Rumours: Leaked Apple iPhone 6 confirm protruding camera lens + 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch displays?

Leaked plans of the Apple iPhone 6 have appeared showing very detailed tech specs and designs of the upcoming Apple Iphone smartphone. The pictures reveal many details, mainly that the upcoming Apple iPhone 6 will come in two models, the 4.7-inch display N61 and the 5.5-inch display N56. In terms of looks, it seems like the next Apple iPhone 6 smartphones will look almost exactly like the dummy models already leaked previously and will be quite thin at about 7mm. Other measurements incude 138.14 x 66.97 x 6.9mm and 112g for the N61.

The N56 on the other hand could come with two models, one measuring 158.0mm x 77.12mm x 7mm and 168.5g while the other measures 158.07mm x 77.79mm x 7.1mm and 184.6g. This could indicate that one of the larger N56 models will have a more premium build or use Sapphire Crystal for the display as it is heavier than glass. Other features confirmed include the earlier leaked protruding camera lens which will also likely have a sapphire crystal lens cover. No Malaysia release dates or pricing yet but the Apple iPhone 6 is expected to be revealed on 9 September 2014.


Rumours: Leaked HTC One Mini Images Spotted Online

Following what Samsung is doing with their Samsung Galaxy S4, HTC reportedly are making a smaller, less expensive version of their flagship HTC One smartphone. Going by the codename HTC M4 or eventually the HTC One Mini, it will likely maintain the same UltraPixel camera but lower other specs like perhaps the screen size, processor and other features. Recently, a number of leaked images of the HTC One Mini have been spotted online placed side by side with the original HTC One.

First impressions seem to indicate that the HTC One Mini will indeed have a smaller 4.3-inch screen. It is probably a bit more compact and features the same front facing speakers as the HTC One. The one in the leaked images was black but the HTC One Mini will also likely have an aluminum unibody chassis as well. For those wondering if it is just a cheap joke, the HTC One Mini or M4 was recently certified by Bluetooth SIG, so yes, it does exist and should be coming soon. No specific news yet on pricing or availability but we'll keep you posted as to any new developments.


Rumours: Leaked Huawei P9 model images confirming dual lens camera?

Time seems to go slower whenever we are eager to wait for an anticipating news, especially waiting for Huawei on their 6 April event that could be related to Leica's camera technology being featured on the device. In this news, someone has taken some leaked shots of the supposedly Huawei P9 and it really looks real.

If these leaked pictures are true, then we can highly assume that the P9 is likely to have Leica's dual camera setupon the rear. The fullmetal model also looks sleek, and a fingerprint sensor can be spotted on the back. There's also a USB Type-C and dual speakers at the bottom, and the power and volume buttons on the right side. Other than that, the specifications aren't very consistent either, but we won't be surprised if it features a Kirin 950 chipset and Android 6.0 Marshmallow.

6 April just couldn't get here any sooner, but stay tuned because we will keep an eye on it when the day comes so stay tuned!


Rumours: Leaked Manual confirms Sony Interchangeable lens for Smartphones

What appears to be a leaked manual of the upcoming Sony DSC-QX100 and DSC-QX10 or interchangeable wireless lens for smartphones that Sony has been reportedly developing has appeared. The images show the two lens along with what appears to be a parts list for all the various parts of the lens. This includes a Power button, microphone, display panel, zoom lever, shutter button, jack and reset button which is listed below:

Other information gathered from the manual include some tech specs and measurements for the two interchangeable lens which include  62,5 mm × 62,5 mm × 55,5 mm (W / H / D) for the DSC-QX100 and 62,4 mm × 61,8 mm × 33,3 mm (W / H / D) for the DSC-QX10. The DSC-QX100 will weigh in at 179g while the DSC-QX10 will be going at 105g. Still no news on pricing or availability in Malaysia but supposedly these lenses could be released along with the upcoming Sony Honami smartphone at the IFA 2013 in September.


All classic Half-Life games are free to play on Steam limited time

Valve has recently made an announcement that all classic Half-Life games, will be available for free on Steam from now until around March of 2020. Based on what we know so far, the end the promo should be around the same day as the official launch of Half-Life: Alyx.

The free games include title such as Half-Life, Half-Life 2 as well as episode one and two, Half-Life: Opposing Force, Blue Shirt as well as Team Fortress Classic. Do note that the games will disappear from your library as soon as Alyx is released, so be sure to use this opportunity to catch up on the story.

To the uninitiated, Half-Life: Alyx is a VR first-person shooter which take place in a universe where the earth is being occupied by the alien Combine. With all that said, would you be interested in getting any of the Half-Life games on Steam? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Rumours: Leaked Nokia EOS Photos Appear

A whole bunch of leaked images of the Nokia EOS have appeared online. While there is no way to know for sure if they are the real thing, they certainly look real enough, not just because they don't look like it's predecessor PureView cameraphone, but also because there are just so many angles available. It seems unlikely that someone would post up this many photoshop renders.

From the images it looks like it will have a much larger PureView sensor hump, perhaps to include the OIS or Optical Image Stabilization tech along with the 41MP PureView sensor and xenon flash. Rumours have the Nokia EOS coming out officially in June or July but no definite news on pricing just yet. While the images do look convincing be prepared for it to be just someone with too much photoshop skills and time on their hands. We're guessing not, but you never know.


Rumours: Leaked Samsung Galaxy Note 7 confirms (possibily) the presence of iris scanner

We have covered on the patent that Samsung may be using to incorporate the iris scanner into the Samsung Galaxy Note 7. Now we have a sneak peek photo of the front of the upcoming phablet, and it somewhat confirms the presence of an iris scanner as a security device for the smartphone.

The guys at Android Authority and @onleaks shared a photo of the front panel, and it clearly shows the presence of additional cut-outs on the phone for extra sensors, suggesting that the cut-out location may just be the location of the new scanner.

Also, the home button is significantly larger than the current Galaxy Note 5, so this may suggest a better fingerprint scanner, but not the round design as touted previously. Stay tuned to TechNave for more information of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 7.


