Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel is now available on Android and iOS

Are any fans of card games and Yu-Gi-Oh here? Digital trading card games belong to a small niche these days, but Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel has been notably successful on PC and consoles. But if those aren't your preferred platforms, the game is coming to mobile devices too.

Konami has started to roll out Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel on Android and iOS. Specifically, it's now available for mobile devices in 11 countries, while other countries are expected to get it soon. If you are already playing the game on a PC or console, your existing account can be linked to your mobile device. Cross-platform multiplayer is also supported.

For those who are unfamiliar with the game, Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel has a massive library of over 10k cards. The game is free-to-play and will give you some free card packs to start, but you can also buy in-game currency to purchase additional card packs. There will also be in-game tournaments, which is where the ultra-competitive players can flex their card duel skills.

If you want to know more, check out the official website for details about the game. So, is anyone interested in or are already playing this game? Please share your experiences with the game below! Also, stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Yuna to perform live at the Blue Cube @ Sunway Pyramid on 2 January 2016

Great news for Yuna fans all around Malaysia, book your date on 2 January 2016 because Celcom Axiata Berhad has invited Malaysia’s sensational singer Yuna, to perform live at the Blue Cube @ Sunway Pyramid. She will be performing three of her favourite songs, followed by a special meet and greet session exclusively for 20 selected FiRST by Celcom customers.

This coincides with Celcom’s success of implementing Yonder Music in their latest FiRST Blue and Gold package, which subscribed users are able to enjoy unlimited digital music service starting from 19 November. Yonder Music app is free but only available for Celcom customers on both Android and iOS devices, its specialty is creating a radio-like experience after tracking the user’s choice of songs.

Man Bai (center) posing with BlueCube staff at Blue Cube Suria Mall, Sabah

Meanwhile, there were also an exclusive event held in Blue Cube Suria Mall, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah on 12 December to celebrate the same occasion. Popular composer and singer, Man Bai performed live with fan favourite “Kau IIhamku” then followed by musical artiste Hafiz Hamidun at Blue Cube KB Mall, Kota Bharu, Kelantan on 19 December. Celcom customers were also given an exclusive opportunity to meet and greet them after their live performance.

Hafiz Hamidun (standing) meeting and greeting with fans and Celcom customers at Blue Cube KB Mall

Hafiz Hamidun (left) taking selfies with fans during a meet and greet session at Blue Cube KB Mall

Lastly, there is also a one-day special offer for those who are coming to check out Yuna at Blue Cube @ Sunway Pyramid on 2 January 2016. So mark the day!


ZOOM will offer end-to-end encryption feature to all users including free and basic accounts

Earlier on, Zoom mentioned that the company will be launching the end-to-end encryption to be a premium feature for paying customers only. Yesterday, a blog post from CEO of Zoom Eric Yuan posted Zoom will now offer the end-to-end encryption to all users including non-premium users.

The company’s decision not to add end-to-end encryption to free users was meant to keep the door open for law enforcement cooperation but now it seems that things have gone around. So to cut down the mass creation of abusive accounts, users with free or basic accounts will have to provide information to verify their accounts such as verifying a phone number via a text message to enable Zoom’s E2EE feature.

Zoom plans to release an early beta version of the E2EE feature in July. Once it’s available, the end-to-end encryption will serve as an optional feature. The meeting hosts can toggle end-to-end encryption on or off during the video conference meeting while the account administrators can enable or disable it at the account and group level. The E2EE feature will also limit some meeting functionality such as the ability to include traditional PSTN phone lines or SIP/H.323 hardware conference room systems.

With that said, using Zoom for video conference meetings will be more secure and safe to use on. But let us know what do you think at our Facebook page and stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com!


ZTE Axon 20 5G confirmed to come in a total of 4 colours

Chinese smartphone manufacturers are never shy about leaking news about their products. We already know that ZTE will be launching the Axon 20 5G on 1 September 2020, with more details being revealed every day. Now, ZTE has confirmed that the phone will be available in four different colours.

Other than the black colour that has been revealed before, ZTE's Ni Fei has also revealed that the phone will come in purple, cream, and light-blue colours. From the image, you can also see that the quad-rear camera module with the 64MP main camera. There's no fingerprint sensor at the back and it doesn't seem to be side-mounted either, so ZTE could be using an under-display fingerprint sensor.

It's already confirmed that the ZTE Axon 20 5G will have an under-display camera, so that would mean the phone will be packing two features under the display. Speaking of the display, it's going to be a fairly large 6.92-inch OLED screen. The phone is also expected to have the Snapdragon 765 chipset, up to 8GB of RAM, up to 256GB of internal storage, and a sizable 4120mAh battery.

Considering what we know so far, this phone is probably meant to be a premium mid-range and should be priced around RM1899 or so. Of course, that's just a wild guess. But what do you think of the phone? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for updates.


Apple is having a keynote on 25 March, may announce Airpods 2 and Airpower

Its that time of year again! Apple has announced the date for the Apple Special Event which is on the 25th of March at the Steve Jobs Theatre in Cupertino, California. The event is expected to focus more on Apple’s online services.

One of their online services include a video streaming service which they hope to rival Netflix with content from companies such as HBO. Apple News is also expected to be announced where users can subscribe and gain access to news from different publications such as Wall Street Journal and so on.

What we are looking forward to is actually the announcement of their brand new accessories. While these aren’t confirmed, we predict that the company may announce the Apple Airpods 2 which may come with a wireless charging case, better sound, new colours and a new coating to make it less slippery. Besides that, we may be treated to Apple’s first wireless charger, Airpower, which can apparently charge more than one device at a time.

There are rumours of the iPad Mini 5 being announced as a more “affordable” option for the device range but we may not be seeing that for the time being. What are you expecting to see at the keynote? For the latest Apple news in Malaysia, make sure you keep yours eyes on TechNave.com!


ZTE Axon 20 5G release: Under-display camera with 90Hz refresh rate screen, starts from ~RM1,334

Today marks the day for the arrival of the world's first commercial smartphone with an under-display camera. The ZTE Axon 20 5G has made quite a splash by overcoming the hurdle of making a smartphone with an under-display camera and finally release it. Apart from the under-display camera, let's find out what else that the smartphone is bringing to us alongside the highly-anticipated camera technology!

The problem that most of the smartphone manufacturers are facing when it comes to making the under-display camera is insufficient light reaching the sensor resulting in poor image quality. To solve that, ZTE applied a special film coating on the screen layers to let the 6.92-inch OLED become more transmissive and transparent as reported earlier. The screen also comes with a 90Hz refresh rate, 10bit color output, and a 20.5:9 aspect ratio. There is an embedded fingerprint scanner as well.

Other than that, the 32MP front camera comes with its own light perception sensor which regulates the amount of light needed to bring better picture quality. ZTE has also reworked the pixel arrangement around the camera’s lens so it matches the rest of the display without any noticeable color distortion. There is also a new processing algorithm which helps to optimize image clarity. On the back, there is a quad-camera setup that brings a 64MP main sensor, an 8MP ultrawide lens and two 2MP units for depth and macro shots.

The ZTE Axon 20 5G is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 765G chipset paired with 6/8GB of RAM and 128/256GB of internal storage. There will be a 4,220mAh battery with 30W fast-charging support. The device will be running ZTE’s Mifavor 10.5 with Android 10 out of the box. For the price, the 6/128GB variant will be sold at 2,198 Yuan (~RM1,334), while the 8/128GB and 8/256GB variants will be sold at 2,498 Yuan (~RM1,516) and 2,798 Yuan (~RM1,698) respectively. The device will be available in four colours that are Black, White, Purple and Orange.

It is unsure when will the device be available for the global market, but stay tuned to TechNave.com as we'll update you as soon as we got the news. Let us know what you think about the ZTE Axon 20 5G on our Facebook page.


ZTE Axon 30 Ultra 5G Malaysia Malaysia release: 12GB+256GB model & SD 888, priced at RM3599

Today, we got the surprising news that ZTE Malaysia (still alive, apparently) will be officially launching the ZTE Axon 30 Ultra 5G in Malaysia. It will exclusively be on sale from RM3599 during Shopee's 9.9 Special Sales period with premium gifts that are worth RM499.

From the product page, it seems the Axon 30 Ultra model that we are getting is using 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. The gifts are quite impressive too, offering a powerbank, a headphone set, mini webcam, RM50 voucher by KFC and an 18-month warranty. The pre-order gift is already available starting today and until 9.9 and if you wait until 25 August from 12 AM until 2 AM, the phone will be at a special price of RM3299.

To refresh your memory, the Axon 30 Ultra actually doesn't feature a second-generation under-display camera like the Axon 30. ZTE opted for a 16MP front camera as a punch-hole at the top centre of the 6.67-inch AMOLED display. The display also supports FHD+ resolution and 144Hz refresh rate so that's great for viewing pleasure. For the quad rear camera, it consists of 64MP (main) + 64MP (ultrawide) + 64MP (portrait) + 8MP (periscope) sensor.

In the interior tech specs, the Axon 30 Ultra features the latest Snapdragon 888 chipset and runs on MyOS11 which is based on Android 11 out of the box. The battery pack is 4600mAh supporting Qualcomm Quick Charge 4+ with 65W. While it lacks an under-display camera, at least it has an under-display fingerprint sensor.

So what do you think of the Axon 30 Ultra? Do you think ZTE should have sent in the vanilla Axon 30 first instead? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


ZTE Axon 30 Ultra Aerospace Edition release: world's first 18GB + 1TB smartphone

A couple of days ago, ZTE announced the Axon 30 Ultra Aerospace Edition would be released soon. So today is the day and compared with the Axon 30 Ultra 5G, there isn't much difference in terms of the tech specs and features.

In fact, the only difference between the Aerospace Edition and the ultra variant is the upgraded memory configuration. The reason why this new phone gets a fancy name is that it's the world's first device to come with 18GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. Keep in mind that this is actually using 18GB of RAM without any assistance from a virtual RAM expansion.

