Also, the lack of any side metal frames makes it rather suspicious so, we'd say nice renders kid, but this probably isn't the Mate 10 Porsche Design.

Like the Huawei Mate 10, the Mate 10 Porsche Design is expected to pack in the AI-dedicated NPU (Neural Processing Unit) Kirin 970 processor and Leica cameras but since it is the higher-end version we expect it to have 8GB RAM and 128GB or 256GB of storage. It would be nice if the Mate 10 series are IP68 water resistant as well.

No Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet but with the previous Mate 9 Porsche Design costing RM6999 ($1657) on pre-order, we expect the Mate 10 Porsche Design to be about RM7499 ($1776) and not the suspiciously low "up to $1000" price tag in the video below. We seriously recommend you take this rumour with a whole sack of salt and to stay tuned to TechNave.com for all your tech news and reviews.


This product from eBay can unlock almost any smartphone for less than ~RM210

Privacy is such an important aspect especially when it comes to purchasing a smartphone. Obviously, you would want to own a device that can not only keep your personal data safe and secure, especially while surfing the internet.  While many of the manufacturers today bragged about secured their phones are, there seems to be a product circulating on eBay that can unlock almost any Android and iOS devices from 50USD(~RM417) onwards

Originally these products that were manufactured by Cellebrite costs upwards of 6000USD(~RM25055), and their main clients are usually law enforcement, forensic bodies, and so on.

Cellebrite UFED classic exploits & functions - I got this gem at an auction - has SIM card cloning features (elite) pic.twitter.com/xmLCgVO7iG

Based on what digitaltrends.com have reported, it seems that the smartphone cracking device is capable of unlocking any device that is running on iOS 7 until iOS 12.3, Samsung Galaxy S6  to Galaxy S9 as well as several other devices from manufacturers such as Huawei, LG, Motorola, as well as Xiaomi. It is very scary to think that for something that costs less than RM300, you can easily access someone else’s personal data without them needing to unlock their smartphone. For more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


This remote kissing device can let you send a kiss online

Nope, this isn't an April's Fool joke. Someone really did make a mechanical remote kissing device. Not only are the silicon "lips" movable, but it even provides a warm feeling for the user. Why was this made? Well, it was designed for couples who are in a long-distance relationship.

The kissing device was patented by Jiang Zhongli from the Changzhou Vocational Institute of Mechatronic Technology in China, and his long-distance relationship with his girlfriend inspired him to invent it. Since they can only contact each other through a phone, it gave him the idea to build a machine that can mimic a real kiss.

Zhongli equipped the kissing device with pressure sensors and actuators to mimic a real kiss as much as possible. Besides the kissing movements, the device can also transmit kissing sounds from the user. Like most devices nowadays, this kissing device requires an app and the video call from it can mimic the kissing motion to each other.

Besides that, there is also a "kissing square" function in the app. This function allows two strangers who got matched can ask to exchange kisses through the kissing device. On top of that, users can upload their kissing style in the app online for others to download and experience.

Of course, this news caused a lot of viral posts, giving different reactions from several online netizens from finding it hilarious to gross. It is priced at 288 Yuan (~RM184) in Taobao, and depending on your needs, it could be a lifesaver for couples in a long-distance relationship.


This renders might have confirmed how the Huawei P50 series could look like

Based on a tweet by Twitter user @RODENT950, it seems that the attached images might have confirmed the final design of the Huawei P50 series. 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 local market.

Looking closely at the renders, the 1-inch Sony IMX800 image sensor will most likely be housed in the bottom module. Other than that, it will have an additional triple camera setup at the top which will most likely a wide-angle camera, telephoto camera, as well as a macro camera.

And here is the exclusive first look at the Huawei P50 Series.#HuaweiP50Pro #HuaweiP50ProPlus #HuaweiP50Series #HuaweiP50 pic.twitter.com/piL3IYqriI

But that’s not all, if you look closely at the image, you’ll be able to see that the large camera sensor at the back has a focal length of 13-90mm. However, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Huawei has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the local pricing, and exact tech specs for now. Would you be interested in getting the Huawei P50 series 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.


5.7-inch full-screen smartphone, OPPO A83 now available in Malaysia for RM999

So from our short post about the OPPO A83, OPPO Malaysia has finally launched the entry-level full-screen smartphone for a price of RM999 only. Available in black and gold, you can get this budget-friendly device in any OPPO store now across the nation. Let's check out what are the full specs of it.

As an affordable selfie smartphone, the A83 heavily relies on its A.I> Beauty Recognition Technology where it can learn to classify, recognize and beautify the subject in three aspects - skin colour and texture, gender, and age. It's able to capture more than 200 facial points and refines the image to the best result by composing the face contour, making the face look more 3D and realistic. Also, yes, there's no fingerprint sensor on the phone according to the specs-sheet and press render.

Customers who purchase the phone online will bring a free Olike Back Shell Case (random colour) + Tempered Glass home, while stock lasts. For more information, kindly visit the page here to check it out.


Apple could launch AirPods 3 this year, AirPods Pro with fitness tracking feature in 2022

Upcoming AirPods expected to look like AirPods Pro

Earlier this year, it was suggested that Apple would be launching a new AirPods model in H1 2021. Some say this should be the AirPods 3, while others claim it will be a new AirPods Pro. Based on new rumours, the former is more likely. However, the launch is probably not happening anytime soon.

According to Bloomberg (via Engadget), insiders have said that Apple will be launching a new entry-level AirPods later this year. The company will probably launch it during its annual September event, where it will unveil the iPhone 13 series. This new model will also come with a new case and shorter stems, making it more similar to the AirPods Pro.

Besides that, Apple is expected to launch a new AirPods Pro in 2022. Interestingly, the source suggests that the AirPods Pro 2 will be more than just a regular upgrade. Allegedly, this model will feature motion sensors, which means it can be used with fitness tracking apps. However, there are no details on what kind of tracking it could do.

The rumour about the next-gen AirPods Pro does sound exciting, but as usual, it's best to take it with a grain of salt. Having said that, is there another feature you'd hope to see from TWS earbuds like the AirPods? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


This ridiculous good looking Android smartwatch cost $1600

Smartwatches are generally a bit expensive considering the features that it can do and what we use them for, but get this, there’s new smartwatch that could cost you a leg, introducing the Tag Heuer Connected Modular 45 by Tag Heuer and Intel, the wearable is priced at $1600 (around RM7121).

So what’s so special about this wearable? Well, let’s see…it features Intel’s Atom Z34XX processor, 512 RAM and a 4GB ROM, pretty standard there, but we are guessing it’s because of its modular feature that allows you to customize it to your heart’s content.

Customization is not just about switching the straps, but also different shades of metal watch casing, main module, lugs, and even the strap’s buckle. Overall, the spending can get as much as $6750 depending on how much you customize the watch.

Putting that aside, the wearable can last up to 25 hours of normal usage after one charge, it has a 410 mAh battery and uses a 1.39-inch AMOLED display with sapphire glass, GPS, NFC, and Android Pay connectivity are included as well. And lastly, because the wearable is high quality and resistant, it’s said that it can resist water pressure up to 100 meters.

We don’t think this will ever come to Malaysia, but it’s not stopping you to head on to Tag Heuer's website and purchase it (lol).

Stay tuned for more wearable news at TechNave.com.


This sealed original iPhone just got sold for $35,000 at an auction

How much is $35,000 in Malaysia Ringgit? Well, that's roughly around ~RM156,992 after direct currency conversion. The reason why the auction price is so high is due to the sealed box that was never opened.