Rumours: Leaked Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini Images and Specs

While the Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini continues to be delayed, more and more rumours surround it. As such, this includes a number of leaked images. New tech specs for the Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini include the following:

The tech specs regarding the processor was confirmed by the following table:

Other leaked information for the Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini also include an AnTuTu Benchmark:


Rumours: Leaked Samsung Galaxy S8 casing hints fingerprint sensor at the back?

Ah, Samsung, will the Galaxy S8 redeem the company? We sure hope so, after all the Note 7 was a good phone but unfortunately the battery compartment backfired. Now that we can move on from the issue, we are looking forward to the Galaxy S8 and rumours has it that it might appear at the Mobile World Congress and a small change can be seen at the fingerprint sensor.

For starters, a leaked picture of a Galaxy S8 cover showed us that the rear camera area will have a huge hole, this is odd because 1) that pill-shape size is too large for a single camera, so either a fingerprint sensor is to be placed beside it or 2) Samsung is actually planning to have dual rear cameras there with the LED flash alongside.

But there is problem, for one IF the fingerprint sensor is placed there, it’s actually not possible for users to fully imprint their fingerprint there; but then again, these leaked pictures were shared by Blas who has a reputation of being reliable of sharing leak information.

Other than that, the Galaxy S8 is likely to come in a big 5.7-inch display, while the Plus version is 6.2-inch (too big?). With a Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 1440 x 2560, the latest Snapdragon 835 or the Exynos 8895 will be equipped and we are most likely to receive the latter just like the predecessor. For the camera, it’s said that the rear will carry a 12MP while the front uses a 5MP, and a 3250mAh battery juice inside.

Stay tuned for more Samsung news at Technave.com.


Rumours: Leaked Xiaomi Mi 6 Plus back panels gives big hints

The recently unveiled Xiaomi Mi 6 was all the rage for the longest time due to its sleek design and top shelf innards all for a very value price tag. But wait, didn’t the Mi 6 have a bigger brother that was set to be released alongside each other?

Yes, you would be right. The Xiaomi Mi 6 Plus was left in the dark this whole time but for no longer. Recent leaked images shows the Xiaomi Mi 6 and Mi 6 Plus back panels side by side, clearing showing that the Mi 6 Plus is very similar in design with the Mi 6 except much, much larger.

This leak is in line with some previously leaked specs which reported that the Mi 6 Plus will come with a 5.7-inch 1080p display. Much larger than Mi 6’s 5.15-inch display.

As for the rest of the specs, not much has been revealed but it is expected to come with the Snapdragon 835 SoC, the same dual rear camera setup as the Mi 6, 6GB of RAM, 64 or 128GB of UFS 2.0 storage, and a huge 4,500 mAh battery.

Based on the fact that leaks have appeared, we can almost say for sure that the Xiaomi Mi 6 Plus official unveiling will be just around the corner. However please remember to take this with a grain of salt and also remember to be patient.

Xiaomi rarely launches officially in Malaysia but we can still grab China versions in online/local retail stores. Stay tuned for the Malaysian pricings, only at TechNave.com.


Rumours: Leaked Xiaomi Mi Max 2 tech-specs and Mi 6 render image

Xiaomi is usually known for their budget friendly and quality smartphones, but they are also going to the high-end market too with the upcoming Mi 6 and and Mi Max 2. Although it’s unlikely that they will release them in Malaysia officially, customers are still able to get them by importing. Here’s what we know about the the two devices.

First up, there were a lot of rumours going around about the processor, first it was the Snapdrgon 660 chipset but now it has changed to using Snapdragon 626 instead. Compared with the Snapdragon 625, the 626 version has a 10% increase in performance, this will also nicely support the dual cameras.

Speaking of dual cameras, another rumour had it that Xiaomi will be using a single 12MP Sony IMX378 sensor instead with a large aperture (unknown at this moment, maybe over f/2.0?) while the front camera will only get 5MP. Screen-wise, it’s gonna to be the same huge 6.44-inch display with 1080p. The battery capacity is huge too with 5000 mAh, along with a 6GB RAM and MIUI 8 based on Android 7.1.1 Nougat out of the box.

Next, we’ve talked plenty of Mi 6 rumours before but this one will be based on the leaked render image that surfaced online. At first glance, the Mi 6 render doesn’t look anything special, except that what you’re looking at is an iris scanner on top of the front there and a fingerprint sensor on the home button. To add on to that, the home button can’t be pressed down so it will probably work like the Mi 5c.

In addition, we recently released our review on the Redmi Note 4 so do check it out if you’re looking for an affordable phone below RM1K. Stay tuned for more Xiaomi news at TechNave.com.


Rumours: Leaked image of Meizu Smartwatch strap appears

We're just a week away from Meizu's unknown 10 August event in China, we already know that they are planning to introduce a new E series smartphone, however, there was something else that caught our attention, which is the much talked Meizu Smartwatch.

A supposed image leak of the smartwatch's chain strap was spotted in Weibo by popular leaker @kJuma, while it's still a rumour, the chain looks too "legit" to disapprove and perhaps it could show up with Meizu E series together at the event. Also recalling back on the company's teaser on the wearable, it seems to tease that the strap can be detached. If that's the case, there could also mean that there might be a default strap of leather or rubber.

Meizu could actually get away with this because as of now, not many companies have a detachable strap, and those who did are not affordable as well. We will just have to wait and see, stay tuned for more news at Technave.com.


Rumours: Leaked image of OnePlus 3 with Qualcomm Snapdragon 820?

A new OnePlus 3 image was leaked online recently and it has made quite a buzz, as the OnePlus X was released not so long ago at the end of October. This is also the first time we've heard about the OnePlus 3, and it’s rumoured to sport a Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 chipset.

Besides that, the device could also carry a Full HD display and it seems to follow the OnePlus X’s design (more or less). The picture suggests that the device might have a full metal body as well, but for the moment it’s still too early to say anything as we weren’t given a slightest hint on the rest of the tech specs; that being said, it won’t be a surprising if the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 turns out to be true since OnePlus has always been known to use Qualcomm chipsets.