It's also worth noting that the box comes with a free pair of ZTE Live Buds Pro Bluetooth wireless earbuds with ANC. An aviation carbon cellulose leather casing can be found in the box as well. Besides the memory configuration, the rest of the specs are the same as the Axon 30 Ultra 5G which you can view below:

It seems to be an exclusive model for China at the price of 6998 Yuan (~RM4643). The ZTE Axon 30 Ultra 5G got launched in the Malaysian market back at the end of August for RM3599. We aren't sure of how well it did due to the lack of marketing but perhaps it was popular with ZTE fans. That's all, folks. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


ZTE Axon 30 Ultra Aerospace Edition to arrive on 25 November with over 20GB of RAM

Soon, we will get to witness a breakthrough in the smartphone industry with ZTE launching the Axon 30 Ultra Aerospace Edition next week. With 18GB of physical RAM, the device still can go up over 20GB of RAM with the virtual RAM by writing some out to its UFS3.1 storage. Therefore, there will be no problem running large apps or even heavy games.

The launch of the Axon 30 Ultra Aerospace Edition is to celebrate the success of China's space agency, which successfully sent an orbiter and lander to Mars (Tianwen-1) and three taikonauts to the Chinese space station (Tiangong). Therefore, most of its other tech specs should be similar to the previous Axon 30 Ultra.

To recap, the Axon 30 Ultra has an impressive camera setup by featuring three 64MP cameras. There's also an 8MP 5x optical zoom periscope sensor included in the quad-camera setup. On the front, it uses the second-generation of Axon's under-display camera. The other tech specs bring a Snapdragon 888 SoC, a 6.67-inch 144Hz display, and a 4,500mAh battery that supports 65W charging.

What do you think about the device? Let us know your opinion by leaving a comment and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


ZTE Axon 50 Ultra release: SD8+ Gen 1 chipset, 2-way satellite communication and more

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra was recently announced in China featuring a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, 6.67-inch OLED FHD+ display with 144Hz refresh rate and offers 64MP (IMX787, OIS) + 50MP (ultra wide) + 50MP (telephoto) triple rear cameras. It also offers 2-way Beidou satellite communication, allowing it to join Apple and Huawei.

Other features and tech specs include a DTS: X Ultra dual stereo speakers and a 5000 mAh battery with 80W fast charging. There doesn’t appear to be any release dates or pricing details, much less Malaysia release dates or pricing details though. Given all the other recently released flagships, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra’s features are somewhat midrange, so we expect it to be around RM2000 or below.

What do you think? If it does come to Malaysia, how much would you want to buy it for, especially since you wouldn’t use the satellite communication feature? Share your thoughts in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com


ZTE Axon 7 Max is official now, with a new kind of 3D display and dual cameras

The ZTE Axon 7 is already being sold in Malaysia, and we hope that ZTE will be bringing in this new model to the market soon. The ZTE Axon 7 Max does not share much design with its older brother, but it brings to the table a couple of new and innovative features in a phone that is half the price of most flagships.

Specs wise, the Axon 7 Max is no screamer. It has a 6-inch 1080p panel, 2.0 GHz octa-core Snapdragon 625 chipset, 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB of storage plus a microSD card, and a 4100 mAh battery. Big screen and big battery combo should sell well here.

The smartphone also boasts a dual rear camera setup with two 13 MP units (one for depth of field) that take advantage of a laser autofocusing system. That's not the only arrow in its multimedia quiver, though, as it also has a dedicated AK4962 hi-res audio chip, and a "Naked 3D" display layer that lets you watch 3D content without special glasses.

If you are interested with this phone, it will be selling at USD 440, or about RM 1848 ringgit. Stay tuned to TechNave for more information on the ZTE Axon 7 Max.


ZTE Axon 7 Mini officially announced – smaller size and performance, same audio performance

We just saw the ZTE Axon 7 launched in Malaysia, which you can read all about it right here. At the same time of the launch, ZTE also announced the smaller sibling of the flagship – the Axon 7 Mini – at IFA 2016.

At a glance, the Axon 7 Mini looks like they took a shrinking ray to the Axon 7, and fired on it. You get a 5.2 inch screen display with a Full HD resolution, the Snapdragon 617, 3GB of RAM, 32GB of storage, dual SIM, a 16-megapixel camera at the back with an 8-megapixel camera for selfies, and a 2705mAh battery paired with Qualcomm’s Quickcharge 2.0. It runs ZTE’s skin with Android 6.0.1 out of the box.

No news if the Axon 7 Mini will be available in Malaysia, but in the markets it will be, the recommended retail price is about 299 Euros (~RM 1368). Do you want this model to be in Malaysia? Stay tuned to TechNave for possible news soon.


ZTE Blade A51 Malaysia release: Quad-core CPU, dual-camera, and 3200mAh battery for RM419

In the last few years, ZTE hasn't been very prominent in Malaysia. We're spoiled for choice these days, and ZTE hasn't been standing out compared to other Chinese brands. However, the company has been reaching out again and announced the new ZTE Blade A51.

ZTE Malaysia confirmed that a new ZTE Blade A51 is now available in Malaysia. In fact, the company has already started selling it on Shopee. This entry-level smartphone has a quad-core CPU, 2GB of RAM, 64GB of internal storage. There should also be a variant with 4GB of RAM, though that doesn't seem to be available here. The chipset used is the Spreadtrum UniSoC SC9863A, which is a low-end chip for budget-friendly phones.

Besides the basic specs, the ZTE Blade A51 also has a 3200mAh battery, 6.52-inch HD+ screen, and NFC connectivity. In terms of cameras, there's a dual-camera (13MP+2MP) setup at the back and a 5MP front camera. The phone will operate on Android R Go, so don't expect to do stuff like play games on it.

ZTE Malaysia is retailing the ZTE Blade A51 here for RM419. This could be great for those with older family members who never got used to smartphones. But would you be interested in a phone like this? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


ZTE Blade A52 & Blade A72 Malaysia release: entry-level devices, starting price from RM399

Today, ZTE Malaysia just launched a brand-new ZTE Blade A52 and Blade A72 in the Malaysian market. These two phones are entry-level devices that are priced at RM399 and RM499 respectively, which can be purchased at the company's Shopee and Lazada Official Stores.

Starting with the ZTE Blade A52, it features a 6.52-inch IPS display and a typical large 5000mAh battery pack. Since it's an entry-level device, it's only powered by an octa-core Unisoc chipset, 2GB of RAM and 64GB of ROM. It's also only running on Android 11 out of the box but good thing is that the phone has NFC that allows you to use the new TnG NFC card. There is also a 13MP + 2MP + 2MP triple rear camera.

On the other hand, the ZTE Blade A72 sports the same octa-core Unisoc chipset, 3GB of RAM and 64GB of UFS 2.2 storage. It also has a 2GB virtual RAM and its 6.7-inch HD+ display supports a 90Hz refresh rate, coupled with a 22.5W fast charging technology for the 6000mAh battery pack. Finally, the front camera is 5MP and the triple rear camera consists of a 13MP (main) + 4cm macro camera + depth lens.

That's all, folks. If these are the kinds of phones you're looking for, you can now visit ZTE Malaysia's online store on Lazada and Shopee. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


ZTE Blade A71 Malaysia pre-order: entry-level phone for RM499

If you're looking for a super-cheap phone, look no further than the ZTE Blade A71. It is just priced at RM499 and the pre-order is now live. Set for the 13th until 17th of October 2021, the first 100 customers to pre-order the phone will be able to grab a free Bluetooth speaker on Lazada and Shopee each.

For the tech specs, this is an entry-level smartphone so don't expect it to have high performance. If anything, the Blade A71 can do the minimum social daily task just fine. It features an octa-core Spreadtrum Unisoc SC9863A chipset, 3GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. Furthermore, it has a 6.52-inch Fullview display in HD+ resolution and a 90.5% screen-to-body ratio.

Moving on, there is a triple rear camera that consists of a 16MP (main) + 8MP (ultrawide) + 2MP (depth) sensor. The front camera is a respectable 8MP and apart from that, you can also find a 4000mAh battery pack inside. NFC and VoLTE connectivity is available on the Blade A71 as well.

Just so you know, the Blade A71 will be on a pre-order discount of RM459 during the period. However, only the first 50 customers on Lazada and Shopee each can secure this discount promotion. That's pretty much it, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple is hosting a Shot on iPhone Macro Challenge and here's how everyone can join

Every smartphone brand has an Instagram page where they show off the latest smartphone's photo quality online. In Apple's case, the company usually posts photos that are #ShotOniPhone by users instead of themselves. So to further promote iPhone users' photography skills, Apple is organising a macro photography Shot on iPhone Challenge.

The challenge has already begun and it will end on 16 February 2022. All you have to do is use either an iPhone 13 or iPhone 13 Pro Max to do a macro photo shot and post it on your Instagram, Twitter and Weibo account. Don't also forget to put the hashtags #ShotoniPhone and #iPhonemacrochallenge, the iPhone model that you used and tag @apple too. As for Weibo users, please use the hashtag #ShotoniPhone# and #iPhonemacrochallenge# or the localised #iPhone微距摄影挑战#.

You may submit your images in their highest resolution via email to [email protected], using the file format ‘firstname_lastname_macro_iPhonemodel.’ Subject line must be: ‘Shot on iPhone Macro Challenge Submission.’ Photos can be straight from the camera, edited through Apple’s editing tools in the Photos app, or edited with third-party software.

According to Apple, a panel of expert judges from the industry and Apple will review worldwide submissions and select 10 winning photos. The lucky winners will be announced in April and the winning photos will be celebrated in a gallery on Apple Newsroom, apple.com/sg, Apple Instagram (@apple), and other official Apple accounts. They may also appear in digital campaigns, Apple Store locations, billboards, or in a public photo exhibition.

Lastly, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate, and this challenge is not open to Apple employees or their immediate families. So do you think you have what it takes to win? You can show us your macro photo in the comments and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


ZTE Blade A72 5G & A52 Lite Malaysia release: Special pre-order price from RM389

ZTE has launched two new smartphones within its popular ZTE Blade series in Malaysia, the ZTE Blade A72 5G and ZTE Blade A52 Lite. As for the Blade A72 5G, it’s the successor to the Blade A72 but with 5G support as well as NFC.

The Blade A72 5G sports a 6.52-inch 90Hz LCD display with a resolution of HD+. Under the hood, ZTE utilises 4GB + 2GB dynamic RAM technology and 128GB of internal storage. It is offered in either Grey or Blue colour variants.