On top of that, it's also said that this original iPhone was manufactured from an early production run. So to speak, it's one of the first batches of the original iPhones sold back in June 2007 that didn't come with an iTunes Store app. This iPhone box later got updated to add the iTunes Store icon after iPhone OS 1.1 got released to include the app.

Nobody knows how is the iPhone condition inside or whether it's still working. But since it has never been opened, we think it should still be alive since it's still in a brand-new condition. If even a chance, would you actually keep it as a collector's item? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for trending tech news at TechNave.com.


This smartphone is wise enough to stop you from taking nudes

There are so many kinds of pictures that can be taken with a smartphone nowadays, including portraits, wide-angle scenes, night scenes, extreme close-up (macro) shots, and also nudes (we are not joking). We know that there are people who take nudes with their smartphones for various purposes, no matter if it’s to record the process of changing (yes, not another joke) or to share with someone else (kinky!). After all, that is all their businesses as long as those pictures are kept safe. However, if it’s a minor doing that, we might need something to stop that and Japan might have come out with a solution.

A smartphone manufacturer in Japan named Tone has launched a device with the model E20 to detect nudes taken with the camera. The device uses machine learning to detect nudes, and will later automatically wipe them all out to protect the users. Other than that, the device can also be connected to a guardian’s device to give a warning when nudes are detected on the Tone E20. We hope that the nudes won’t be showing up on the guardian’s device or else things could get worse.

The Tone E20 is just a normal-looking entry-level phone without the interesting feature. It runs on the MediaTek Helio P22 chipset and features Android 9.0. It also packs a 6.26-inch HD+ screen, 4GB of ram, 64GB of expandable storage (up to 320GB), rear fingerprint sensor, and a 3900mAh battery. For photography (no nudes), it comes with an 8MP selfie camera and a triple camera setup at the back (12MP main + 13MP ultra-wide+ 2MP depth).

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


This wallpaper is causing Android smartphones to reboot itself many times

If you follow @Universelce on Twitter, you probably have come across a piece of news of a "malware" acting as a wallpaper for Android smartphones. At first, he thought this is only happening on Samsung mobile users but turns out that Google Pixel phones also have the same issue. To be more specific, smartphones with Android 10 OS will crash if you set this beautiful picture as your wallpaper.

According to sources, the phone will not allow you to enter the lock screen after setting up the wallpaper and just goes into a few boot loops until it enters the recovery menu. While that sounds horrible, you can still save your smartphone though, as long as you get rid of the wallpaper in safe mode then you're good to go. There is another option too which is doing a factory reset, yikes.

@UniverseIce This is an android issue sadly is affecting also google pixels as well pic.twitter.com/HZTtogLfwB

When I tried to upload the original image (left) to Weibo, I found that its color to change (right). At this time, the image became harmless, but when uploaded to twitter, the original image still does not change color, still harmful. So I suspect it may be related to color gamut pic.twitter.com/0A1PlUqlpv

So what's causing all this? As suspected by @UniverseIce, the problem lies with the colour gamut as the wallpaper became less contrast when uploaded to a different platform. In fact, after some investigation using the Image MetaData Stripper, it removed 8078 bytes which seemed to be the cause of forcing the Android 10 OS to reboot itself. Moreover, the wallpaper is using Google Skia colour profile and for some reason, it's causing this bug problem with Android 10.

Anyway, the bottom line is don't install this wallpaper and do let you friends and family know about it, else they will just have a bad day trying to solve the issue. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


This year's 13-inch Apple MacBook Pro could double the maximum RAM and SSD storage capacity

Remember the rumour about the new MacBook Pro coming soon? Apple is expected to launch it sometime this month and many are inclined to believe the rumour, now that there's a follow up with benchmark scores. In the latest rumour, a new config of the 13-inch MacBook Pro 2020 was revealed and it's going to come with more RAM and SSD storage.

According to _rogame, a rather reliable leaker when it comes to new laptops, the 13-inch MacBook Pro for 2020 could come with a variant sporting 32GB of RAM and 4TB of SSD (NVMe) storage. For your information, the 13-inch MacBook Pro for 2019 supported up to 16GB of RAM and 2TB of SSD storage. In other words, this year's model will effectively let you have double the amount of RAM and storage.

New config tested (2020 13" Macbook Pro)> i7-1068NG7 2.3GHz base 4.1GHz boost> 32GB of RAM> 4TB SSD https://t.co/XmLXiz5jFT

There hasn't been a lot of other news on the upcoming MacBook Pro in recent months, but an Apple analyst did predict that the 13-inch model could be replaced by a new 14.1-inch model. It would allegedly use a mini LED panel and won't be significantly larger than the model it's replacing, which would justify the increase in size. Besides that, the new model could be using a new keyboard with scissor switches.

Mind you, the news we've been getting so far are mostly unconfirmed. If this is launching in May 2020 we can probably expect some more useful leaks very soon. With that said, what would you use all that extra RAM and SSD storage for? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


This year's Apple Watch Series 7 to come equipped with a blood sugar sensor

Based on a statement by gizmochina, it seems that a report hinted that this year’s Apple Watch Series 7 could potentially come equipped with blood sugar, as well as alcohol monitoring sensors. With that being said, looks like there won’t be a need to prick your finger with a needle in order to check your blood sugar level or blow into a breathalyzer to check alcohol levels.

However, it is best to note that there is no information on how accurate the readings might be so it might be necessary for you to visit your nearest medical provider in order to get a more accurate reading. 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 local pricing, exact tech specs, and Malaysia release date of the Apple Watch Series 7 for now. What are your thoughts on being able to measure your blood sugar and alcohol level in the upcoming Apple Watch? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


This year's Huawei P40 series might be cheaper from ~RM2116 onwards

Based on a statement by @RODENT950 on Twitter, it seems that Huawei’s upcoming P40 series could be priced cheaper, due to the fact that it does not come with Google Mobile Services. The tweet also mentioned that we can expect the aforementioned smartphone series, could be priced anywhere between RMB3599(~RM2116) to RMB6599(~RM3881).

With that said, the Huawei P40 series will feature the Huawei Mobile Service instead, similar to that of the Huawei Mate 30 Pro. Do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Huawei has yet to provide an official statement regarding the price cut.

There is also no official information in regards to the official Malaysia release date, complete tech specs as well as local pricing of the smartphones for now. Would you be interested in getting the Huawei P40 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.


This year's Samsung Galaxy Note 20 could have no notch

It seems that there is a possibility that the upcoming Galaxy Note 20 series smartphone by Samsung, could come with an all-screen display and no notch. Samsung briefly showcased the aforementioned smartphone during an ad for their Wind-Free Air Conditioner, which was uploaded on their official Youtube a few days ago.

With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement regarding the smartphone spotted in the ad. While there is a possibility that Samsung used a 3D render of a smartphone for the ad, it’s weird as to why they didn’t use an actual Samsung smartphone instead.

What are your thoughts on the notch-less Samsung smartphone in the ad? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


This year's Samsung Galaxy Watch 2 could have beefier tech specs

Based on a statement by Sammobile.com, it seems that the Samsung Galaxy Watch which is about to be unveiled very soon is expected to come equipped with up to 8GB of internal storage. Not only that, but it might also come with a digital rotating bezel instead of a physical one that was found on the original Galaxy Watch.

Unfortunately, we do not have any official information on whether we will still be getting the same 40mm and 44mm variant which was available on the first generation Galaxy Watch. With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt due to the fact the Samsung has yet to provide an official statement in regards to the leaked info.

Not only that, there is also no news in regards to the Malaysia release date, complete tech specs as well as local pricing of the aforementioned smartwatch for now. Would you be interested in getting the Samsung Galaxy Watch 2 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.