The OnePlus 3 is the latest rumoured device to join the list of those equipping a Snapdragon 820, along with the Xiaomi Mi 5 and Samsung Galaxy S7. We will keep an eye on this one so stay tuned!


Rumours: Leaked images of Huawei Mate 9 Pro appears online

As Huawei has introduced their latest and most expensive smartphone to date - the Mate 9 and Porsche Design Mate 9 a few weeks ago, the company is said to look into releasing a new variant called the Mate 9 Pro as an exclusive to the China market only.

According to reports, there will be three versions of the Mate 9 Pro which are - 4GB RAM + 64GB ROM, 6GB RAM + 128GB ROM, and a 6GB RAM + 256GB ROM. From the leaked images posted by @Digitalcrazy on Weibo, it seems that the models will have the same dual-curved display panels from the Mate 9 (and the Galaxy S7), with an extra gold coating and brushed metal design on the back. Below are some of the leaked pictures taken:

Lastly, rumours have that it will be released tomorrow but let's just wait and see. Stay tuned for more news at Technave.com.


Rumours: Leaked images of Lightning-to-Headphone adapters for iPhone 7?

Out of the many rumours about the Apple iPhone 7, one main "change" that many people seem to dislike is the removal of the headphone jack, and replacing it with a Lightning port. This alone has stirred many discussion online, with render concepts appearing showing us how it would look like. Even MacRumors.com ran a Twitter poll that resulted from 59% of 7542 participants still prefers the 3.5mm headphone jack.

To get ready for the potential switch, Chinese accessory maker, Tama Electric is now advertising three Lightning-to-headphone hack adapters, which also include a micro-USB port for charging while using the headphones at the same time. Of course, the images doesn't really seem official yet as there is no price listing, but it could happen when we get nearer to Apple's announcement in September. Besides that, we also got a leaked picture of a Lightning-equipped EarPods just for the new audio output way back in March. Anything is possible now.

So what do you think? Does Apple need to do that in order to be innovative? Or do you think it's fine to continue the 3.5mm headphone jack? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned for more news at Technave.com.


All health facilities under MOH will go cashless starting 1 October 2022

The Ministry of Health (MOH) has announced that all facilities under its helm will start going cashless from 1 October 2022. This is according to circular issued by its secretary-general, Datuk Harjeet Singh dated 21 June 2022.

Furthermore, all state health departments have also been told to ensure that 95 percent of the transactions are via cashless payments at their respective health facilities. These include:

According to a report by NST, these facilities must prioritise cashless over cash payment, whereby the latter will only be allowed should the customer doesn’t have any e-payment mode or bank account. As for the form of cashless payments accepted, they include debit cards, credit cards and e-wallets.

The move to go cashless is in line with MOH’s Anti-Corruption Plan 2021-2022 which elaborated that cashless payments can prevent leakages in government revenue. The initiative is also in accordance to the 2021 Malaysian Digital Economy Blueprint which required all agencies at Federal and state levels to use cashless payments as an affective transaction method by December 2022.

So, what do you guys think of the move by MOH to go cashless at all its facilities? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest trending tech news such as this.


Rumours: Leaked images show LEICA cameras coming on Huawei P9?

It isn't a secret that Huawei and LEICA have made a partnership, the only question would be when or for which device. From this leaked image it looks like this could be the upcoming Huawei P9. Set for a 6 April 2016 announcement, this leaked image clearly shows the LEICA logo with a SUMMARIT and f/2.2 aperture and 27mm focal length on the strip where the camera is located, along with dual cameras, what appears to be dual laser autofocus sensors and a finger print sensor below it. But then again, these do not match with previous leaked images.

So far, other tech specs have yet to be confirmed but current rumours say the P9 may come with a Huawei Kirin 955 processor, 4GB RAM and a 5.2-inch display 1080 x 1920 full HD pixel resolution. This jives with the previous Huawei P8 release which saw the Kirin 930 being used, one step above the Kirin 925 processor in the Mate 7. Rumours indicate that the Huawei P9 Lite, P9 Max and P9 Enhanced edition could get announced as well, but from previous experience with the P8 we expect the release dates for each to be different. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet but we should find out more after Wednesday. As usual, take this rumour with a pinch of salt.


Rumours: Leaked images shows curved Apple Watch

The recent appearance of some leaked sketches of the possible upcoming series of Apple Watches show very thin bezels as well as a curved display. If these newly leaked images are anywhere near the truth, they should be called Apple bracelets instead of Apple Watch.

News has also been going around that Apple is also looking into developing interchangeable smart bands as well as a built-in glucose monitor for medical use.

Although these are all speculations, it may seem that Apple is focusing on expanding the Apple Watch’s accessories and functionality so it is really exciting to see what they will come up with in the coming future.


Rumours: Leaked photos of the HTC U Ultra and HTC U Play seen online

Take these photos with a grain of salt, but the following images are said to be the upcoming HTC U series smartphone – with the larger device sporting the moniker Ultra while the smaller one Play. These two devices are said to be the headliner of the HTC event launch this 12th of January.

The specs of the two devices are said to be quite extensive. According to the report, HTC U Ultra will carry a large Gorilla Glass protected 6-inch display, with a 1440 x 2560 resolution, the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, 4GB of RAM, 64GB internal storage, a dual-camera setup (24/13 megapixel combo) at the back, a 16-megapixel camera on the front and apparently a second screen. All of these powered by a 4000 mAh battery

For the second phone, it is said to have a 5.2-inch screen with a 1080 x 1920 pixels resolution, the MediaTek Helio P10 SoC, 3GB of RAM, 32GB of internal storage, 16-megapixels for both front and rear, and a 2500 mAh battery.

These specs may be wrong, so we just have to wait for the reveal on the 12th of January – so stay tuned to TechNave for more news on the HTC U devices.