In terms of cameras, the Blade A72 5G has a 13MP main + 4cm macro + 2MP depth triple-camera setup. The cameras are also AI-assisted to cover a range of focal lengths and the best settings for most lighting conditions.

Meanwhile, the Blade A52 Lite sports a 6.52-inch 60Hz LCD display with a resolution of HD+. Under the hood, there’s a 1.6GHz octa-core processor paired with 2GB of RAM and either 32 or 64GB of internal storage.

The device also packs a 4000mAh battery and comes in either Coral Green or Metallic Gray colour options. Its 13MP main camera is not as versatile as the Blade A72 5G but it still retains the AI system for better photography performance.

In terms of pricing, the Blade A72 5G retails at RM849 but from now until 28 August 2022, you can get the device at a special pre-order price of RM799 via Shopee or Lazada.

Meanwhile, the Blade A52 Lite is priced at RM389 for the 2/32GB variant and RM409 for the 2/64GB configuration. You can purchase it at either Shopee or Lazada too.

So, what do you guys think of the new ZTE Blade smartphones? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


ZTE Blade V40 Design Malaysia release: 6.6-inch FHD+ LCD and 50MP triple camera at RM649

ZTE Malaysia today announced the release of the ZTE Blade V40 Design, its latest offering in the affordable smartphone segment. Featuring a 6.6-inch IPS LCD with an FHD+ resolution, read on to find out the full specs and features of the device.

Under the hood, the Blade V40 Design features an octa-core Unisoc Tiger T616 SoC paired with 6GB of RAM. There’s also a feature to virtually expand the RAM by up to 5GB by utilising its 128GB storage.

As for imaging, the smartphone sports a 50MP main + 2MP macro + 2MP depth triple-camera setup at its rear. Meanwhile, the front features an 8MP selfie camera housed inside the display’s water drop-style notch.

Powering the device is a 4500mAh battery with support for 22.5W charging. Other notable specs include a thickness of 7.98mm, NFC, USB-C, a 3.5mm audio jack, Android 12 via MyOS 12, a microSD card slot and colour options of Starry Back and Sky Blue.

In Malaysia, the Blade V40 Design is available for pre-order starting from 25 February until 3 March 2023 at RM649. Moreover, customers who pre-order the ZTE Blade V40 Design will receive free gifts (while stocks last) worth up to RM100: ZTE Moveable Table Lamp, ZTE 3 in 1 USB Cable, TPU Casing & Tempered Glass.

For more information on the ZTE V40 Design Smartphone and other products in the ZTE V40 lineup, do visit ZTE Malaysia’s official Shopee and Lazada online stores. As always, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave for more tech news and releases such as this!


ZTE Blade V40 Vita Malaysia release: 6.75-inch 90Hz display and 6000mAh battery at RM599

ZTE today released the ZTE Blade V40 Vita in Malaysia, the latest smartphone in its Blade Series. Aiming to deliver one of the best bang-for-buck devices in the affordable smartphone market, the Blade V40 Vita is priced at just RM599 in our country.

The device features a 6.75-inch display with a HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. Furthermore, the screen also has a 20:9 aspect ratio and comes in a waterdrop design in order to house the front-facing camera.

Besides that, the Blade V40 Vita also has a massive 6000mAh battery which supports up to 22.5W fast charging. Under the hood, the device is powered by an Octa-Core UNISOC T606 chipset with 4GB of RAM. There is also support for up to 2GB virtual RAM extension with ZTE’s Fusion RAM feature.

Camera-wise, the Blade V40 Vita sports a 48MP main + 2MP macro + 2MP depth of field triple-camera setup at its rear. Meanwhile at its front, there is an 8MP selfie camera located at the waterdrop cutout of the display.

Other notable specs include Android 11, 128GB of UFS 2.2 Flash Memory, Dual-Sim support, Bluetooth 5.0, USB Type-C and a microSD card slot. The Blade V40 Vita also comes in 2 colour options, Zeus Black and Pine Green.

The device only has one variant (4/128GB) and the retail price is just RM599. It will be available for pre-order starting from mid-June 2022 exclusively through Shopee here.  Moreover, those that purchase through the pre-order will also be getting a ZTE Bluetooth Speaker for free.


ZTE Blade V40 Vita Review – A budget phone with an attractive design

ZTE Malaysia launched the entry-level ZTE Blade V40 Vita in May, offering a device with simple specs and some nice features. It could be an attractive option if you want a cheap phone for daily usage.

Priced at RM599, this phone faces a lot of competition in the market from other entry-level brands, so is it good enough to stand out? Read on to find out.

For a phone that retails at RM599, the ZTE Blade V40 Vita has a unique design, which is probably the main attraction of this device. It has a ribbed texture that you can feel on your fingers and a light ray striped pattern that 'shines' from the camera module. In addition, the back is made of plastic and has a matte surface that won't leave fingerprints.

There is some texture to the back cover, making it nice to grip

The side-mounted fingerprint scanner power button

Single speaker, USB-C port, and 3.5mm audio jack

The frame is also made from plastic and has a nice curve for a better grip. A quick look on the right reveals the fingerprint scanner, which also doubles as the power button. The volume buttons can also be found here. As for the other side, you'll see the dual SIM tray and microSD memory card tray.

Next is the bottom, which has the 3.5mm audio jack, USB-C port, and a single speaker. Overall, the V40 Vita has a well-rounded body and design for an entry-level phone.

Here are the full specifications for the ZTE Blade V40 Vita:

The most notable spec here is the display. It's a relatively large screen at 6.75-inch, which makes videos and games more enjoyable. On top of that, it has a 90Hz refresh rate that makes your browsing and scrolling look smoother. Honestly, it's a pretty good display considering it's an entry-level phone.

Its drawback is that it only has HD+ resolution (1600x720). And for a screen of this size, you can easily see the pixelation on the screen. Moreover, although the IPS LCD panel can still produce satisfactory colours, it's nowhere near as good as an OLED panel. Also, its relatively low brightness makes it difficult to see under bright sunlight.

Summary of specs, virtual RAM features, and refresh rate settings

The audio quality was average at best. It wasn't that bad, but nothing impressive either. While watching videos, the audio from the single speaker was satisfactory. But it lacks volume, so we'd recommend using earphones or headphones.

Other than that, the V40 Vita has fairly standard specs for a phone at this price. This includes 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The battery is relatively large at 6000mAh, which can easily last a day and more. It also supports a 22.5W charging rate with the charger in the box.

An unfortunate issue with this phone is that it uses Android 11, which is outdated for a 2022 phone. Mind you, it's not a problem if you're using it for simple tasks like web browsing. But the older OS means you miss out on Android 12 features, and there might be a few apps that don't work.

Fortunately, you're sure to get an update to Android 12 with this phone, as ZTE has promised two years of updates. However, when we tested the device, this phone was still on Android 11. Specifically, it uses the MyOS 11 UI that is very similar to the stock Android. What's good about this is that there's barely any bloatware, so it's cleaner and easier to use.

As for the camera setup, it lacks the ultra-wide camera you'd find on most phones. In other words, you can't snap wide-angle photos. Apart from that, you still get standard functions like portrait mode, night mode, pro mode, macro mode, and more. In terms of video recording, you can only record videos at 1080p resolution. Well, that's more or less something you'd expect for an entry-level phone.

As you might expect, it doesn't score high in benchmarks. But that doesn't mean that the phone was terrible. It works well for general use, such as watching videos, browsing websites or social media, typing notes, messaging, and more. That's more than enough for most people who buy this type of phone.

In addition, it can simultaneously handle several applications well enough, so you can quickly switch between the opened apps. It's nothing special, but at least you won't have problems with multitasking.

The ZTE Blade V40 Vita can also run some heavier apps like mobile games if they're on low graphics settings. While testing, it ran Asphalt 9, COD Mobile, and PUBG Mobile well enough. All three games can be played comfortably, albeit with the graphics and frame rates set to the minimum. On the bright side, the back of the phone won't get too hot while playing games.

Next, let's talk about the security features. The fingerprint scanner on the side works fast, even with a wet thumb. You can also unlock the screen with face scanning. It even works quite well, provided you're under a bright light.

Based on regular daily use - 100% to 2% within 12 hours 16 minutes

Charging from 1% to 99% took 2 hours and 12 minutes

As for the battery life, the Vita V40 can last a day comfortably. If used conservatively, it can even last up to two days. However, the charging is somewhat slow as it takes over two hours to fully charge this battery from 0%.

Moving on to photography performance, the quality of the produced images is not very consistent. Even in a bright environment, you might not get good pictures. Instead, you sometimes get overexposed shots. It's worse in low-light situations, where you get noisy stills even with the Night Pro mode.

Some photos we took using the main camera

Video recording is almost the same. The video quality isn't impressive, especially since there's no image stabilisation. Overall, we'd say that the Vita V40's camera is fine for general use, like taking simple photos or scanning QR codes. But if you want pretty pictures that are perfect for uploading to social media, this isn't the phone for you.

The ZTE Blade V40 Vita has all the functions you'd want in a basic smartphone. But unlike most entry-level phones, it has a striking design and a relatively large screen. So if you prioritise design, the V40 Vita could be the right entry-level smartphone for you.

Alternatively, if you're willing to pay a slightly higher price, you can get a smartphone with a Full HD+ screen and an ultra-wide camera. These alternatives include the Redmi 10 (RM649), realme Narzo 50A Prime (RM679), and POCO M3 Pro 5G (RM699).

So, what do you think about the review? Is this a phone you'd be interested in? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more reviews like this.


ZTE Blade V8 Pro debut in U.S.A. with dual rear camera for affordable price

Just yesterday, we speculated that the ZTE Blade V8 Pro could make its way to CES 2017, and it turned out to be true as the Blade V8 Pro was released in the U.S.A. making it the first ZTE smartphone to appear in the country. Below are the official tech-specs:

We aren't sure if the device will make its way to Malaysia shores, but it's available to pre-order now for $229 (around RM1028) in various online retailers, such as Amazon, B&H, Newegg and ZTE's webstore (U.S.A).

Stay tuned for more ZTE news at Technave.com.