This year's Samsung Galaxy Watch might get diabetes monitoring

Based on a statement by etnews.com, it seems that this year’s Samsung Galaxy Watch could come equipped with diabetes monitoring by measuring the glucose level in your blood. While not much is known in regards to the exact release date, our source did mention that it will most likely be unveiled during Galaxy UNPACKED 2021.

Other than that, it seems that Apple might equip the upcoming Apple Watch with the same diabetes monitoring technology as well which could be unveiled somewhere around H2 2021. With all that said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung, as well as 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 regarding the upcoming Galaxy Watch for now. Would you be interested in getting any of the wearables mentioned 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.


Apple could launch a Mac computer with two M1 Max chips in 2022

As you know, Apple launched the new MacBook Pro models last month. They're powered by the M1 Pro and M1 Max chips, which both deliver greater CPU and GPU performance. But what if you have a Mac PC with two chips instead of one?

The Information (via GSMArena) claimed that this could be what Apple is planning for 2022. Allegedly, the company wants to manufacture second-gen Apple Silicon chips with an upgraded 5nm process next year. There won't be a huge increase in overall improvement, but we could expect better power efficiency with the new generation of chips.

One of the larger Mac PCs could feature two of this chip

So, how can Apple make the new model worth upgrading to? Like highlighted earlier, the company could be looking to use two CPU dies instead of one. Apple could go for Mac devices with an M1 Max chip that has two dies. This dual-M1 Max design could double the performance in larger computers like the Mac Pro, iMac, and 16-inch MacBook Pro. Mind you, Apple would have to ensure that it's technically possible.

Another thing to consider is how much this type of Mac computer could cost. It might not be feasible for most buyers, making it limited to a niche market. With that said, would you be interested in buying one? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


This year's iPhone 13 Mini will come equipped with a dual-camera setup at the rear

Looks like a CAD drawing of Apple’s iPhone 13 Mini may have been spotted which showcases the design, as well as what to expect when it is officially available in the local market. Do note that this just what the aforementioned smartphone could look like, so do take it with a grain of salt as this might not be what the final product could look like.

If you look closely at the drawing, the first thing you’ll notice is the bottom camera which was moved towards the right slightly. Not only that, but it seems that the sensors are ever so slightly larger than the iPhone 12 Mini as well and it will come equipped with a 5.4-inch display.

There’s currently no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for now. What are your thoughts on the slightly different design of the iPhone 13 Mini’s camera module? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


This year's iPhone series to come equipped with up to 1TB storage?

Based on a statement by 9to5mac, it seems that a report by Wedbush hinted that this year’s Apple iPhone 13 series will most likely come equipped with up to 1TB internal storage. While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date, it seems that the chipset that the aforementioned smartphone comes with was hinted to perform about the same as Apple’s M1 chips.

However, do take every bit of 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 of the device in question for now.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on the iPhone 13 series potentially coming equipped with up to 1TB internal storage? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Those who wants to travel back to their urban homes can now register through online or at nearby police stations!

Ever since the beginning of the movement control order (MCO), Malaysians have been traveled back to their hometown to be with their families. Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob announced for those who are still at their hometowns that want to travel back to urban areas can start registering online and wait for approvals.The government understands many wishes to return to their respective homes in urban areas, especially since the recent announcement on loosening restrictions for public and private university students to travel back to their hometowns. For those who wish to travel back, can now register via the Gerak Malaysia app with the police and Communications and Multimedia Ministry (MCMC) starting from 25 April or arrange an appointment with the nearby police station for those who unable to access the internet.

However, those who registered will need to wait for the final approval after 1 May before they can travel back to the urban areas. As the authorities need to get the green light from the National Security Council based on the advice of the Health Ministry. He also added there is a bit of difference between the students wanting to go back to their hometowns and those wanting to return to urban areas as the numbers and health status of the students are known by the authorities.With that said, there’s a possibility the MCO will be ending soon or loosen up after 28 April. But do continue to stay at home and practice social distancing if you were to head to the police station for registrations. Stay tuned for more local news updates on TechNave.com!


Thousands of Microsoft Teams users are unable to access the app, Microsoft investigating outage

Microsoft has announced that it is currently investigating an outage with its Microsoft Teams app, though the company did not detail how many users have been affected. Earlier today at around 10am Malaysian time, thousands of Microsoft Teams users reported that there are unable to access the app or use any of its features.

As reported by Reuters, over 4800 incidents of people reporting issues with the app was recorded on Downdetector.com. The website is used to track outages by collating status reports from sources, including user-submitted errors.

A proprietary business communications platform by Microsoft, Microsoft Teams is primarily used by businesses as an internal workspace chat and videoconferencing platform. The outage will definitely affect businesses which rely upon the app for internal communications.

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


Three 5G transmitter towers got burned down because of a COVID-19 related conspiracy theory

So this just happened over the weekend, at least three 5G transmitter towers got burned down in the United Kingdom. But why and what happened? Well, apparently some idiots actually believed that the 5G radio waves were causing the COVID-19 spreading around. We never knew such conspiracy theory existed!

Like you, a smart reader reading this, the UK authorities also think this conspiracy theory is just plain ridiculous and have condemned the action caused by the vandalists. In fact, National Health Service (NHS) director, Stephen Powis (haha, police, GET IT?) was just as surprised as we are to hear this conspiracy theory. With this, the action would probably affect the medical frontliners more than the virus itself in terms of communication.

5G causes coronavirus because it’s sucking the oxygen out of your lungs, according to a video being spread on Facebook. I want to but the fact people believe this bullshit is genuinely scary pic.twitter.com/kY3g5MJtu9

According to the theory, it's said that 5G weakens the immune system and this allows the COVID-19 virus to enter your body easily. Honestly, it doesn't take a rocket scientist that the 5G radio waves and the transmission of the virus are not related. If that was really the case, countries that aren't equipped with 5G such as Iran and Japan wouldn't even face this problem.

So ladies and gentlemen, this is what happens when people spread fake news and rumours around without checking facts. This is actually pretty funny, but the fact that some people believe this is disturbing. Let us educate ourselves and be more responsible for playing our roles on our social media platforms. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Three EPIC Netflix shows you should watch before 2020

It's already mid-November and do you know what this means? Besides the school holidays starting soon, many people will be on a holiday season break in December. From having an adventure elsewhere to do some meaningful projects, there's also some joy being a couch potato at home catching up on all your favourite shows too. Speaking of that, here are the three EPIC Netflix shows you should watch before 2020.

As we take a look at Netflix's schedule, there is a ton of stuff to watch there. This includes the highly anticipated The Witcher adaptation, The Irishman by legendary director, Martin Scorsese, Lost in Space and many other favourites that are also available. Keep in mind that the shows below might vary in different regions but without further ado, check out when are the anticipating shows streaming on Netflix!

Since we are now halfway in November, let's start with Martin Scorsese's latest mob film. If you're a fan of his films, you should definitely catch it as the trio fan favourites, Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Joe Pesci are back once again in an intense drama thriller. A short synopsis - it's a story about a truck driver/hitman, Frank Sheeran (De Niro) getting involved with a crime lord Russell Bufalino (Pesci) and working for a public figure/Teamster, Jimmy Hoffa (Pacino). It's also said to be more than 3 hours long!

Next, one of the more anticipated action shows is none other than The Witcher. While it's more known for its game franchises, fans should also know that this show will be based on the novels. From the trailer alone, it certainly does look impressive and I'm quite excited. Also, Henry Cavill as Young Geralt really got the voice spot on!