Rumours: Leaked photos shows a LCD-less Leica M-D Typ 262

Leica is a brand that has always bucked against the mainstream and usually play with their own rules. The upcoming Leica M-D Type 262 is a proof of that. While other manufacturers place LCD display at the back of the camera, Leica instead is omitting that feature totally. The price will also make you bleed – it’s set to be priced at USD 6700 (~RM 26220).

This is not Leica’s first foray into taking out the back LCD, as the previously limited run of the Leica M Edition 60, a camera that was created for its 60th anniversary. The new model however will be a production model, and will be available for purchase by consumers (with enough moolah in the bank that is).

Instead of the LCD display, Leica will be replacing it with an ISO selection wheel, mimicking the design style of the original Leica M of yesteryear. The new camera is expected to arrive on store shelves in May.


Rumours: Leaked picture of Huawei P10 internal components suggests new home button changes?

It seems that Huawei P10 rumours is starting to gain some momentum, as this week’s leak by Slashleaks showed us some internal components that belongs to the P10 in some factory outlet, showing us some interesting design change.

If you can’t see it clearly, the leaked photos are showing us that the home button seemed to have relocated to the front, as opposed to the P9’s home button at the back. Plus, the trademark dual rear cameras can be seen from there too. In the tech-specs corner, it’s rumoured that the P10 will continue the 5.2-inch 1080p display and with better battery (3100mAh), while the Plus variant will come in 5.5-inch with 2K resolution and 3650mAh battery capacity. Moreover, it’s also likely both will feature the latest Kirin 960 chipset and might even equip a new dual f/2.0 Leica camera and a pre-loaded Amazon Alexa Voice assistant like the Mate 9.

While all that sounds like normal upgrades, there is one more piece of technology that Huawei could implement, which is adding a second screen for showcasing the phone’s signal, battery power and time without lighting up the display, sounds a bit similar to Samsung’s Always On feature, hope to see how it turns out in the end.

Stay tuned for more Huawei news at Technave.com.


Rumours: Leaked press image confirms Nokia X (Normandy)

If you've been wondering whether the Android powered Nokia smartphone will be called the Nokia X or the Nokia Normandy then perhaps you can rest assured now. Serial leaker @evleaks has just come out with a leaked press image showing the smartphone with the branding Nokia X, confirming the name at least. Tech specs which haven't been confirmed yet are expected to include a 1GHz dual-core Snapdragon 200 processor, 512MB of RAM, 4-inch display, 5MP rear camera, dual-SIM support and 1500 mAh battery. While there isn't any news on Malaysia pricing or release dates yet, the Nokia X is expected in March 2014 and should be headed to the entry-level to mid-range market.[Source]


Rumours: Leaked promo image of OnePlus X priced at RMB 1699 (RM1143)?

According to Weibo, the upcoming OnePlus X will cost RMB 1699 (RM1143.61). Of course, that price is for China only and it may vary when it goes international. Tech specs listed in the Chinese website include a:-

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Rumours: Leaked render of Xiaomi Mi 5S revealing dual rear camera

Word on the Xiaomi Mi 5S has been going around that it could be released in August and adopt a pressure sensitive display from our previous news. One would wonder just how advanced the Mi 5S version is, well, get aboard the rumour train and check out what we've heard so far.

Besides the pressure sensitive display and an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, the Mi 5S could also feature a curved screen and a glass body. And it's not only that, a dual rear camera sensor could make an appearance as well, this goes in line with a previous rumour that Xiaomi is getting the dual camera technology from Samsung, also could be the very phone that Xiaomi was talking about to be 4000 Yuan (around RMRM2406).

With the pieces of puzzles put together, it becomes more evident that the Mi 5S could be the most expensive phone from Xiaomi ever. But then again, these are all just rumours so do take a grain of salt. Would you like an expensive Xiaomi smartphone? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more news at Technave.com


Rumours: Leaked renders reveal Samsung Galaxy Note 8 front display

As we move closer and closer to the official release, a renowned Chinese leakster has leaked us some new renders of the possible Samsung Galaxy Note 8.

The renders clearly shows three models of the Note 8 with the exact same black bezels but with different screen displays. You may think that it is just a different display but if you look closer, the Note 8 may have different hues depending on its versions just as it did with the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus. As of now though, it will seem that the Note 8’s front will only be black, regardless of color.

Not much else can be seen from these renders, except maybe that the curves of the screen may be a bit less pronounced compared with the S8 series but regardless, it will still be branded as an infinity display.

The Galaxy Note 8 is expcted to be 6.3-inch is size and will be powered by the Snapdragon 835 flagship processor and possibly the Exynos 8895 in some markets. Complementing the chipsets will be 6GB of RAM, a dual 12MP main camera and powered by a questionable 3300 mAh battery.

No Malaysian release dates has been seen so far but it is heavily rumoured that the Note 8 will be launched worldwide on 23 August 2017. With that said, don’t forget to tune in to TechNave.com for the latest updates.


Rumours: Leaked roadmap shows Lenovo smartphone Android 6.0 updates?

After all the previous leaked Android 6.0 update roadmaps, it finally looks like Lenovo is doing theirs with their leaked Android 6.0 update roadmap. The roadmap details are as below:

No news on whether this is just of China or certain other regions with no specific Malaysia release dates and since this is an unconfirmed rumour do take this with a pinch of salt. Stay tuned and we'll keep you updated.


3GB RAM + 32GB storage Xiaomi Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus are now sporting 18:9 displays for RM679 and RM749 [Update] 2GB RAM & 4GB RAM versions coming on Friday

Xiaomi or Mi Malaysia have officially announced that the 3GB RAM and 32GB storage versions of their Xiaomi Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus are now available in Malaysia from RM679 and RM749. Available from 7 February 2018 at all 3 Mi stores, participating Mi Zones and their official Mi store on Lazada, the smartphones both sport fullview 18:9 aspect ratio displays and will come in black, blue and gold.

Here are the tech specs for the Xiaomi Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus:

[Update] The 2GB RAM + 16GB storage Redmi 5 and 4GB RAM + 64GB storage Redmi 5 plus will be available in Malaysia on Friday. Win the 2GB RAM + 16GB storage Redmi 5 in a Guess the Price contest from Mi Malaysia. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest tech news and prices.