ZTE Blade V8 hands-on video

The ZTE Blade V8 has arrived in Malaysia and for a mid-range device, the virtual reality, bokeh mode, and 3D shooting mode are quite impressive, thanks to the 5.2-inch FHD display in 1080p resolution. There's also a dual 13MP + 2MP camera on the back that leverage on the depth of field and can create 3D effects nicely through the use of VR mode. Anyway, check out our hands-on video on the RM999 device below.

For the full specifications, visit this link here.


ZTE Blade V8 is now official for RM999 with dual rear cameras for VR and 3D Image Shooting

Today, ZTE Malaysia has launched the Blade V8 into Malaysia for an amazing price of RM999. For such an affordable phone like this, it packs a pair of cameras behind equipped for virtual reality and 3D shooting. Below is the official specifications:

Front view with the 13MP front camera (right), moonlight flash (left) and the fingerprint sensor at the home button

Dual speaker grill, it's using microUSB 2.0

It's measured 7.7mm thick, volume rockers and power button on the right, SIM card tray on the left

Back view with the unique dual rear camera lens position

Unlike most dual rear camera phones, the secondary camera on the Blade V8 is just 2MP which just focus on the depth of field effect, able to create a SLR-like images with surreal bokeh photos and a special 3D shooting which is not seen often. Additionally, the refocus mode allows users to select any parts in the image to be the focus area.

The Blade V8 is already available in all ZTE stores nationwide now, those who has ordered online who get an additional flip case and warranty duration is one year for every purchaser.


ZTE China reveals Axon 10s Pro on its official website

We don't really hear from ZTE in Malaysia these days, with the company keeping a low profile here. But the brand still sells its smartphones locally and keen eyes have spotted a new device on the official ZTE site (in Chinese) recently, one that's likely the company's flagship for 2020 - the ZTE Axon 10s Pro.

Late last year, Qualcomm announced the new Snapdragon 765G and 865 chipsets. At the time, it was also confirmed that ZTE would have a new device featuring one of the chipsets. Well, now it's confirmed that the Axon 10s Pro will be powered by the Snapdragon 865. Going through the tech specs reveals that this smartphone also comes with up to 12GB of RAM, up to 256GB of internal storage, a 6.47-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, and a triple-camera (48MP+20MP+8MP) setup at the back.

In terms of key features, this device will support non-standalone (NSA) and standalone (SA) 5G networks. It also has a Z-Booster AI engine to optimise the device for your personal use, stereo speakers with DTS:X Ultra support, and an in-screen fingerprint scanner. Another thing to note is that it runs on Android 9 instead of the newer Android 10.

Since MWC 2020 is just around the corner, we're most likely going to see this device officially unveiled in Barcelona. Nevertheless, it's nice to some official info in advanced rather than unconfirmed rumours. Having said that, would you be interested in getting this device in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for further updates.


ZTE Geek officially announced, world's first NVIDIA Tegra 4 smartphone

After a rather botched unveiling, the ZTE Geek finally gets an official announcement as it marks the first smartphone to use an NVIDIA Tegra 4 processor. Officially released at the Beijing International Telecommunication Exhibition, the ZTE Geek (or ZTE U988S) is a 5-inch smartphone with what looks to be a rounded polycarbonate backplate kind of like a Nokia Lumia or the recent Apple iPhone 5C. Other tech specs and features for the ZTE Geek include:

So far, the ZTE Geek can only use 3G on China Mobile's network which means that a version with more bands could appear soon. For now, it is priced at 1888 Yuan which could give us a Malaysia priced ZTE Geek at just RM992, which is quite impressive for those tech specs. No exact Malaysia release dates just yet but stay tuned as it may get sold by local third-party sellers anytime now.


ZTE Grand Memo 2 announced at MWC 2014

As smartphone display sizes continue to grow, more large smartphones continue to pop up. The ZTE Grand Memo 2 is one such large-sized display smartphone with a phablet sized 6-inch display. Other tech specs and features are upper midrange but what is notable is that it will come with Android 4.4 KitKat and ZTE's own MiFavour 2.3 UI. Expected to launch sometime in April for china, we should be able to expect the Grand Memo 2 in Malaysia sometime afterwards. For now, check out the tech specs of the ZTE Grand Memo 2 below:

Unfortunately, there still isn't any specific Malaysia pricing just yet but we'll keep you posted as soon as more information becomes available.


Apple is launching a new Music Classical app in late March

What is Apple Music Classical and can you get it in the Apple Music app? Well actually, Apple Music Classical is an upcoming app itself and here's what you need to know.

According to Apple, Apple Music Classical is a brand-new standalone app designed specifically for classical music. Classical music fans can easily find any recording in the world’s largest classical music catalogue with a fully optimised search, and listeners can enjoy the highest audio quality available, and experience many classical favourites in a whole new way with immersive spatial audio.

With hundreds of curated playlists, thousands of exclusive albums, insightful composer biographies, deep-dive guides for many key works, intuitive browsing features and much more, the app is set to launch later this month for free of charge. Apple Music subscribers can also download the app as part of their existing subscription at no additional cost.

If classical music is your cup of tea, you can go over to the Apple App Store here and make a pre-order before the official launch. Once the pre-order is complete, Apple Music Classical will automatically download at launch to enable immediate listening for users who have Auto Update turned on in their settings.


ZTE Grand S EXT coming with metal+plastic molded unibody

The first renders of the ZTE Grand S EXT have appeared on a design directory featuring a shiny metal backside. While the listing does mention a metal unibody, the renders reveal that it isn't completely metal as the metal backplate seems fused with a plastic layer. This is apparently achieved through a Nano Molding Technology which allows plastic and metal to be fused together while producing a tough unibody chassis. It also makes the Grand S EXT look more premium while cutting down on production costs compared to a fully metal unibody chassis. Other tech specs include the ability to charge wirelessly through a wireless charging dock but there aren't any other details like Malaysia release dates, pricing or other tech specs and features.


ZTE Grand S3 unlocks with eyeprint recognition

The ZTE Grand series has been quite popular in the domestic market for its value for money factor. The company recently updated the lineup with the new ZTE Grand S3 flagship. The device comes with a very unique security feature which allows users to unlock the device using their eyeprints. The company has partnered up with EyeVerify to develop this system wherein the phone's sensors can identify the pattern of veins of both the eyes of the user. At present, Eyeprint recognition can be used to unlock the device, but ZTE claims that in the near future, it could also be used to make secure payments. The ZTE Grand S3 is well built and has even won the IF Design Award for its minimalistic design. As for the tech specs, the phone will be powered by the Snapdragon 801 processor clocked at 2.5GHz and 3GB RAM. There will be 16GB of expandable storage on the device. The 5.5-inch display will sport a resolution of 1920 x 1080p. At the back there will be a 16MP sensor and up front, there is an 8MP Selfie camera. The phone will feature a 3100 mAh battery and will run on Android 4.4 KitKat OS. The ZTE Grand S3 is currently available in China for around $478 (RM1733). No Malaysia release dates or pricing details have been revealed.


ZTE Nubia Z7, Nubia Z7 Max and Nubia Z7 Mini officially announced

The ZTE Nubia Z7 range consists of the Nubia Z7, Nubia Z7 Max and Nubia Z7 Mini

ZTE recently announced their new ZTE Nubia Z7 range of smartphones which includes the Nubia Z7, the Nubia Z7 Max and Nubia Z7 Mini. The most notable feature is that the Nubia Z7 packs in a 5.5-inch display with 2K resolution or 1440 x 2560 pixel resolution while the Nubia Z7 Max packs in the same sized 5.5-inch screen but with just full HD 1080p pixel resolution. The Nubia Z7 Max is also larger than the Nubia Z7 and priced more affordably as well. Check out the full list of tech specs for the ZTE Nubia Z7, Nubia Z7 Max and Nubia Z7 Mini below:

The ZTE Nubia Z7 has a 5.5-inch 2K display

The ZTE Nubia Z7 Max is slightly larger with a 5.5-inch full HD 1080p display

The ZTE Nubia Z7 Mini offers a smaller 5-inch display but the same high-end tech specs and features

No news yet on any Malaysia release dates but if the ZTE Nubia Z7 range does come here with the same pricing we expect the midrange market to stir up even more than it already is. [Source]


ZTE Q7 passes through TENAA, looks like Apple iPhone 6 Plus

TENAA is a great place to find upcoming smartphones and the ZTE Q7 mid-range phablet has been seen on this Chinese certification agency's website. From the design shown on the website it looks like the Q7 has taken inspiration from the Apple iPhone 6 Plus. This 5.5inch phablet features a 1.5GHz Mediatek octa-core CPU with 2GB RAM onboard and 16GB ROM. You can further expand this built-in storage via MicroSD expansion slot. Unfortunately, the 5.5inch screen will come with only a 720p resolution which translates into a pixel density of just 267PPI. On the back, there's an 8MP rear camera with dual LED flash. It will run Android 4.4 Kitkat out of the box. The TENAA website reveals that the phone measures 157×78×7.9mm which is around the same size as the iPhone 6 Plus. However, at 7.1mm, the iPhone is much thinner than the Q7. Also, this ZTE model weighs just 160 grams making it much lighter than the iPhone 6 Plus. Unfortunately, ZTE has not yet announced any official details about the device like its pricing and availability, but we don't expect the company to launch the device out of China anytime soon.


ZTE Star 2 officially announced with Snapdragon 801 and voice control features

ZTE has finally made the rumored ZTE Star 2 official. The device features top-notch tech specs along with a system-wide voice control setup that allows the user to operate the device hands-free. Things like making calls, opening up an application or even unlocking the device is made possible with this voice control feature. CNET reports that the system was essentially built for understanding Chinese, but ZTE claims that the device understands English as well. In the official PR released, the company notes that the ZTE Star 2 incorporates over 1000 patents which include 158 patents related to this voice control feature. It further adds that ZTE's voice system has a response rate of just 1.2 seconds and recognizes commands successfully 90% of the time. As for the tech specs, the phone features a 2.3GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor, 2GB RAM and 16GB inbuilt storage with MicroSD card support. On the front, there is a 5-inch 1080p display with Gorilla Glass 3 protection. The 13MP rear camera has a Sony sensor while the front camera is 5MP. The phone runs on Android 4.4 KitKat OS and comes with a 2300 mAh capacity battery. The ZTE Star 2 smartphone is currently available in China for $402 (RM1400). We expect Malaysia release dates and pricing after CES 2015.