Last but not least, the 2nd season of Lost in Space returns to Netflix which will be released just before Christmas. In this upcoming season, the show will explore the Robinsons looking for their Robot in a new planet, all the while encountering beautiful and nasty aliens. Glad it's back because the first season was pretty dope.

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Stay tuned for more sweet local promotion news at TechNave.com.


Three HUAWEI Mate 40 devices just got certified, expected to arrive in September

We're entering a season filled with many flagship device launches and HUAWEI Mate 40 series is one of them with a possible September launch. Today, the devices have been certified on TENAA with the following model numbers OCE-AN00, NOH-AN00, and NOP-AN00. Let's take a look if the listing has revealed anything more than that!

According to the source, the model number OCE-AN00 belongs to the base model of the Mate 40 series, while NOH-AN00 and NOP-AN00 might be the Mate 40 Pro and Mate 40 Pro+ respectively. The listing has confirmed that the devices will have support for 5G connectivity with 5G-Enhanced Mobile Broadband (eMBB) technology. With the eMBB support, the Mate 40 smartphones can support both sub-6GHz and mmWave 5G frequencies.

Other than that, the devices will also continue to run the Android system. Therefore, don't expect the devices to be the first ones to run HarmonyOS as reported earlier. To recap, the Mate 40 series is expected to have the 5nm Kirin 1000 SoC onboard. Besides that, it could also come with a large square camera module that brings a 50MP sensor for the primary camera and a 20MP sensor for the ultra-wide camera. HUAWEI might finally embrace the high refresh rate displays as well by including 120Hz support on the devices.

Let us know what you think about the upcoming HUAWEI Mate 40 series on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting smartphone news.


Three Samsung Galaxy S10 models for 2019?

The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is not even out yet and the Internet is already talking about the Galaxy S10? Well, why not? It's the Internet after all. Anyway, you might have already heard it but the rumour train is claiming that there could not two, but three Galaxy S10 variants with an in-display fingerprint scanner.

Speaking of the in-display fingerprint scanner, that only applies to the Galaxy S10 and S10+, though. What's the third variant then? According to the Internet, the other Galaxy S10 would be the "affordable" one under the codename Beyond 0 and the fingerprint scanner could be placed at the side instead of the front or back. The display is not that big as well, measuring only at 5-inch and a single camera for each side.

Then for the other two, the Galaxy S10 and S10+ should look more or less the same as the current generation with a 5.8-inch and 6.4-inch curved Infinity Display, along with the aforementioned in-display fingerprint scanner. The camera setup on the standard Galaxy S10 is the same too with a single front camera and a dual rear camera behind, while the Galaxy S10+ could use a penta-camera setup with two at the front and a three behind. According to reports, the triple camera setup could function as the main camera sensor, a telephoto and a wide-angle lens.

Do you think Samsung should make an affordable Galaxy S10 for the masses? And a penta-camera setup for the Galaxy S10+? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Three models of Samsung Galaxy S21 launching on 14 January 2021

Rumours have been claiming that the Samsung Galaxy S21 series will be arriving earlier than expected in the next year. Samsung usually launches the flagship Galaxy S series in either late February or March, but the company has made some changes to their 2021's plan by scheduling the event to happen earlier in January. Before that happens, someone has already found out the number of devices that the series is going to bring and the actual date of the release.

According to XDA Developers' Mishaah Rahman, Samsung will follow the variants of the S20 series by launching Galaxy S21, 21+, and S21 Ultra. The three devices have also gotten their model numbers with Galaxy S21 marked as SM-G991, S21+ as SM-G996, and S21 Ultra as SM-G998. For the date, it is reported that the launch event will be happening on 14 January, and the customers can start to get one starting from 29 January.

Other than that, the 5nm Exynos 1080 chipset that is made for mid-range smartphones has also been spotted on the Bluetooth SIG certification website. It is said that the chipset will be arriving on 12 November this year as the successor of the Exynos 980 chipset. Rumour has it that the first device to with this chipset will be the vivo X60.

Let us know what you think about these upcoming products from Samsung on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting tech news.


Three new Huawei phones spotted online, could be the new Nova 3 series

Recently, someone spotted three new Huawei smartphones on TENAA certification site and it is believed to be the new Nova series with the model number listed as FLA-AL00, FLA-TL10 and LDN-TL00, there are good reasons to believe that these are the Nova 3, Nova 3 Plus and maybe a new Y3 or Y5 2018 variant based on their model number.

For FLA-AL00 and FLA-TL10, the design for both phones are almost the same and one of them has to be the plus variant. Meanwhile, the LDN-TL00, which could be either the Y3 or Y5 2018 model, looks just a tad different as the antenna position is not the same as seen in the cover image (the blue one). In spite of this, all the three phones are carrying an 18:9 aspect ratio display, as well as having dual rear cameras and a fingerprint sensor. It should also be noted that the Nova 3 series has a dual front camera just like the Nova 2i.

We think the Nova 3 series will be a success but it's still too early to tell, so we will just wait and see what Huawei has in store for us when it's ready. Until then, stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Apple could launch a modified A15 chip as A16 for the iPhone 14 series, alongside an A16 Pro

Recently, it was reported that Apple would not use the same chipset across the upcoming iPhone 14 series. According to previous information, the iPhone 14's non-Pro variants will stick with the A15 chip, while the Pro ones get the new generation A16. However, the latest report claims that it will not be the case as it would raise criticism.

Instead of doing that, Apple will modify the A15 for the non-Pro variants and call it A16. Meanwhile, the Pro variants will, of course, get the A16 Pro. It is not something that the tech giant does out of the blue, as the company is said to be facing production issues for the chip. The future M2 chip of the MacBook Air 2022 would also encounter similar problems on the production lines.

It's worth mentioning that the iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro do not share the same A15 chip, as the latter takes advantage of more GPU cores than the A15 chip from the iPhone 13 and an additional 2GB of RAM. Although they have their differences, it is still not that significant compared to what we might be seeing in the upcoming series.

What do you think about getting a slightly better A15 chip on the non-Pro iPhone 14? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


Three new Huawei teasers indicating three new devices at CES 2016?

CES 2016 will start soon on 6 January in Las Vegas, and Huawei will be holding a press conference. At the same time, they also teased us with three new image teasers in their Facebook page. What will they present? Could it be the new Huawei P9? Or something related to the Huawei Mate 8 as according to their Facebook page?

We have already confirmed that the Mate 8 is official, and looking at the tech specs it sports a Huawei Kirin 950, supported by quad Cortex A72 cores (2.3GHz) and quad Cortex A53 cores (1.8GHz), and a 3GB/4GB RAM. This seems to fit “power and efficiency” very well. As for the “rhythm and entertainment”, it seems to suggest they will show us a new tablet; and the last teaser looks like a new Huawei Watch.

CES 2016 is just around the corner, so stay tuned for more exciting CES 2016 news!


Three new Samsung 2019 monitors set to appear at CES 2019

As per tradition, CES will start at the beginning of the year and there will be plenty of brands fighting for your attention. That said, Samsung Electronics has announced that they will be showcasing three new monitors at the annual conference - the CRG9 gaming monitor, UR59C 4K UHD curved monitor and a minimalistic Space Monitor. Although there are no price tags yet, we got some tidbits about what it has.

First up, the CRG9 features a 49-inch super ultra-wide screen panel with a 32:9 aspect ratio, up to 120Hz refresh rate with 4ms response time, as well as an AMD Radeon FreeSync HDR technology to reduce stutter, screen tearing and input latency. Apart from that, it has a dual QHD resolution (5120x1440) and HDR10 with a peak brightness of 1000 nits, able to provide clear details in bright and dark parts of an image. There's also a PBP (Picture-by-Picture) functionality to allow two video sources to be viewed on the same screen, as well as offering one HDMI port, two Display Ports, USB 3.0 and headphone connectivity options.