All iPhone 13 models and more Android smartphones could feature LiDAR sensor

When it comes to depth sensors used by mobile device's, the LiDAR sensor used by Apple is probably considered the best. It's not all iPhones that get it though, with only the iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max from last year with it. However, it seems all the iPhone 13 models may have it.

According to 9to5Mac, a report from Digitimes claims that Apple is expected to equip all of its 2021 iPhone models with a LiDAR sensor, which would include all iPhone 13 models. Moreover, Sony has signed a new three-year deal with Apple to continue supplying LiDAR sensors. In other words, Apple may equip all its iPhones with a LiDAR sensor till 2023.

Interestingly enough, the rumour's headline also mentioned that more Android smartphones are expected to use the same type of sensors. Specifically, companies like Samsung are likely to start adopting these direct time-of-flight (dToF) sensors, with new Android devices featuring one to launch as early as the first half of 2022. Looks like these companies want to adopt more advance sensors instead of using the current ones.

If this rumour is true, it would mean more brands want to make 3D ToF a major feature. But honestly, is it a feature you find useful? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Rumours: Leaked video shows home button-less Apple iPhone 8 with a rear fingerprint scanner

So here’s something interesting, an online blogger called @DigitalChatStation has recently released a video about an Apple iPhone 8 and it appears to be one of those iPhone clones. Or is it?

From the short footage, we can see that the iPhone is following past schematic designs with the fingerprint sensor behind, should Apple couldn’t figure out how to integrate it at the front embedded under the display. But that being said, the front doesn’t seem to show any home button as well, this seems to suggest that the home button might have actually been relocated at the back where the fingerprint sensor is, which is why the screen-to-body ration seems large covering almost the whole front.

Having a home button at the back is unheard of, but we shouldn’t take this news seriously because for all we know, this phone could be just a dummy unit. But what do you think of having such feature? Would it be interesting? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


Rumours: Leaks suggests Apple iPhone 7 will have an audio jack

After many different leaks that suggests that the upcoming Apple iPhone will not have any 3.5mm audio jack, the latest leak that we got online suggests the opposite. A new report has contradicted all of the previous leaks, with new internal parts of the upcoming Apple iPhone 7 showing the presence of the audio jack for headphones.

The new part shows a section of the circuit board that suggests the presence of a headphone jack at the expected corner of the upcoming smartphone. While it does not show the port itself, the cut out suggests that there will be space for the jack to be installed in the phone.

There is also another possibility that this is for the second model of the iPhone 7. In any case, we will need to wait and see for the launch of the phone to ee if we have to migrate to new headphones, or the current batch of headphones we have at home is usable with the new iPhone 7.


Rumours: Lenovo P1 Mini and Samsung Galaxy A5's sequel tech specs leaked by TENAA

Words got out from TENAA that both the Lenovo K32C36 (Lenovo P1 Mini codename) and SM-A5100 (Samsung Galaxy A5’s successor) have passed and got certified. While we didn’t really get the full tech specs, but at least the important ones are listed:-

Besides that, either a Qualcomm Snapdragon or MediaTek chipset could end up in the P1 Mini. It will also sport a LED flash and will be available in four color tones – Black , White, Gold and Silver. On the other hand, Galaxy A5’s successor is available in Gold colour. Both of these are likely to be released next year and it’ll be 2016 soon, so hang on.


Rumours: Lenovo Sisley improves on Apple iPhone 6 design?

When the Apple iPhone 6 first came out, there were several nitpicks over the design which included the protruding rear camera and plastic inlay on the back casing for the antennas. Rumours have it that Lenovo could be coming out with a smartphone that improves on this design, replacing the 8MP protruding camera with a 13MP inset rear camera and moving most of the plastic inlays up to the top. This rumoured smartphone could be called the Lenovo Sisley with tech specs and features that also include a 5-inch display at 720p HD resolution and an 8MP front camera. Unfortunately, there are no other tech specs or details available yet and neither are Malaysia release dates or pricing but we should know more soon. While there is a pink Lenovo Sisley we expect Apple to come down hard on this one, especially since it is from a brand as big as Lenovo.


Rumours: Lenovo Vibe Max could have a 6-inch 2K display and stylus?

The new Lenovo Vibe Max could look like the Lenovo Vibe Z above

Lenovo is rumoured to be coming out with at least 5 new smartphones for the upcoming MWC 2015 (which is set for just next week). These could include the Lenovo Vibe X3, Vibe S1, Vibe P1, Vibe P1 Pro, Vibe Shot and now the Vibe Max. Tech specs for the Vibe Max stand out somewhat as these are rumoured to include a 6-inch 2K or 1440 x 2560 pixel resolution display, fingerprint sensor, NFC and be the first Lenovo Android smartphone to support a stylus. Unfortunately, there are no details or leaked pics for the Vibe Max just yet, but it should follow the same rounded corners with metallic trim for most of the other Lenovo Vibe range or it could go for the layered design like the Vibe X2. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details but again, MWC 2015 is just next week. We shouldn't have to wait long to find out more.


Rumours: Lenovo Vibe P2 assumed to be spotted online

Lenovo is on a roll, as they have focused their attention on the Motorola branding with the new Moto Z family. However they still remember their other brand, and we may see something new out of the Vibe stable with a purported model, tentatively called Vibe P2.

A benchmark entry on Geekbench sees the model to feature a Qualcomm snapdragon 625, 4GB of RAM, and running Android 6.0.1 out of the box. This is certainly a step-up from the previous model.

We may see a similar feature-set list as the Lenovo Vibe P1 for the Vibe P2. Expect a 5,000 mAh (or bigger!) battery with support for Quick Charge 2.0. The 5.5-inch, full HD screen may be paired with a 13-megapixel rear and a 5-megapixel front camera, as well as the ubiquitous fingerprint scanner.

Stay tuned to TechNave as more information on the Vibe P2 appears online.