ZTE V870 smartphone released with Snapdragon 435, 16MP camera and more for 2699 Yuan

So, in the midst of Apple WWDC 17 conference, Chinese smartphone manufacturer ZTE has released a new mid-ranger phone called the ZTE V870. The news first showed up in a Russian website for some reason, even though the price tag is 2699 Yuan which is around RM1690.

Anyway, the mid-range smartphone features 5.5-inch IPS display in Full HD, backed up by a Snapdragon 435, octa-core CPU clocking in at 1.4GHz, while the memory is a respectable 4GB + 64GB (expandable memory is available). For the camera, the main one is carrying 16MP while the front is 8MP. The battery juice is 3000mAh and has a fingerprint sensor.

Doesn’t seem too bad for a mid-range device, although it does seem a bit pricey considering the direct conversion rate. Will this come to Malaysia? Who knows, stay tuned for more ZTE news at TechNave.com.


ZTE and Celcom team up to donate RM60k worth of smartphones and fixed wireless access devices

Not everyone can afford some of the technology that we enjoy today. Despite entry-level smartphones and some broadband packages being relatively cheap, there are still people who can't put out the money for it. That could be a big reason why ZTE and Celcom teamed up to distribute them.

Specifically, ZTE Malaysia and Celcom partnered up to distribute RM60000 worth of smartphones and fixed wireless access (FWA) devices. The smartphones were donated under the MyBaikHati Program and FWA devices were provided to selected schools and longhouse communities. By using these devices, more children would get access to online learning resources.

Online learning makes it possible for school kids to study remotely. But stable broadband connectivity is important, which is where the FWA devices would help. They help boost Internet connectivity for rural communities, ensuring that these students can also access online learning platforms.

Is your kid taking lessons online too? Which device and broadband are you using to provide them access to their education? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


ZTE announced that they will be the first to reveal the world's first under-screen camera phone

An under-screen front camera concept has been in the works since last year by OPPO and a few brands such as Samsung, vivo, Xiaomi, and Visionox are reportedly working on it too. Despite that, ZTE just made a surprise announcement that they will be the world's first smartphone brand to release an actual under-screen camera phone soon.

On Weibo and Twitter post by @UniverseIce, the phone is called the ZTE A20 5G. The poster you see there is a reference to a Chinese God named "Erlang Shen" who has the third-eye on his forehead, which was a rather clever pun in Mandarin. This is also the first time we heard about the ZTE A20 5G phone, so we decided to do some digging on the tech specs but unfortunately, there isn't much information online.

ZTE announced that it will release the world's first under-screen camera smartphone ZTE A20 5G pic.twitter.com/J42fxw6tUr

That said, there are some reports about the display being provided by Visionox so the phone will be mass-produced. It is said that the screen panel has "no bangs and no digging holes", and there's no need to lifting the structure as well. The ZTE A20 5G is reported to be released at the end of August or early September.

There's still some time to go until the release and we are certainly looking forward to the ZTE A20 5G. Until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


ZTE announces that device with second-gen under-screen camera is in the works

When we talk about the under-screen camera, we must not forget that ZTE is the first smartphone maker to bring the technology into the market with the Axon 20. After making such a brave move, the company is reportedly working on the next-gen under-screen camera.

According to the President of ZTE's business department Ni Fei, a new smartphone with a second-gen under-screen camera could not wait to meet everyone. Other than revealing the news, the president also mentioned that he has noticed many other smartphone manufacturers would be launching their own devices with the technology this year. As the first brand to make an under-screen camera commercially available, he welcomes the others to join the family.

For now, it is still unsure if the next-gen technology will be featured on the ZTE Axon 30 series or the Nubia Z30 series. However, both have rumoured to come with a Snapdragon 888 chipset. Besides ZTE, smartphone brands like Samsung and Xiaomi are expected to launch their first devices with an under-screen camera as well. Therefore, we can't wait to see how ZTE's upcoming device can compete with the mentioned brands'.

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


ZTE could be the first manufacturer to release a smartphone with under-display selfie camera

Based on a statement by androidheadlines, it seems that ZTE could be the first smartphone manufacturer to unveil a smartphone to come equipped with an under-display selfie camera. While not much is known in regards to the exact release date of the smartphone, our source did mention that the device was spotted on TENAA with the codename ZTE A2121.

Other than that, the aforementioned smartphone is expected to come equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G chipset, up to 12GB RAM, up to 256GB ROM, 6.92-inch FHD+ OLED display and a 4120mAh internal battery. Camera-wise, it will most likely have a 64MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP and a 32MP front-facing selfie camera.

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

Would you be interested in getting a ZTE smartphone equipped with an under-display selfie camera? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Previously, we have written articles about what makes the  Samsung Galaxy Note 9 an ideal device for businessmen and women, then our editor also tried using it as his only computer for a week which turned out quite well. This time, in this column, we will take a look at 5 reasons why the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is the ultimate entertainment device.

So to start off, the first thing that the phablet deserves praise for is its 6.4-inch display. Sure, new smartphones nowadays are somewhere around that figure measurement as well, but not all of them come in Super AMOLED which is a great material for displaying the best colour and brightness. Moreover, the resolution is a beast offering 1440 x 2960 that guarantees super HD quality videos, movies or game graphics and you can adjust it as per your needs.

That being said, the Galaxy Note 9 was even awarded the YouTube Signature certification. This means that users can play video clips in better HDR video with a smoother and clearer 360° surround sound, as well as faster video download speeds. This is just fantastic news for those who watch a lot of YouTube videos.

Of course, the sound is also an important element for entertainment. What good is the Super AMOLED display in WQHD+ resolutions if the sound is just "meh"? Thankfully, the Dolby Atmos audio configuration system is integrated within the phablet and users can even choose to switch it off if they want to (but why would you?). It's also a good thing that Samsung didn't just put it on one side, but having it on a dual stereo speaker is always better. To add on to that, AKG earphones are also given for free inside the box so use that for the best audio experience!

Alright, maybe the 6.4-inch screen just doesn't cut it for some people. You prefer having bigger screens? Samsung has already got it covered for you with DeX functionality and it can work with any TV size from 22-inch to even 65-inch (#truestory, bro). What's more, you can actually turn your Galaxy Note 9 into a console-like device after plugging it in with a HDMI to USB C cable with a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse!

You can even use a mobile gamepad to play in DeX mode

Providing the best audio and visual experience also needs powerful hardware performance. Obviously, the Galaxy Note 9 doesn't compromise in this aspect as it features an octa-core Exynos 9810 chipset, up to 8GB of RAM and also not the forget, the gigantic 512GB (or 128GB) of storage, allowing every user to store up as much data as they can. On that note, playing games for long hours is not a problem thanks to the Water Carbon Cooling System, keeping the device cool (but not for the side frame lol, you can check out that topic here).

Speaking of hardware performance, we can't look past the 4000mAh battery too and we have mentioned this a couple of times, as the Galaxy Note 9's battery is a much-improved feature from its predecessor. If it wasn't for this, the phablet wouldn't be able to handle alll of these tasks that we just mentioned. From our experiments, the Galaxy Note 9 will usually have 20-30% left at the end of the day (depends what you do with it). You can take a read at how it performs in a day and with gaming. So your Galaxy Note 9 will stay up even when you're tired out from watching too much movies or playing so many games.

So those are the 5 reasons why we think the Galaxy Note 9 is the ultimate entertainment device (for now). Even two months after its release, we are still quite satisfied with the overall performance. If you would like to get one now, Samsung is having a RM400 cash rebate promotion to those who purchase this device! It will end on 28 October so head over here to check it out and stay tuned for more tech articles at TechNave.com.


Apple is looking into Malaysia and other Southeast Asia countries to move its production

Ever since the US government banned Huawei and set off the trade war with China, Chinese authorities are actually considering making their own entity list which includes Apple, Dell and HP in retaliation for their actions. With this, there's a new report from Nikkei Asian Review that Apple is looking into moving 15%-30% of their production out of China to Southeast Asia, such as Malaysia.

Besides Malaysia, other countries that are also in consideration include our neighbouring country Indonesia, Vietnam, India, and Mexico. Among these countries, India and Vietnam are the favourites which makes sense, given with their much lower currency and the amount of labour workforce. This is not just for Apple's iPhone key suppliers such as Foxconn, but as well as its Macbook and AirPods suppliers to evaluate options out of China.

"We believe this is all a poker game and Apple will not diversify production out of China overnight and certainly a long-term US/China trade deal is key for Cook & Co to sleep well at night," Wedbush analysts said, and it would probably take 12 - 18 months to move just 5%-7% iPhone supplies to India as the best-case scenario.

So what do you think of this scenario? Do you welcome Apple to open a factory for iPhones? Let's discuss in the Facebook post and stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


ZTE gives us a look on how their under-display camera works plus a photo sample

In no time, ZTE will be launching the world's first commercially available smartphone with an under-display camera. The under-display camera is a technology that many of us would like to see on the market. Although there are a lot of challenges to make one, it looks like ZTE has overcome them with the release of Axon 20 5G. Now, the brand shares with us about how the technology works on the upcoming smartphone before it launches on 1 September.

Today, ZTE went on Weibo to explain how the under-display camera of the Axon 20 5G can take photos without glare or fogging despite being covered by an OLED. The company stated that they have implemented a special film with anti-reflective coating that maximizes the transparency of the screen without ruining the quality of the image.

Selfie taken with the under-display camera.

Other than that, the Axon 20's screen is made up of seven layers including the protective glass, a polarizer, touch panel, an encapsulation glass, the OLED panel, and other elements needed for the smooth performance of any smartphone. It is said that all the important layers have been coated with a new material that is highly conductive. The material is also highly transmissive and transparent enough to suppress any optical diffraction that would change the colours or depth of the images.

Not only the company has shared with us about how the camera works, but they have also given us a first look at the picture taken with it. To recap, the Axon 20 5G will feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765 chipset. It will also have a 6.92-inch OLED screen and a 4,120mAh battery. On the back, there will be a 64MP quad-camera setup.