Next, Space Monitor is what the name suggests. Not only does it have a sleek design allowing the user to save space on the desk, but its functionality is pretty special because it has a unique built-in integrated arm that is able to clamp itself to the desk in four different ways. It's easy to set up, easy adjust and it can even be pushed back flat against a wall. Cable management is hidden inside the arm stand and there are two models - the 27-inch with QHD resolution and the 32-inch with 4K UHD.

Finally, the UR59C monitor is the world's first 32-inch curved 4K UHD designed for content creators. Available in Dark Blue Gray, it has a super-slim design, with a depth of only 6.7mm which is great for creating digital art, watching videos or gaming.

All three monitors will appear at Samsung’s CES booth #15006 at the Las Vegas Convention Center from January 8-11, 2019. For more information about Samsung’s new monitors, please visit displaysolutions.samsung.com/ces2019 and stay tuned for more CES news at TechNave.com.


Three new Samsung Galaxy Note 9 videos highlighting a better battery, strong processor and lots of storage

Some of you may have watched Samsung's new video advertisement for the upcoming Galaxy Note 9 yesterday. The video didn't really say much except that it was hinting the battery life in the device is better with the tagline - "A lot can change in a day". But did you also know that there are two other videos as well?

Besides the "Battery can't keep up?" video, the other two videos are promptly named "Phone too slow?" and "Never have enough storage?". Obviously, the titles there are also hinting that the Galaxy Note 9 will have a powerful processor which is probably a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, or the Exynos 9810 chipset which we usually get in the Malaysia market, as well as having an ample of internal storage. It's not hard to imagine a 256GB model, but what about a 512GB? We are just throwing wild guesses here. As for the battery, rumours have it that it will have a 4000mAh battery inside. Anyway, you can check out the three video advertisements below.

We are just two weeks away from the #Unpack2018 launch, stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Three new ThinkPad X1 devices released by Lenovo Malaysia, starting from RM7999

Before we end Friday, we thought you should know that Lenovo Malaysia has released three new laptops for commercial and consumer users in the ThinkPad X1 family. Introducing the ThinkPad X1 Carbon, ThinkPad X1 Yoga and ThinkPad X1 Tablet, these devices are designed for the upcoming millennial generation that will make up more than 50% of the workforce in the Asia Pacific by 2020. With this, check out the official specifications below:

With a light weight of 1.13kg, Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon is still the lightest 14-inch notebook in the world, and ThinkPad Yoga is the only Convertible notebook that supports stylus and 4G+ LTE Advanced in the world. ! At the same time, these two models are also the world's first notebook products that support Dolby Vision HDR and support up to 500nits of brightness!

During the event, Lenovo mentioned that the ThinkPad X1 Tablet supports many new features. In addition to Dolby Vision HDR, it also supports Wake On Voice wake-up function, Rapid Charge fast charge, and high-level Windows Hello (equipped with an infrared camera) + fingerprint recognition. They are also implementing FIDO Safer Online Authentication, for a better simpler security system

ThinkPad X1 Carbon and ThinkPad X1 Yoga will be available at all Lenovo Exclusive Stores across the nation from 14 March 2018, priced at RM7999 and RM8999 respectively. As for the ThinkPad X1 Tablet, we will have to wait for Lenovo's official message for its price tag and availability. Stay tuned for more Lenovo news at TechNave.com.


Three new Xiaomi Redmi 5 phone variants coming soon with a starting price of ~RM543

Once again, popular China forum, Weibo has exposed new leaks about Xiaomi's upcoming smartphone - the Redmi 5 and it's not only how the model looks like but all the tech-specs too. Let's check it out below.

As you can see, the tech-specs gathered from the leak images indicate that there will be two models based on the two processors. And based on the Snapdragon 625 model, it will have both 16GB and 32GB ROM variant. So all in all, three variants will be sold soon with a reasonable price which are:

That's really unbelievably affordable and they should prove popular should they ever arrive in Malaysia, time will tell so stay tuned for that at TechNave.com.


Three new Xiaomi ecosystem products are now in Malaysia priced from RM59

Alongside the latest Redmi 9 phone which is launched today, Xiaomi Malaysia is also introducing three new ecosystem products - the Mi Ionic Hairdryer, Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop and Mi Wi-Fi Range Extender Pro. Why are they launching these? Well, that can only mean that there is a demand for these and comparing with other similar products, Xiaomi's version is usually more affordable. You can get one of these from RM59 only.

The one that is RM59 is the Mi Wi-Fi Range Extender Pro which in our opinion, the best deal among the three ecosystem product. As many people are still working at home, having an affordable WiFi range extender is a much needed tool to share the Internet signal strenght for the family. It features two external antennas and 802.11n WiFi technology, able to provide network speed with up to 300Mbps and can connect up to 16 devices at one go. Sweet.

Together with Redmi 9, our 3 new Mi Ecosystem products also available starting from today! Grab them at your nearest Mi...

As for the other two, you can get the Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop at RM999 which is below the standard price point. As the name implies, this one is a 2-in-1 vacuum and mop function sporting a Visual Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (vSLAM) algorithm to help you clean up your place. There are also four adjustable power modes and a 2500Pa max suction power. Finally, the Mi Ionic Hairdryer is available for RM179.

All the three new Xiaomi ecosystem products will only be available to purchase at every authorized Mi Store across Malaysia. If you're also interested, there is also an on-going Ecosystem Weekly Promotion on Lazada which means the products are on a discount sale right now (while stocks last). You can refer to the promo price below:

For those who are looking for a budget-friendly smartphone, the Redmi 9 is on sale from RM499 and you can visit their online store on Lazada and Shopee right now, or to the nearest Mi Store. Stay tuned for more trending local gadget deal news at TechNave.com.


Three new Xiaomi tablets could make a return this year with up to SD870 chipset and more

While Xiaomi has already proudly presented its latest Mi Mix Fold to the world, rumours have it that the company is planning to release new tablets to the market as well. In fact, we haven't been seeing a Xiaomi tablet for a few years now and three new ones could be on the way.

According to an official Xiaomi fan account on Twitter, all three new tablets are using the same IPS display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It seems that the K81 model (ENUMA) is the more advanced model with a 48MP main camera with three more lenses (ultrawide, macro and depth), whereas the other two are using 12MP. Both the K81 and K81A are listed using a Snapdragon 870 chipset.

All Leaked Xiaomi Tablets in one table.I mentioned the battery capacity in the previous post but it was wrong information, sorry.K81 and K81A is ENUMA and ELISH. Both are tablet. pic.twitter.com/9p0ncEm8pd

There's also a K82 model which is deemed as the lesser variant out of the three. The list there says it could feature a Snapdragon 860 chipset instead. Initially, the account made a post where it mentioned that the same model has a 12400mAh battery but it turned out to be wrong information. Besides that, the three tablets may support NFC, quad speakers, wireless charging, and a dual-cell battery with 120-135W fast charging.

Should Xiaomi launch these tablets, they would probably appear in China first before making their debut around the world. It would be nice to see some Xiaomi tablets once again, so until then, we will just have to wait and see. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Three shops in KK were caught red-handed for selling fake vivo gadgets

Are you wary of buying fake gadgets in shops and online store? You're not the only one. And just recently in Kota Kinabalu, three gadget shops were caught red-handed by a raiding enforcement team of 15 officers from the Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry Sabah for selling many fake electronic gadgets using vivo as its brand cover up. Good job, police officers!