Rumours: Lenovo Vibe S1 has world's first front dual camera?

We most recently saw a dual camera setup on the Honor 6 Plus smartphone and it offered hardware-based bokeh shots for those who like to blur or zoom in to certain portions of the picture after it has been taken. According to rumours and serial leaker @upleaks, the Lenovo Vibe S1 could be the world's first smartphone to have a dual camera setup on the front, so you can take bokeh selfie shots. While we estimate that the two front cameras are at most 8MP each, other tech specs includes a Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage + microSD, a 5-inch FHD display, 13MP rear camera with LED flash and Android 5.0 Lollipop. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet, but as always with such rumours, do take this with a pinch of salt.


Rumours: Lenovo Vibe X3 Lite with fingerprint scanner and 4G LTE coming soon?

It has been speculated that a low-end version of the Lenovo Vibe X3 will be released and called the Lenovo vibe X3 Lite. As usual, there’s no official price tag and Malaysia release date. But here’s what we got on the rumoured tech specs:-

Another name for the phone could also be the  Lenovo Lemon X3 Lite, with white, silver, gold and black colour options for the customers so stay tuned for more details. As always with such rumours, do take this with a pinch of salt, but we expect this feature-filled midranger to go for an affordable price tag.


Rumours: Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Plus 10 leaks online

IFA 2016 is just around the corner, and many manufacturers will be up and arms presenting their latest models to the world. Lenovo is expected to showcase multiple new models there – and one of it has been leaked online. The new Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Plus 10 is the update to the predecessor, with new functions and features.

The new tablet will feature a high-res 10-inch screen with an aspect ratio of 16:10 and a resolution of 2560x1600 – but paired with mid-range specs. Underneath that screen, you will find the Snapdragon 650 clocked at 1.8 GHz, backed up by a generous 9,300 mAh battery which is promised to deliver around 18 hours of usage. At 683 grams, it will be light for mobility and multimedia playback, and 32GB of internal storage paired with a microSD slot for expansion will make it good enough for filling up with content. For imaging, it will have a 13-megapixel camera at the back, and a USB Type-C port for data and charging. It will also have JBL speakers.

We can expect the tablet to be priced at USD 390 for the WiFi-only model, and USD 450 for the LTE equipped model. Stay tuned to TechNave for more information soon.


Rumours: Lenovo's Project Tango device leaked early online

While the big Lenovo event is due to happen tomorrow, the first leaks from that event is already out. If you remember yesterday we were talking about Lenovo's Project Tango that they will be announced soon – well, the first pictures of the device is out now, and it looks surprisingly normal.

Reportedly the device will be a 6.4 inch screen phablet, to be named as the Lenovo Phab2 Pro. We don’t have any info on the internals of the phone, but we will expect a mid-high to high-end processor to be fitted into the phone, as well as at least 3GB of RAM to ensure smooth Tango experience.

What makes this device special is the inclusion of three (yes 3!) cameras at the back of the phone. This is presumably to help capture spatial data that is needed to run the Project Tango platform. Also notable is the aluminium build and the inclusion of a fingerprint sensor  - but located at the middle of the back of the phone due to the placements of the camera.

We will keep everyone updated with more information once it appears online – only here on TechNave.


All iPhone 13 models could feature upgraded ultrawide camera

Is it the iPhone 13 or iPhone 12s? Some say Apple will skip the number 13, but no one knows for sure yet. Regardless, rumours continue to use either name interchangeably. One rumour claims that all four models will have an upgraded ultrawide camera.

Specifically, the new ultrawide sensor will have an aperture of f/1.8, compared to the previous f/2.4. This means that it can capture more light, thus delivering better low-light performance. As a result, the non-Pro variants could end up being better value for money.

According to MacRumours, analysts from Barclays claimed that all four models of the upcoming iPhone 13 series could come with the upgraded camera sensor. Interestingly, Kuo Ming-Chi - another well-known analyst - only the Pro and Pro Max models will feature the upgrade. Instead, the standard and mini variant will get the upgrade next year.

Since it's just speculation, for now, do take the news with a grain of salt. But with that said, would this upgrade make the standard or mini variant more appealing options for you? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more news.


Rumours: Lenovo to go all Moto with their smartphones?

A report that came out from Campaign Asia suggests that Lenovo will stop producing smartphones under their own brand. This may see the death of the Lenovo smartphone brand, or in another word, consolidation of brands by Lenovo.

We are seeing more Moto phones being produced by the company rather than the Lenovo Mobile sub-brand, and the same report says that the sales performance in the home country is not as encouraging as before. The Moto brand is stronger overseas, and that is probably one of the reasons why Lenovo is shifting brands around.

While PC is still the mainstay for Lenovo, mobile is a market that too big to ignore. Going forward, Lenovo is reportedly planning a slow transition from a hardware maker to a "customer-oriented company focusing on devices with artificial intelligence and cloud services." Stay tuned to TechNave for more Lenovo news.


Rumours: Live photos of LG G6 showcasing always-on display and shiny back

Once again, a couple more new images of the LG G6 leaked ahead of MWC. This time, they are live images showing something new, the phone is turned on and showcasing its Always-On Display, which shows the time, date, battery percentage at all times.

For a change, the phone isn’t the black variety, we could clearly see the minimal bezels on its side and top. The bottom bezel is slightly larger though, and features a simple LG branding in the middle. The rounded corners of the screen are a pleasant change from the usual square cut bezels, giving the phone a better uniformed look to go along with its rounded corners.

With a coloured version this time round, we could clearly see that the back is shiny, in what looked like clear-coated brushed aluminium. As usual, we see the horizontal placement of the dual cameras, split in the middle by the dual-LED flash, and a centralised fingerprint reader just beneath them. The G6 branding is on the lower half on the back of the device.