Let us know what you think about the Axon 20 5G on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting smartphone updates.


ZTE introduces Blade V7 and Blade V7 Lite in MWC2016

ZTE Blade V7 and Blade V7 Lite made their appearance in MWC 2016 and will be available in selected countries this middle of the year, although there are no price tag yet, but it should be quite reasonably affordable since ZTE said the devices are aimed at the young people. Below are the tech specs:-

That's all from MWC 2016 day 1, stay tuned for day 2 tomorrow at Technave!


ZTE launches the AXON 7 with Dolby ATMOS Dual Surround Sound Speaker, 20MP camera and more for RM1999

The models showcasing ZTE AXON 7 in the flesh

Today, ZTE is proud to present the ZTE AXON 7 on Malaysia shore with a price tag of RM1999 (inclusive of GST), it will be available starting today in Ion Gold and it's up for pre-orders at Lazada until 10 September, while the one with Quartz Grey version will be launch in October next month onwards with the same price. The first 30 customers who pre-orders the AXON 7 will receive an exclusive ZTE VR headset worth RM399.

Without further ado, below is the official specifications:

The dual speaker on the front, and the 20MP camera and fingerprint sensor at the back

Fully created by Designworks, a BMW subsidiary company, the AXON 7 was designed with the collaboration with musical professors and ZTE team to feature a dedicated AKM HiFi audio chipset for the best sound quality possible for the VR experience, as well as a set of Dolby ATMOS plus Dolby Digital dual surround speaker. It is able to record a 4K video, and even 240fps slow-mo video at 720p.

The side with the power / volume buttons, dual SIM slot is on the other side

USB Type-C at the bottom, the 3.5mm headphone jack is at the top

During the launch, Mr Jeremy Zhao, CEO of S.E.A. Region Device Group of ZTE Corporation said:

"Being innovative is one of ZTE's core competencies. We invest approximately 15% of total profit annually in R&D to ensure we are always providing smartphone users something different and able to enhance their lifestyle. As one of the top innovators in the industry, ZTE will continue to invigorate itself constantly through industry-leading innovations."

ZTE will also launch a special ZTE Tour, which serves as a mobile experience store that aims to provide customers from all around the nation with a more accessible and experiential touch point. From residential areas to shopping malls, and universities to cities.

"The mobile experience store is part of our ongoing branding phase in Malaysia since debuting in 2014. Our goal is to provide all Malaysians access to our products and experience more of ZTE's technological advances models from ZTE in the very near future." Mr. Zhao added.

In addition, ZTE will be giving away 8 AXON 7 smartphones to the public by holding a Super Vocal Competition. Starting today until 31 October 2016, participants can:

That's all from ZTE today, stay tuned for more coverage at Technave.com!


ZTE launches the Axon 7 flagship, with 6GB of RAM

A company more known for their modems in Malaysia, ZTE has announced the world wide launch for their new flagship smartphone, the ZTE Axon 7 and its accompanying VR headset. It has some beefy flagship level specs, and even boasts some impressive audio thanks to a dedicated audio chipset.

Designed around the need for VR, the Axon 7 has a large 5.5 inch WQHD AMOLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor, up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, a 20 megapixel rear camera with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), finger print scanner, and a beefy 3250 mAh battery. It can record 4K video, and even 240fps slow mo video at 720p. The full metal body design was created by Designworks, a BMW subsidiary company.

UPDATE: Malaysia's version came with 4GB of RAM and 64GB or ROM, selling at RM1999.

The dedicated AKM HiFi audio chipset, dual front-facing speakers and an amplifier chip gives the Axon 7 a sound with a class of its own. The Axon 7 is also among the first to support Google’s Daydream platform. It is expected to be priced around USD 450 (~RM 1820) when it goes on sale later this year.


ZTE nubia Z11 Max is official, comes with a huge 6 inch display

Big screen aficionado should check out the just announced ZTE nubia Z11 Max smartphone from ZTE. It has a large 6 inch display that covers over 80% of the body – making it one of the highest body-to-screen ratio smartphone in the market.

Powering the handset is Qualcomm's Snapdragon 652 chipset – paired with 4GB of RAM, while built-in storage is 64GB, though expandable through microSD. It supports 4G LTE, Bluetooth 4.1, Wi-Fi, and GPS. It has a 4,000 mAh battery and runs Android Lollipop underneath ZTE's nubia UI 3.9.9. Its dimensions are 159.15 x 82.25 x 7.4 mm, and it weighs about 185g. It also comes with a fingerprint reader at the back of the device.

It will go on sale in China on June 16 in silver, grey, and gold for CNY 1,999 (~RM 1234). For those who are looking for special edition devices, the ZTE nubia Z11 Max will also be available in a Cristiano Ronaldo edition. It will come with free gifts such as Cristiano Ronaldo wallpapers, a Ronaldo protective case, and a selfie stick, and the whole special edition package will set you back CNY 2,299 (~RM 1419).


ZTE nubia Z11 is official, from only RM 1522

ZTE took off the covers from its newest flagship smartphone, the ZTE nubia Z11 in an event in China. It completes the Z11 family, joining the Z11 mini and Z11 Max in the lineup.

The specs of the ZTE nubia Z11 is as follows:

The two models will be priced at CNY 2499 (~RM 1522) for the 4GB/64GB model and CNY 3499 (~RM 2132) for the 6GB/128GB. We hope ZTE will bring this model to Malaysia market soon. Stay tuned to TechNave for more news.


ZTE releases Quartz smartwatch that supports cellular connectivity

Not much news about ZTE lately, but however they did just recently released a new Android Wear smartwatch called the ZTE Quartz. The last time that they released one was two years ago in China, and it cost $200 (around RM886) from T-Mobile in the USA.

Anyway, it sports a 1.4-inch AMOLED display which is pretty big for a wearable. However, ZTE has pulled out NFC, a heart rate monitor and the rotating dial, it sounds weird for a smartwatch missing those but it’s not like every smartwatch needs that. It has a IP67 water and dust resistance grade, though, with a 500 mAh battery inside that’s not so bad.

Band straps are interchangeable, it also supports cellular connectivity which is a rarity. But it means you need your smartphone to be compatible as well.

Should you be interested to get one, you can purchase one on 14 or 21 April 2017 at T-Mobile’s website. Or just wait if ZTE actually brings it to Malaysia. Stay tuned for more ZTE news at TechNave.com.


ZTE reveals Axon 7s with dual rear cameras, 6GB RAM and more in China

Did you know that the ZTE Axon 7s is the fourth variant now of the Axon series? First, they released the Axon 7 just last year, followed by Axon 7 mini and Axon 7 MAX elsewhere. As you can guess, the Axon 7s is a better edition of the Axon 7, packing dual rear camera lens. Below is the official specification:

On the Axon 7s, the bigger 20MP lens has a pixel count of 1.25µm while the latter only has 1µm pixels. Despite the huge difference, this will still allow the phone to capture clear images in low light environments. Also, the 12MP camera features phase detection autofocus and 4K video shooting.

Price is unknown at the moment, but sources say it could cost 4099 Yuan (around RM2599). Do you want this phone to come into Malaysia? Stay tuned for more ZTE news at TechNave.com.


ZTE's 2nd Gen Under-Display Camera Prototype leaked, using Visionox panel

Under-display cameras are still pretty much in development and so far, the ZTE Axon 20 is the only commercial smartphone that has it. Currently, ZTE is working on a 2nd Gen under-display camera and we got a first look at the prototype thank to leakster, Digital Chat.

From the image, Digital Chat posted the leak on Weibo that the display panel is provided by Visionox. ZTE previously didn't use that as the ZTE Axon 20 was an OLED display. While the new prototype is showcasing an "invisible" front under-display camera, it may be a different story if we try to look from a different angle.

In case you didn't know, MKBHD actually managed to get his hands on the ZTE Axon 20 and the under-display camera is visible from a certain angle. The front under-display camera didn't perform too well (only 26 points for a selfie on DxOMark) and it never appeared in Malaysia (even though it was supposed to). Despite the allegedly poor reviews, Digital Chat claimed that the new 2nd Gen is a more improved version and has solved the previous issues. Well, we shall see.

At the moment, no other brands are interested in releasing an under-display camera phone yet perhaps due to the issue that ZTE faced. Nonetheless, we can be sure that they are working hard on the feature and one day, we will get to see it. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


ZTE's 2nd Gen Under-Display Camera smartphone teased, may release in July

If you were aware, ZTE is currently working on a 2nd-gen under-display camera on the upcoming Axon 30 series. According to sources, it seems that the company has already released a teaser hinting of its arrival this month.

The teaser doesn't really say much but we hope that this 2nd-gen under-display camera would be a much better feature this time. If you followed the predecessor's news, the Axon 20 was poorly received due to the front camera test and DxOMark only gave it 26 points. Besides that, popular tech YouTuber, MKBHD also reviewed the phone and couldn't do much with the many overexposed and not-sharp-looking photos.

Previous news has suggested that Visionox will supply ZTE with a much better display so that the under-display camera can take better photos. It has been reported that the company made a breakthrough this time with new pixel improvement, boosting the pixel density from 200ppi to 400ppi. Moreover, the display may support a refresh rate up to 120Hz.

Other than that, the Axon 30 series could be using a Snapdragon 888 chipset or lower. Rumours also say that the phone could come with a 64MP main camera and a huge battery. Well, we will just have to wait and see. Until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple is making its employees wear "police-grade" body cam to prevent leaks

Believe it or not, Apple is making some of its employees wear a police-grade body cam to prevent them from leaking the company's hardware secrets. It is reported that the tech giant has been executing this dramatic measure for at least the last few weeks.

According to the source, the body cam is similar to a law enforcement camera, Axon Body 2. The company is doing so because it's too often for its inside information to land on the hands of the tipsters who are kind enough to share with the public. To stop the expansion of the leak culture, the company's new measure might have gone overboard and invaded the privacy of its own employees.

However, it is said that not all employees are forced to wear one but specific Apple teams only. Will this way permanently stop Apple leaks from appearing? We'll see. This is not the first time that Apple warns its employees not to share too much information with outsiders. Earlier in 2018, an Apple memo has also gotten leaked and it was about warning the employees not to leak, how ironic.