According to Ravichandran A/L Vadivellu, the Enforcement Chief of the operation, he said that a total of 192 units were confiscated. This includes 105 mobile phones, 10 tablets, 10 chargers and 58 power banks that's worth RM25,959.00 altogether. The raid took place at 11AM when the public filed some reports and complaints to the police. Furthermore, the Enforcement Chief also said the fake products were manufactured in China that never went through vivo, with price tags selling at lower prices than usual.

“Upon inspection on the first premises, we confiscated 81 units of mobile phones, nine mobile accessories such as handphone chargers and power banks, believed to be imitation, worth RM14,152. At the second premises, we seized 15 mobile handphones, 46 power banks, one handphone charger and nine tablets worth RM7,506 and at the third premises, nine mobile handphones and 10 tablets worth RM4,301,” he said in a press conference at the KPDNKK Sabah office.

Moreover, he also described how the fake vivo gadgets have cheated the public. For instance, their batteries can be taken out of the phone which should not be happening, a fake dual rear camera was hiding one single main camera, the fingerprint sensor was also a fake and there is no such thing as tablets and power banks made by vivo.

Under Section 8(2)(b) of the Trade Description Act 201, the individuals that were running the gadget shops can be fined up to RM10,000 each or a jail term up to three years. The company can also be fined up to RM15,000 for each item. My, oh my.

So TechNavers, what's the worst counterfeit product you've ever bought? Always do your homework before purchasing a gadget that's too good to be true, and do refer to our website for the most legit local tech news only at TechNave.com.


Thunder Match announced their TMT Game On roadshow with prizes worth up to RM40000, huge discounts, and more.

Earlier today, Thunder Match (now rebranded their stores to TMT) has announced the start of their TMT Game On roadshow which is happening at Mid Valley Megamall, from 18 to 24 March 2019. That’s not all, TMT also will be having month-long discounts on smartphones such as the ROG Phone, as well as the Razer Phone 2, along with peripherals, accessories and the likes from brands such as ASUS ROG, Cooler Master, Acer predator, Logitech, ThermalTake and more.

Those who have spent more than RM500 at any TMT stores across Malaysia, or during the roadshow will be eligible for a chance to win prizes via lucky draw. However, do take note that the lucky draw is only available until 14 April 2019.

In conjunction with the TMT Game On roadshow, there is also an esports tournament for titles such as Playerunknown’s Battlegrounds and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang which is happening at the location with a total prize pool of RM20000 to be won. For more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


ThunderMatch opens new megastore at Pavilion Bukit Jalil, offers deals as low as RM1 until 22 May

Thunder Match Technology Sdn Bhd (TMT) today open its latest megastore located at 4th floor of Pavilion Bukit Jalil. The 5th Megastore and the 49th overall branch across the country, TMT is offering awesome deals through its Grand Opening Star Buy, Grand Opening deals and ongoing on-ground surprise events.

The company is also celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, whereby TMT rose from its humble beginnings as a retail store in Plaza Imbi in 1997 to become Malaysia’s largest technology retailer. For this new TMT Megastore in Pavilion Bukit Jalil, shoppers can get an extensive and wide range of quality technology products and gadgets, as well as maintenance and repair services.

Furthermore, from now until 22 May, shoppers can also get exclusive deals in conjunction with the megastore’s grand opening. These include deals as low as RM1 for selected items with TMT’s Grand Opening Star Buy promo.

The deal starts from 1pm on 20 May and each customer can only purchase one Star Buy item only. Check out the deals available under the Grand Opening Star Buy below:

Besides that, TMT is also offering Grand Opening deals with savings up to RM700 as well as on-ground surprise events that will be ongoing until 22 May. If you want to snatch up any of these deals, do come early tomorrow as when we were there for the opening ceremony today, the queue was already super long even before the store was open.

For more information on the offers available for the TMT Megastore Pavilion Bukit Jalil grand opening, do visit TMT's official website here. Moreover, you can also visit the company's Facebook page here.

So, what do you guys think of this new TMT Megastore in Pavilion Bukit Jalil? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest tech news in Malaysia and beyond!


Apple could launch an iPad mini Pro in 2H 2021

Do you know how sometimes you read conflicting rumours? That's the case for the iPad mini. While a recent rumour suggested that Apple could choose to ditch the form factor for a larger iPhone, another rumour suggests that there will still be one in 2021.

According to Naver blog (via Notebookcheck), Apple is getting ready to launch an iPad mini Pro in the second half of 2021. It will feature an 8.7-inch display, making it notably bigger than the previous iPad mini's 7.9-inch. This model will cover the gap between the iPad mini 6 and iPad Air 4. Since the previous model had an A12 Bionic chipset, this new model would probably use the A13 or a variant of the A14 Bionic.

Interestingly, there was a previous rumour about the iPad mini 6 that had some related details. It's possible that the standard iPad mini 6 would be on the lower end with an 8.4-inch display, while the Pro variant will have an 8.7-inch or larger display. If this is true, the iPad mini 6 series would all come with larger displays than its predecessor.

Of course, this is assuming Apple doesn't ditch the iPad mini series as previously rumoured. Having said that, would you prefer a larger iPad mini or just go for an iPad Air? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Thundermatch, Urban Republic and DirectD joins OPPO with exclusive A9 2020 pre-order gifts and prizes

With just a day left for the OPPO A9 2020 official sales launch, OPPO Malaysia is giving their fans more locations to purchase the smartphone. For RM1199, the pre-order will also be available on Thundermatch, Urban Republic and Direct D.

As each partner will have its own special promotion, the pre-order at Thundermatch has already started as of 25 September 2019 in Mid Valley. Customers who pre-order from there will be getting an exclusive gift pack that includes a selfie stick, OPPO Bluetooth Earphone, Phone Ring Holder, a Screen Protection Warranty worth RM 99, OPPO Exclusive Bag worth RM 159.

Urban Republic's pre-order starts today (26 September) and customers will also get the same screen protection warranty and OPPO bag. Additional gifts consist of a Kingston 64GB Class 10 memory card and a Muvit Universal Car Holder Pack. The promotion is only for one-day.

Finally, DirectD will be giving away an OPPO mini speaker and Olite Cable to the first 100 customers on 27 September 2019 (from 12 AM onwards). Besides that, there will be a lucky draw on the same day at 11 PM. The first prize for the lucky customers will have a 100% cash rebate, followed by a 50% rebate for the 2nd prize, and an OPPO Neo Smartband as the 3rd prize.

That's all the information you need to know about the pre-order deals. Stay tuned for more local tech deals at TechNave.com!


TikTok Global announced, with Oracle and Walmart joining as potential partners

Previously, ByteDance had rejected Microsoft's offer in acquiring the company and we wondered what could happen next. Well, turns out that we got our answer sooner than we thought as it has been confirmed that TikTok is indeed working with Oracle and Walmart as well.

According to Oracle, Walmart and TikTok's official statement, TikTok Global will be a new company formed by the three. TikTok will be the sole owner whereas both Oracle and Walmart will acquire 20% of the new company. This agreement is currently in tentative approval with the US Government, and Oracle will be TikTok's official cloud provider.

It's also worth mentioning that with the creation of TikTok Global, there would be over 25,000 new jobs for the American people so that's pretty great news. With this, it seems that TikTok's trouble with the US Government would be resolved soon but the US Government have yet to approve it. Nonetheless, looks like TikTok Global is in good hands.

If you would like to read the full statement, you can tap on the hyperlinks above to check them out. On the other hand, we have yet to know WeChat's fate from President Trump's executive order. Stay tuned for more trending news at TechNave.com.