The source of these photos did offer some quick rundown of specs, much of have been heard of in the past weeks. The phone will have a 5.7-inch display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 SoC, 4GB of RAM, the base model will have at least 32GB of expandable storage and a 3200 mAh battery. LG is set to debut the G6 during an event at MWC 2017 on February 26, and we’ll be on the ground to bring you all the latest news. Stay tuned on TechNave.com


Rumours: "Live" video of Apple iPhone 7 & 7 Plus, may feature OIS inside the camera module

So here we are again, with another Apple iPhone 7 and 7 Plus html surfacing online, however, this time with a "live" video clip of the smartphones showing the details in HD. Everything that was seen in the video matches the previous rumours of the dual camera lens on the iPhone 7 Plus and the absence of 3.5mm headphone jacks, you can check out the video below:

Meanwhile, there's also another new leak of information suggesting that the camera module in both of the upcoming Apple iPhones will include Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). Posted by Nowhereelse.fr, the image evidence shows four small cutouts surrounding the single-lens camera, this allows the lens to float slightly with the springs, creating a clearer and less blurry pictures.

The four small cutouts design surrounding the lens

Expect more iPhone 7 rumours piling up until the official announcement next month, stay tuned for more news at Technave.com!


Rumours: Low-cost Apple iPhone 5C coming soon?

The upcoming low-cost Apple iPhone formerly known as the Apple iPhone Lite may now be known as the Apple iPhone 5C as recently discovered packaging show the name on the side of the box. While it could very well be another knock-off, the packaging jives with how the Apple iPod touch is being sold with a similar plastic container covered by a transparent top. The Apple iPhone 5C (if that is indeed the real name) will feature plastic backplates with plastic chassis and other plastic parts to help lower the price point. The good thing about this is that it may have various colours to choose from, which could also be what the C in iPhone 5C stands for as in "Colors". According to rumours, the Apple iPhone 5C and Apple iPhone 5S will be announced on 18 September but launched on 27 September 2013.[Source]


Rumours: Lumia 1330 coming with 14MP rear camera?

The tech specs are very similar to the Lumia 1320 as pictured above

According to GFX Benchmark, a new Microsoft Lumia device could soon be coming with a 14MP rear camera. The RM-1062 appearing as the device could well be the Lumia 1330 as it also came with other tech specs and features similar to the Lumia 1320. These include a 5.7-inch display with 720 x 1280 pixel resolution, quad-core Snapdragon 400 processor, 512MB RAM and 32GB storage. Apart from the 14MP rear camera the smartphone could also come with a 5MP front camera as well. From the tech specs, the Lumia 1330 could well be the little brother of the Lumia 1320 phablet but the Snapdragon 400 processor could also mean that the Lumia 1330 will come with 4G LTE connectivity. We expect the dual SIM version to arrive in Malaysia but there are still no exact Malaysia release dates or pricing details just yet.


Rumours: Magnesium-aluminium alloy build featured in Meizu Blue Charm Metal teaser?

Rumours about the Meizu Blue Charm Metal, which will make its debut on 21 October 2015 include that it will feature a magnesium-aluminium alloy build to give it a more premium feel. But first, the tech specs:-

The discovery was on Weibo when they released a teaser of the product. A periodic table with Magnesium (Mg, atomic number 12) and Aluminium (Al, atomic number 13) was highlighted indicating what materials are being used for the smartphone. Plastic will be used first in a trio layered material, then followed by a later of metal sandwiched by another layer of plastic on top. There is a fourth layer, which is sprayed on it. This also means that the magnesium-aluminium alloy will probably be in between those two layers of plastic.

Besides the colour blue, there are also other colours offered such as pink, champagne, graphite and white. On the other hand, the teaser also showed a new smartwatch that will pair with the Blue Charm Metal as well. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet but stay tuned for more information.

The price and availability are to be revealed on 21 October 2015


Rumours: Malaysia to get both Exynos and Snapdragon 800 Samsung Galaxy Note III versions?

It almost seems like deja vu as information surfaces about Malaysia getting both Exynos and Snapdragon 800 powered versions of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note III phablet. Coming from the same source that said we'd get the Exynos Octa and Snapdragon 600 powered versions of the Samsung Galaxy S4, the site has released a country list for the various versions of the phablet. As mentioned earlier, Malaysia is listed as getting the SM-N900 and the SM-N9005. Tech specs for both are as follows:

As you can see, the Exynos powered version has no LTE while the Snapdragon 800 version supports LTE. A third version with no LTE but supporting dual-SIM is also said to be available but just for select markets like China. With the Samsung Galaxy Note III reveal just around the corner on 4 September 2013, we're expecting the two Samsung Galaxy Note III versions to quickly make appearances in the SIRIM database after this date.


Rumours: MaxisONE brochure leak shows double the data, unlimited calls and SMS for all plans?

Leaked brochures of the upcoming MaxisONE plan have appeared showing double the data for each of the MaxisONE Plans from the MaxisONE Plan 98 to the MaxisONE Plan 188. According to the brochure, all plans will have unlimited calls and unlimited SMS to all networks. In addition, there will also be free 5GB of video streaming from iflix, Viu, Eros Now and Hopster for the first four months. The leak comes courtesy of a Maxis reseller but we should know for sure about it today during the official announcement. Stay tuned for more at TechNave.com.


Rumours: MediaTek Helio P35 will be designed as a Snapdragon 660 alternative

As part of their next wave of product announcement, MediaTek is currently designing a new mid-tier processor for its helio range. The new Helio P35 is said to have a deca-core CPU, with two Cortex-A73 64-bit cores clocked to 2.2GHz for heavy processing work.

The GPU in this SoC will be the Mali G71, which promises 20% better power efficiency, and 40% better performance density. However the SoC itself is said to only support 1080p display – so no 4K display using this chipsets.

It will support up to 10GB of LPDDR4 RAM, and has a Cat 10 LTE modem with a max download speed of up to 450Mbps. There is also UFS2.1 support, and MediaTek’s Pump Express 3.0 fast charging technology.

We should be seeing this chipset arrive on smartphones by the third quarter of 2017, a quarter later than Qualcomm’s 660 SoC. However this may be a good thing because manufacturers will have longer lead-time to develop their smartphone with this new chipset. Look forward to our coverage of the new smartphones, here on TechNave.