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


ZTE set to launch the Axon 20 5G on 1 September 2020

Last week, ZTE dropped a teaser claiming that it will be the first company to unveil a smartphone with an under-display camera. It was confirmed by sources then that the device in question is the ZTE Axon 20 5G. ZTE has now officially announced that the phone will be launched in China on 1 September 2020.

So, what do we know about the Axon 20 5G (or A20 5G)? Allegedly, this is going to be an upper mid-range device sporting a Snapdragon 765G chipset, up to 12GB of RAM, and up to 256GB of internal storage. According to a TENAA listing, it's also supposed to have a 6.92-inch 1080p OLED display, 4120mAh battery, and 5G support. Moreover, it'll be available in white and blue colours.

In terms of cameras, the under-display camera will be a 32MP sensor with the display supplied by Visionox. If you recall, it was revealed back in June that Visionox was ready to mass-produce OLED panels that support under-display cameras, so this lines up. Anyway, the rear cameras here would consist of a 64MP main camera and an 8MP ultra-wide camera, plus another two 2MP sensors that are likely the macro and depth sensors.

The under-display camera alone makes the ZTE A20 5G an interesting product, but it's uncertain whether ZTE will launch this phone outside of China. Having said that, would you buy it just for the new type of front camera? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


ZTE smartwatch coming in early 2014?

ZTE was recently quoted that it would be launching a smartwatch as early as 2014 with a possible release date in Q1 of 2014. Unfortunately, there were no tech specs or other feature details but if it looks to make any sort of impact they will likely have to address most of the main limitations of current smartwatches in the market. These include cripplingly short battery life, compatibility, limited features and functionality, the now standard thick slab of touchscreen design and a rather high price tag. Most smartwatches are also aiming to be little more than notification centers for your smartphone that connect via bluetooth. We're hoping more for a standalone device and there are already quite a few of those in development or recently introduced. None have answered all of the main limitations of current smartwatches but we ZTE could be the one to finally break the deadlock. As it is, the ZTE smartwatch would probably surface at CES 2014, where Samsung is also rumoured to be coming out with a better Samsung Galaxy Gear 2 smartwatch as well.[Source]


ZTE updates its phablet lineup with the new LTE enabled ZTE Grand X Max+

ZTE was also present at CES 2015 and announced an upgraded version of the existing ZTE Grand X Max phablet. The new ZTE Grand X Max+ offers modest upgrades in the processor, camera and storage departments, all for $200 (RM715). The new model features a quad-core Snapdragon 400 processor clocked at 1.2GHz (instead of the old Snapdragon 200) with Adreno 305 GPU. There is twice the amount of RAM and storage inside. So, the Max+ comes with 2GB onboard RAM and 16GB of internal storage which can be further expanded up to 32GB. It retains the 6-inch display from the original Max with the same 720p resolution. This translates into a pixel density of 245 ppi which is quite low as compared to today's smartphone display standards. ZTE has upgraded the rear camera from 8MP to 13MP and there is a 5MP front shooter as well. The device will support high speed LTE networks and will run on Android 4.4 KitKat OS with ZTE's own UI on top. The company has not announced any details for a Malaysia release date of the device, but it will be available for sale in the US starting from 9 January 2015 for $200 (RM715).


ZTE wins breakthrough smartphone audio innovation award from IFA 2016

Adam Zeng, CEO, ZTE Mobile Devices receiving the award

Aside from Huawei winning multiple awards at the IFA 2016, ZTE also won an award there in Germany for the winner of the 2016 IFA Product Technical Innovation Award in "Breakthrough in Smartphone Audio Innovation" by IDG and German Industry and Commerce Ltd, thanks to the ZTE AXON 7 series.

“We are thrilled once again to receive the 2016 IFA Product Technical Innovation Award – this time for our AXON 7 series. Smartphone audio quality is one of the most important features according to our in-depth consumer market research and we deliberately distinguish the AXON 7 series with our superior sound quality unlike any others.” said Adam Zeng, CEO, ZTE Mobile Devices.

The AXON 7 was recently just released in Malaysia last week for RM1999 (inclusive of GST), offering elegant design, 20MP rear camera and other premium features that a flagship smartphone would offer. Not to forget, ZTE collaborated with many industry experts in audio technology as well as the prestigious Golden Ears Conservatory of music group to develop the AXON 7 series audio performance. Hence, a dedicated Hi-Fi audio chipset was made, along with large front-facing stereo speakers, and Dolby Atmos 7.1 surround sound effects for a movie theatre-like, mobile audio experience.

The device also received great reviews from many industry’s top tech media outlets, for example for consumers in China rated it 97% favorability from one of the biggest online retail platforms JD.com.


Zeiss ZX1 full-frame camera pre-order up for ~RM24909

For camera fans, Zeiss is a famous brand that manufactures some of the best camera lenses around. But few likely expected the brand to work towards producing an in-house camera. That's what Zeiss did in 2018, announcing that it would be releasing a camera powered by Android. It seems that this camera could be out soon.

Fast forward to 2020, DPReview has reported that the Zeiss ZX1 was found listed on B&H. It's on pre-order for USD6000 (~RM24909) at the moment, though no exact release date has been confirmed. However, B&H is a rather reputable site so we can probably assume this to be legit. It's also likely that the actual launch would be pretty soon.

Anyway, let's talk tech specs. The Zeiss ZX1 is expected to be a full-frame camera with a 37.4MP sensor and a fixed 35mm Distagon F2 lens. It's got a minimalist design, resulting in a relatively compact body that weighs about 837g with the 3190mAh battery included. Other notable specs are the max ISO of 51200, 512GB built-in SSD storage (how did they manage that?), and the 4.3-inch touch display.

With that said, do you think the Zeiss ZX1 is finally going to launch? And would you be interested in buying one? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates on this camera.


ZenFone 8 hinted to start from ~RM3503 based on leaks?

It seems that the ZenFone 8 pricing might have been spotted on 91mobiles.com, hinting that the smartphone could be priced at 700 Euros (~RM3503) for the 8GB + 128GB variant. The 8GB + 256GB and 16GB + 256GB variant of the smartphone are expected to be priced at 750 Euros (~RM3754) and 800 Euros (~RM4005) respectively.

However, it is best to note that smartphone prices are typically more expensive in the European market. With that in mind, we can expect the smartphone to be priced somewhere around RM2500 for the cheapest variant.

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

Would you be interested in getting the ZenFone 8 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.


ZeroLemon 10000 mAh Tri-Cell Extended Battery for Samsung Galaxy Note 3 with NFC

While the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 already offers a good 3200 mAh battery for about 1 and a half worth of battery life, there will be some who want more than that, which is what the ZeroLemon 10000 mAh Tri-Cell Extended Battery case does. As the name suggests, it basically replaces the Note 3 3200 mAh battery with a much larger 10000 mAh battery. However, because it is so much larger, the back casing has to be replaced with the ZeroLemon custom back casing. Acccording to ZeroLemon this back casing not only comes with NFC support, it also has a double polycarbonate ans thermoplastic polyurethane layer for extra protection. This also means that the phablet becomes a whole lot thicker and loses the artificial leather backside that first came with the Note 3.  Despite the extra thickness, there is still space to put the S Pen stylus and even a clip-on belt holster. Priced at $59.99 (RM193) the battery case should extend battery life of the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 up to a week from a single charge and is compatible with all versions of the phablet. No news on Malaysia release dates but keep an eye out for it at our sister site of MobileMegaMall.com and the sellers there should have it or something similar soon.


Zizan Razak is announced as the official honor 8X ambassador

So as some of you already guessed, the honor 8X will be coming soon to Malaysia on 9 October 2018 but that's not the only news that honor Malaysia is announcing, it turns out that our local Malaysian comedian, television host, actor and singer, Zizan Razak will be the official ambassador for the honor 8X!

“The honor 8X has a very interesting and bold tagline, called “Beyond Limits”. For everyone who has followed my career knows that I am always challenging the boundaries of being just an entertainer or just an artist on TV. The tagline has reminded me of how far I have come, and I am proud to start a movement in Malaysia for everyone to go beyond their limits and challenge the status quo.” said Zizan.

To recap the specs, the honor 8X will be the first to feature a Kirin 710 processor and a massive 6.5-inch display with a 16MP front camera and Face Unlock feature. For the back, the dual rear camera is 20MP + 2MP and the fingerprint sensor is just right below. The battery pack is 3750mAh and there is a GPU Turbo on it too. It's unclear if we will be getting a 4GB + 64GB or 6GB + 128GB variant.

Zizan fans may catch him live during the official honor 8X launch on the company's official Facebook page. Stay tuned for more honor news at TechNave.com.


Zombie Mode on Call of Duty: Mobile will be removed on 25 March

Listen up, Call of Duty: Mobile fans, Timi Studios has announced that the Zombie Mode on the mobile game will be taken down pretty soon. In fact, 25 March 2020 is the last day for everyone to play and this will take effect on both iOS and Android platforms.

From the recent community update by Timi Studios on Reddit, it was reminded that Zombie Mode was just a limited game mode but there wasn't any explicit end-date. After three months since its release, the developers have been keeping tabs on the reception and gathering feedback. While we don't really know how players feel about Zombie Mode, but it's clear that they didn't feel the mode has reached the level of quality that they desire.

That said, the second map called Nacht Der Untoten for Zombie Mode won't be seeing the light of the day as well in the global version. Despite its removal from the game at the end of the month, Timi Studios is still keen to bring it back one day when they are certain that it has reached a high enough quality.

Are you saddened that Zombie Mode will be taken down? You still have 20 days left to enjoy while you can. Stay tuned for more mobile gaming news at TechNave.com.


Zoom breaching privacy by sending app data to Facebook

With many of us having to work from home, more people are using different tools to facilitate ease of work and communications. A tool that's seeing a spike in popularity now is Zoom, which allows people to do video conferencing on mobile devices. Recent news suggests that the company may be providing its users' data to Facebook.

According to Vice US, Zoom on iOS is sending data to Facebook. This isn't anything new. Apps have been using Facebook's SDK to add related features for a long time. However, the problem here is that Zoom's privacy policy doesn't specifically mention that data is being sent to Facebook. The app actually connects to Facebook's Graph API, allowing Zoom to send data to Facebook and also collect certain data from the social media platform.