TikTok Malaysia launches #InspirasiRamadan and #InspirasiRaya campaign where users can win up to ~RM2199

TikTok Malaysia today announced its festive campaign with hashtags #InspirasiRamadan and #InspirasiRaya in the spirit of self-improvement and spiritual development. The campaign is meant to encourage the community to inspire each other through tips and tricks during the fasting month and document their Raya moments.

In a press release, TikTok Malaysia said that beginning today until 14 April 2023, users can draw inspiration from top creators such as Khairul Aming, Boss James, Ryan Bakery, and Zarul Hafiz as they challenge each other to share the best tips and tricks on several topics. These include food, beauty, health, fitness, art, music and entertainment to navigate the Ramadan period and Raya preparations through the hashtag #InspirasiRamadan.

Moreover, users can also join this movement by challenging the creators by sharing Ramadan hacks that work best for them. To further encourage participation, TikTok will be selecting 30 inspiring winners who shared their videos with the hashtag #InspirasiRamadan to win exclusive TikTok merchandise.

With a curation of community-driven tips, TikTok hopes to bring the community together and create a fun and inspiring atmosphere during this meaningful time. Furthermore, as users embark on their Balik Kampung journey from 15 April to 7 May 2023, TikTok is seeking to digitalise the journey and rally communities from each state to participate in completing simple tasks to unlock their hometowns on the TikTok map.

By posting a video, checking in, sharing a page, following selected TikTok accounts or inviting new users to join the campaign, users can earn points that can be used to light up the state and unlock prize pools, which include Mydin vouchers for the community within the location. The most active and dedicated participants will also be rewarded with a chance to walk away with special prizes at the end of the campaign.

Besides that, as part of TikTok's mission to inspire creativity and bring joy, TikTok is also introducing an Effect House Mission to encourage users to unleash their creativity in designing Ramadan and Raya filters and effects. Users who complete the mission can even stand a chance to win prizes worth USD500 or ~RM2199.

During this festive season, TikTok has also teamed up with talents from Rocketfuel Entertainment to revitalise Raya classics. Catch Ara Johari, Ernie Zakri, and Syamel recreate songs like Suasana Di Hari Raya, Suasana Hari Raya, and Selamat Hari Raya with fresh new arrangements to encourage more young users to dance, sing, and groove to the beat of these iconic Raya tunes like never before.

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


TikTok Malaysia to provide platform for new voters to learn about GE15

Are you eligible to vote during the upcoming Malaysian General Election? As mentioned in a previous article, all Malaysians over 18 years old are now automatically voters. Interestingly, you can find out more about it from - of all platforms - TikTok.

Earlier today, Tiktok Malaysia announced a #BeliaSediaUndi campaign. Its goal is to educate, empower, and prepare voters with important information ahead of the upcoming 15th General Election (GE15). Due to lowered minimum voting age, there are many who would be first-time voters at GE15. This means that we could see a larger turnout at GE15, with sources predicting an estimated 5.8 million or more new voters.

There was also a live discussion earlier this week

With that in mind, TikTok Malaysia has prepared a GE15 Special Guide, an election-related microsite that can be accessed via the search banner. Specifically, you will be able to use search terms like "Belia Sedia Undi", "GE15", "PRU15", "Malaysia Elections" or "General Election". The guide will provide information on who can vote, the date, how to vote, and a countdown to GE15. In addition, there was a live discussion on GE15 hosted by TikTok Malaysia earlier this week.

Have you seen the platform's GE15 guide yet? If you have, what did you think about it? Share your thoughts in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news on the upcoming GE15.


TikTok Now arrives as a new competitor to BeReal

Not long ago, news came saying that Instagram is working on a BeReal clone. However, it seems like TikTok has moved faster by launching its own. TikTok Now is the platform's new feature to let users post a photo or a 10-second video when prompted anywhere anytime.

The rules are the same as BeReal. Users who participate in TikTok Now will receive a notification at a random time every day to snap a picture or a video within a stipulated time using their phone's front and back cameras. The time limit is to ensure the users be as "real" as possible, unlike posting the pictures that we're usually more willing to share on social media.

It's worth mentioning that TikTok Now is still in the experimental stage, and the feature is currently only available within the main TikTok app in the US. The users can find it under a dedicated tab in the bottom navigation bar, next to the Home tab. Meanwhile, for the other markets, the company is looking to launch it as a separate app.

Do you like the idea of popular social media platforms putting their versions of BeReal into the apps? Let us know your opinion by dropping a comment, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest tech report.


TikTok Shop Malaysia to charge sellers a 2% commission fee starting March 2023

TikTok Shop Malaysia has announced that it will be introducing a new marketplace commission fee of 2 per cent to sellers beginning 10am on 1 March 2023. The marketplace platform clarified that the commission fee is subjected to 6 per cent value-added taxes (VAT).

According to the TikTok Shop Academy website, the commission fee is being imposed so that the platform can “continuously provide the TikTok Shop experience” to its sellers and buyers. Furthermore, the commission fee will only be applied to all successfully delivered orders.

As for items returned by buyers, the commission fee will be refunded to the seller. For orders which are returned partially, they will be refunded based on the actual returned item.

Do note that the 2 per cent commission is exclusive of VAT, meaning that charges after VAT is 2.12 per cent and that the commission is calculated from the item price minus any seller promotional charges. As for the platform promotional charges, they will not be deducted from the item price.

Here is how the commission fee is calculated:

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


TikTok Shop appointed Ninja Van as its new delivery partner in Malaysia & other SEA countries

Today, Ninja Van has been officially appointed as TikTok Shop's logistics partner in Malaysia. Through this partnership, online purchases checked out on TikTok Shop in Malaysia will now be picked up from sellers, sorted in hubs, and delivered to shoppers by Ninja Van.

In case you didn't know, the TikTok Shop feature has been going on in the Malaysian market for a while now. With TikTok Shop enabling brands and sellers to sell within the app, merchants' products are recommended to TikTok audiences through in-feed videos, livestreams, and a product showcase tab prominently featured on their TikTok profile pages.

According to Alvin Teo, Chief Partnerships Officer, Ninja Van Group, he said both Ninja Van and TikTok Shop share the mission of helping local SMEs succeed in Southeast Asia. Besides Malaysia, Ninja Van is also working with Indonesia and the Phillippines as a delivery partner for the platform. TikTok Shop also just launched in Thailand, Vietnam and Singapore.

Do you buy anything in TikTok Shop? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


TikTok Shop arrives in Malaysia via new app update

Today, TikTok just announced the arrival of its new Shopping Center feature in Malaysia. Simply labelled as TikTok Shop, it's a new section in the app for users to find more product options and help merchants better manage orders within TikTok Shop.

TikTokers can simply find the shop on the "Shop" tab where they can directly access anything related to shopping activities. Simply update the app then swipe to the right on the top of the screen to view orders, carts, shopping history, chat with sellers, and set addresses and payment methods.

The products in the Shopping Center feature have been divided according to categories, such as beauty, women's clothing, electronics, food, and more. At the top of the page, there is also flash sale information and a countdown timer, so users don't miss out on information about items that are on sale.

Wilson Leong, TikTok Shop Malaysia FMCG category director said that TikTok Shop was also designed to empower communities, creators, and merchants in Malaysia. TikTok hopes this feature can help them grow to be discovered more easily and gain more new customers, leveraging the power of the TikTok community.