Supposedly, the data collected are being sent to Facebook are details such as what device is being used, as well as a user's time zone, location, and telco carrier. Each user is then given a unique advertiser ID, likely allowing Facebook to fine-tune its ad-targeting for the user. Now that Zoom is experiencing a great increase to its user base, it'll be able to gather a large collection of data.

Currently, the app isn't sending data that could be considered sensitive, but there's always the potential for abuse. Having said that, what are your thoughts on this? Please let us know your stance on user privacy on our Facebook page! Also, remember to stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Apple is now worth more than Amazon, Meta and Alphabet combined

The world’s first trillion-dollar company, Apple ended trading on Wednesday (2 November 2022) with a market value of a whopping USD2.307 trillion or RM10.95 trillion. That means that Apple was valued to be worth more than three of its tech competitors combined, namely Alphabet, Amazon and Meta.

As reported by Business Insider which sourced data from Yahoo Finance, Apple is worth more than the market caps of the three aforementioned companies. On Wednesday, Google’s parent company Alphabet was at USD1.126 trillion or ~RM5.35 trillion, Amazon at USD939.78 billion or ~RM4.46 trillion and Meta at USD240 billion or ~RM1.13 trillion.

Overall though, Big Tech stocks suffered a brutal selloff last week on the back of disappointing quarterly earnings. However, Apple's stock has outperformed its peers after it beat Wall Street's revenue and profit forecasts for the fourth quarter of 2023.

Alphabet, Amazon and Meta's lacklustre earnings are worrying for the companies and signalled the declining demand for digital advertising. The poorly-received results have helped wipe billions off their market values as their shares fell, and pushed Amazon out of the trillion-dollar market cap club.

So, what do you guys think of the impressive market cap value of Apple? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news such as this.


Zoom delivers security improvements with version 5.0 update

Zoom has been working on improving its platform in recent weeks. It has to, after all the bad press it's gotten for accounts being stolen, Zoombombing, and more. In the latest piece of news, the company has announced the release of its version 5.0 update, which comes with important security improvements.

Zoom has confirmed that the platform now has support for AES 256-bit GCM (Galois/Counter Mode) encryption. This is easily one of the most secure encryption standards currently available and should help prevent issues Zoombombing. Also, there's now a security icon on the menu bar of the UI to provide visible and easy access to security features for those who are hosting calls.

Besides that, hosts have been given more control over the meetings. For example, you can set it so that call participants can't change their names. Screen-sharing has also been set to hosts only by default, which makes it easier for users who are educators. Speaking of education, virtual rooms are now on by default for those who have an education, Basic, or Pro account.

In our opinion, the encryption and other added security measures are enough to get people to use Zoom again. The one thing left that may be a concern are the hackers looking to steal more Zoom accounts, due to the drastic increase in the platform's popularity in recent weeks. With that said, would you go back to using Zoom again? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news updates.


Zoom-in photos of Huawei P30 showcase Wang Lee Hom's Concert

Woah, you can really see him closing his eyes and playing the violin!

So we have been posting some news about the Huawei P30 photo capabilties this week. First, there was a zoom-in photo of a boy band and then there's also a couple of wedding shots of Fasha Sandha and Aidil Aziz together. In this third round, we have gotten some photos of Wang Lee Hom from his recent concert in Stadium Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur.

Just like the previous two posts, you can see some zoom-in and super close-up shots of our local celebrity and they do look quite impressive. Considering that the shot was not taken at the VIP seat, the details of his face and the musical instruments are quite spot on, enough at least to see some kneecaps, while as usual, there is a bit of fuzziness with the super close shot (which we assume uses the digital zoom).

We'd usually expect such quality from a DLSR camera and even then, one with a tripod and telephoto lens probably more expensive than the camera body. To be able to get this level of quality with a handheld smartphone seems to suggest really steady hands or some form of improved stabilization. It has already been confirmed that the P30 series will have a 10x periscope lens after Huawei's CEO shared his own detailed photo of a full moon last month. Below are some more photos that were taken on the P30.

Not so bad from this distance, luckily there was a spotlight on him

Dayum, son, someone has been working out

A nice closer look at the piano design, that's a dragon's head, by the way

Honestly, this zoom-in feature of the P30 improves leaps and bounds over the already impressive 5X hybrid zoom on the Mate 20 series. In other news, we also heard that the recently revealed Huawei Backup, which automatically backs up your photos and other files to a built-in 1TB hard disk drive could well be one of the freebies at the upcoming P30 Series launch in Malaysia but we shall see about that.

The P30 series will be unveiled in Paris, France on 26 March 2019. For now, you can check out the timeline for when the Huawei P30 series is coming but we will definitely be there to cover the news so stay tuned for the official launch coverage only at TechNave.com.


Zoom introduces new platform for users to monetise their online events

The COVID-19 pandemic may go down as one of history's most disruptive times, but it forced many of us to adopt new ways to work and communicate. In particular, video meetings are now synonymous with Zoom. So, the company is looking to capitalise on that by introducing a new platform called OnZoom.

According to Zoom's blog post, OnZoom is an online events platform and marketplace for companies and individuals to monetise virtual events. Think of it like a company charging ticket fees for entrance to an event, except the event is online. It's not exactly a new idea, but to have an entire platform serving as a hub for such events is probably a first.

So how does OnZoom work? With OnZoom, paid Zoom user will be able to create and host a variety of events via Zoom video meetings for up to 1000 participants. Those who want to join one of these meetings will have to pay a fee via PayPal or major credit cards. Currently, Zoom will not be taking a cut of the fees as the platform is currently in its beta phase. It should also be noted that the service is only available in the US at the moment.

With this platform, we could start seeing paid online events becoming the next trend. But growing pains would be inevitable and things may not pan out for Zoom. Having said that, what do you think about the concept? Would you pay to attend, for example, a virtual concert? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


Zoom now allows users to livestream their online meetings directly to Twitch

If you’ve ever been in a Zoom meeting and for some reason wanted the whole thing to be streamed on Twitch, then we’ve got good news for you. Announced in a recent blogpost by Zoom, that exact feature is now available for all users of the popular video conferencing platform.

Part of a slew of new features and upgrades, Zoom said that it is allowing for direct Zoom Meeting and Webinar livestream to Twitch so that users can “streamline the process of sharing content within their communities,”. Well, it could prove to be quite a useful and 'PogChamp' tool for Twitch streamers, especially those under the ‘IRL’ category.

So, if you’re a Twitch streamer or planning to become one, the feature is now readily available to you. However, do note that if you’re a new Twitch streamer, you need to have approval from Zoom account owner or admin so as to avoid privacy issues.

Besides the new Twitch integration, Zoom also announced that users will also be able to share audio and other content from their computers with breakout rooms. The company said that the feature allows for ‘a more cohesive experience for participants’.

Previously, Zoom also introduced animal Avatars for its users to spice up their online meetings and webinars. All in all, looks like the video conferencing platform is not resting on its laurels and is continuously trying to keep users engaged with its service.

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


Zoom now has a ~RM2562 tablet just for video meetings

The increase in numbers of people working from home has seen video calls becoming a new norm. We're now able to easily communicate with our colleagues using platforms like these, but does it warrant new video call hardware that isn't at the level of corporate video conferencing? Zoom seems to think so.

According to TechCrunch, Zoom has launched a new touchscreen tablet called the DTEN ME. It's a 27-inch LED touchscreen tablet specifically designed for those who work remotely. The tablet comes with three wide-angle webcams, a total of eight microphones with noise reduction, and the Zoom software pre-built into it. Essentially, you can think of it as a more affordable alternative to a full-blown video conferencing setup you'd see in large companies.

If you think about it that way, it doesn't seem as expensive to pay USD 599 (~RM2562) for a device that just lets you do video calls. After all, companies do invest in hardware that can help make work easier. With the DTEN ME, you can just pull it out of the box and it should work without much fuss. You can also connect it to your phone or laptop via what's called "ultrasonic pairing".

So, is it worth it to buy a device like this just for the sake of convenience? Maybe for companies, but not for individuals. What do you think though, would you consider getting it? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Zoom now has passwords and waiting rooms to prevent Zoombombing

It certainly hasn't been an easy time for Zoom lately. The company was not only caught sending data to Facebook from its iOS app but also plagued by cheeky people who have taken to 'Zoombombing' meetings. However, Zoom has been quick in creating solutions and has made changes to help eliminate the chances of Zoombombing.

Zoom already has passwords enabled by default for new meetings. Now, you can also enable password when scheduling meetings. This will be applicable for both free and paid users. What's new is the Waiting Rooms system, which requires people joining a meeting to wait for the host to allow them to join the 'room'. In other words, hosts will now have more control over who accesses their meetings.

While this will make the whole Zoom experience less seamless, it has become a necessity due to privacy issues that have occurred recently. Zoom has already benefited from the increased number of people beginning to use its service, so it's time for the company to start tightening up its security and privacy. Already, schools in the USA have started to ban the use of the service and more may follow.

If you can't trust Zoom, check out the other eight alternatives. You can even try Skype's Meet Now feature, which works like Zoom. With that said, what meeting app or service have you been using when working remotely? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


Zoom removes Facebook data-sharing code on iOS due backlash

Many of you working from home recently due to the movement control order (MCO) have probably been using a lot of communication tools. Zoom is one of them and if you recall, the iOS version of the app was accused of sharing data with Facebook without users being informed. It was considered a breach of privacy and Zoom received some flak for it.

Since then, the developer told Vice US that the code that shares data from the iOS version has been removed. Zoom explained that the code was meant for users to login using a Facebook account, which gave them another easy way to use the platform's video conferencing service. However, it was even sharing data of users who login without a Facebook account to third parties.

It's mostly the fact that the above wasn't communicated to the users clearly that has caused a backlash. But now the iOS version of the app is updated and you can download it through the Apple App Store. Note that while the Facebook SDK code was removed, users can still use a Facebook account to login to Zoom.

With the change, Zoom proves that it's willing to listen and is taking privacy concerns seriously. Hopefully, other companies will be aware that some people do want to know what data is being collected and from who, as well as the ability to opt-out of it. But what do you think about this? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.