That being said, TikTok Shop Bazaar Ramadan begins today and will run until 22 March 2023, followed by the TikTok Shop Bazaar Raya from 23 March to 4 April 2023. During this campaign period, buyers can benefit from rewards and offers from participating stores, as well as opportunities to win duit raya via the #TikTokShopBazaarRamadan and #TikTokShopBazaarRaya hashtag challenge on TikTok Shop.

To learn more about the Shopping Center features with coming campaign promotions in TikTok and TikTok Shop, please visit #TikTokShopShoppingCenter. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


TikTok Shop officially introduced in Malaysia to support local SMEs

Yes, the TikTok Shop is real and it's actually available in the Malaysian market (since early March 2022, according to its FB page). Like any social platform, TikTok Malaysia invites all local businesses including online sellers, buyers, creators and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) under one roof for an online shopping experience. Read on below to see how this works.

According to Darren Quek, Strategy Operations Manager of TikTok Malaysia, he said that more and more Malaysians are shopping online. Compare the third quarter of 2020 and 2021, there is a 17.1% increase and Malaysia recorded a total of RM279 billion of e-commerce income last year. Moreover, TikTok users are 1.7 times to also discover products and 2 out of 3 users would buy something on the platform.

Based on the statistics and research by TikTok Malaysia furthermore, 44% of TikTok users make spontaneous purchases as well. So from a business point of view, it makes sense to develop a TikTok Shop to utilise and encourage online shopping. To begin, business owners can now sign up to become a seller using their TikTok accounts via the TikTok Shop Seller Centre.

On the TikTok Shop, products are recommended to users through in-feed videos, livestreams and a product showcase tab prominently featured on sellers' TikTok profile page. This includes showcasing their creativity to get connected to users as well as managing everything from end-to-end such as uploading products, point of purchase and shipping fulfilment.

To encourage more users to join TikTok Shop, TikTok Malaysia only charges a 1% payment service fee and zero commission fees for its merchants at the moment. Existing customers can enjoy up to six free shipping vouchers a month, and new customers will be rewarded with an additional voucher for choosing to use TikTok Shop. There's also an ongoing Raya Sales campaign for shoppers to enjoy a wide range of deals with free shipping vouchers, discounts up to 99% and discount coupons from TikTok Shop. Participating brands include OPPO Malaysia and HadaLaboMY conducting livestreams.

For more information on campaigns and the benefits of using the platform, interested sellers can visit TikTok Shop Malaysia's newly launched recruitment page. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


TikTok Shop to be launched in Malaysia soon, currently recruiting local talents and business operators

It seems that TikTok is set to launch its e-commerce unit, TikTok Shop in Malaysia soon as the company is already actively recruiting local e-commerce talents and business operators in our country. Integrated seamlessly with the TikTok app, TikTok Shop allows sellers to easily list products up for sale and buyers to purchase them without even leaving the TikTok app.

Part of the platform’s big push into Southeast Asia, TikTok Shop has already been operational in Indonesia since the company performed A/B testing there in February 2021. Furthermore, TikTok Shop is also poised to enter Thailand and Vietnam with both countries potentially having similar launch dates with Malaysia.

The launch of TikTok Shop in Southeast Asia puts it in direct competition with the region’s two e-commerce giants, Shopee and Lazada. As Tencent is behind Shopee and Alibaba behind Lazada, the emergence of TikTok Shop sees three Chinese tech giants competing for market shares in our region's e-commerce sector.

One advantage that TikTok has over the other two is its huge traffic as the platform has 240 million monthly active users in Southeast Asia. Furthermore, TikTok capitalises on that user base by integrating TikTok Shop into the search and live streaming function on the app.

Essentially, sellers can directly sell and promote their products by simply creating a TikTok video or going live on the app. Sellers will also have a special TikTok Shop icon added to their user profiles and a special tab on their public profiles which allows other users to browse through the products on sale by the seller.

TikTok Shop will also introduce several modes of payment, including Cash On Delivery (COD). In Malaysia, the limit for COD is a whopping RM10000 which is kind of crazy!

The platform will also have two shipping methods in our country, which are ‘Ship by TikTok’ or ‘Ship by Seller’. For the former, the shipping will utilise TikTok’s logistic partners and for the latter, it is up to the seller's preference. Furthermore, TikTok Shop is reportedly offering free deliveries for a limited period during its launching.

Speaking of which, no date has been announced just yet for TikTok Shop’s launch. Let's hope that the platform will launch soon as it'll be interesting to see how TikTok Shop performs in our country.

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


Apple could launch an iPhone SE Plus in 2H 2021

Not all Apple products are launched at the same time of the year annually. The iPhone SE may have been released in April last year, but analysts believe that a new model would only come later in 2021. There more news on that now with rumours of an iPhone SE Plus.

According to @aaple_lab (via MSPoweruser), Apple could launch an iPhone SE Plus in the second half of 2021. This device is expected to feature a 6.1-inch IPS display, which makes it significantly larger than the iPhone SE 2020's 4.7-inch. It should also have the same A14 Bionic chipset found on the iPhone 12 series, as well as a 12MP rear camera and 7MP front camera.

iPhone SE Plus- Display: 6.1" (IPS)- Chip: Apple A14 (A13) Bionic- Camera: Main: 12Mp (iSight), Sefie 7Mp (FaceTime HD)- Features: 6 Portrait Light effect / OIS / Smart HDR 3 / IP67 / Color (Black / Red / White?)- Security: TouchID in Home Button - Price: ≈499$ / ≈589€ pic.twitter.com/wQkz19QYoL

In terms of features, the iPhone SE Plus would retain the Home button for TouchID authentication. The source also claimed that it would come with Portrait Light effects, OIS, Smart HDR 3, and IP67 resistance. As for pricing, the phone is expected to retail for USD 499 (~RM2015) and will come in Black, Red, and White colours.

Some of the specs and features are derived from the iPhone SE 2020, so we can't say if this rumour is accurate. Having said that, what kind of changes or improvements would you like to see for the iPhone Se Plus? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates on this phone.


TikTok Shopping tab now available to Shopify users in selected regions

Any platform with a high number of users can be monetised, and that seems to be what many companies intend. In the last few years, we've seen an increasing number of social media sites getting monetise in one way or another. Well, TikTok is next on the list.

TikTok made the announcement yesterday, confirming that TikTok Shopping is a new collaboration project with Shopify. This new pilot test will be conducted in the next few weeks and will be available to selected Shopify merchants from the US, UK, and Canada.

Essentially, TikTok Shopping allows users to add a shopping tab to their profiles. The tab will allow TikTok users to explore the merchant's products, or sending users to the merchant's site to checkout for payment. Besides that, the two companies are making product links available in-app, so merchants can tag them in TikTok posts as well.

So, what does it mean for the average TikTok user? You'll definitely be seeing more ad links on the platform in the future, so brace for it. But what do you think TikTok also becoming a capitalist's haven? Share your thoughts in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


TikTok TV is now officially available in Malaysia

TikTok Malaysia today announced that TikTok TV, its app that was built for a TV home-viewing experience is now officially available in our country. The app can now be downloaded on Google TV and other Android TV OS devices and Samsung Smart TVs.

Furthermore, the app is also coming to LG devices in the coming weeks. In a press release, the popular social media platform said that the TikTok TV app brings a new way to experience the joy and creativity of TikTok together at home.

The app also allows users to easily watch content from their “For You” and “Following” feeds on the big screen. This includes the most liked and viewed videos across a huge range of categories from gaming and comedy to food and animals.

For an even more personalised experience, users can also login to the TikTok TV app with their existing TikTok Account. You can find out more about the app by visiting TikTok’s newsroom here.

So, what do you guys think of the TikTok TV app? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more tech news from Malaysia and on the international scene.