Rumours: Mediatek’s Helios X30 beats Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 820 in Antutu tests?

While the Helio X25 is still in production, Mediatek is already hard at work in the next generation SoC called the X30. According to reports online, this upcoming processor will best Qualcomm’s current champion, the Snapdragon 820 by a significant margin.

The Helio X30 is expected to be built by TSMC using the 10nm process, making it twice as efficient as the current Helio X20. The new SoC will be using ARM's new Artemis cores alongside older Cortex cores, and will continue to employ the tri-cluster designed used by its predecessor.

Early benchmarks with the X30 shows that it leads the pack, with over 30000 more points than the Snapdragon 820 on Antutu. This is the same processor that is being used by current flagships such as the Samsung Galaxy S7 and HTC 10.

The Helio X30 is reportedly to support a dual camera set up, a 26MP camera, VR connections, LTE Cat.13 connectivity, and 8GB of RAM. Will we see a cheap phone with 8GB in the near future?


All iPhone 14 models confirmed to use 6GB of RAM

As usual, Apple is notorious for not revealing the RAM figure in its iPhone presentation. So when a new iPhone model is released, it was only a matter of time before we found out about it. According to MacRumors.com, all four iPhone 14 models are confirmed to use 6GB of RAM.

So how did they find out? Well, it was just digging into the latest Xcode 14 beta files inside the iPhone 14 series. This marks the first time that all the models have the same RAM, unlike the predecessors where only the pro variants have 6GB of RAM while the mini and vanilla use 4GB of RAM.

There were speculations that the iPhone 14 Pro variants could use an LPDDR5 RAM but that is yet to be confirmed. So until then, it will take a little bit longer to discover the type of RAM after the iPhone 14 series go on sale. This goes the same for the battery packs, where we think it should be at least more than 3100mAh.

We recently did a breakdown of 7 "lacklustre" features on the iPhone 14 series that are actually improvements, at least from a technical point of view. The iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max pre-orders for the Malaysian market start on 16 September and they will be available on 23 September 2022. The iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus pre-orders will begin on the same day too. However, the iPhone 14's availability will come first on 23 September, followed by the iPhone 14 Plus on 7 October 2022.

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


Rumours: Meizu Blue Charm Metal 2 spotted in TENAA

The last time we heard about Meizu Blue Charm Metal was back in October last year, now it seems that the company is planning to launch another newer version called Blue Charm Metal 2 (or Meizu Metal 2, internationally) and it also passed TENAA certification recently. Here are some of the tech-specs that were on the list:

On a side note, the tech-specs above by TENAA kind of reminds us that it seems similar with the m3 note, so maybe it will be a regional version for specific markets. Stay tuned for more news at Technave.com.


Rumours: Meizu CEO confirms there's a new Meizu device with curved screen display

Last week, we reported that Meizu was planning to manufacture a new curved display device and could feature an Exynos 8890 chipset. There was also a leaked image of the supposedly new Meizu with a curved screen display, but it was taken very poorly (perhaps on purpose), but now there's a second image leak which might seem too good to be true, showing Meizu CEO, Huang Zhang confirming the existence of a curved screen Meizu smartphone in some kind of online message board.

From what we know, the CEO said the new Meizu is in development at the moment and the company won't be naming it the Meizu Pro 6 Edge. It's definitely not the Pro 7 either since the Pro 6 was just recently released, so it's safe to say that it's definitely a new name. Lastly, he also mentioned that Flyme 6 OS is in development as well and it's like the new version will debut together with the upcoming Meizu smartphone.

Aside from that, there was nothing else the CEO mentioned. No release date was given, but seeing how Meizu conquered the month of April with three new devices; we should be seeing the new one in the second half of 2016. As for the price, it's said to be more than 3000 Yuan (around RM1866).

Until then, stay tuned for more news at Technave.com!


Rumours: Meizu M3 Note hinted by Meizu CEO and Pro 6 price tag revealed?

With the Meizu Pro 6 tease going on, company CEO Huang Zhang has revealed that Meizu will annouce the Meizu M3 Note to the public first before the Pro 6, and hinted the device will come in a slim body with a large battery capacity. He promises to reveal more details tomorrow.

According to rumours online, it's speculated that the M3 Note might sport an octa-core MediaTek Helio P10 chipset, a 5-inch (or 5.5-inch) display with 1080p resolution, a fingerprint sensor and a huge 3500 mAh battery. It's also said the price tag is only 1000 Yuan (around RM612).

Speaking of prices, a screenshot of an email by Meizu VP Li Nan is leaked online revealing the Pro 6's price tag which is 2699 Yuan (around RM1652). That's all we have from Meizu today, so stay tuned for more news at Technave.com!


Rumours: Meizu M5 Note seen online ahead of its Dec 6 launch

If you have yet to read our review of the Meizu M3 Note, have a click here. In the mean time, there is a new report online stating that Meizu is prepping the launch of the update to the Meizu M3 Note. Filings on TENAA have shown that the new Meizu M5 Note is real, and it is coming to market real soon.

According to the filing, the M5 Note features a 5.5-inch display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. The device weighs 175g and has a dimension of 153.6 x 75.8 x 8.15 mm. The device will have a large 4,000mAh battery under its hood.

To run the show, it is set to use MediaTek’s Helio P10 SoC, with multiple RAM/Storage combos – 2GB/16GB, 3GB/32GB and 4GB/64GB. Micro SD is also available, and there will be a combo of 13-megapixel rear camera and 5-megapixel selfie shooter.

We are set to see this phone officially launched this coming December 6, and we will share with everyone if the phone is heading our way pretty soon. In the mean time, stay tuned to TechNave for more up to date news on Meizu.


Rumours: Meizu MX4 photos leak, almost no bezels

The upcoming rumoured Meizu MX4 smartphone has apparently been photographed with a picture showing the smartphone to have nearly no bezels. While the rest of the design follows the Apple iPhone right down to the rounded corners and circular home button, the screen looks to be much bigger. Rumoured tech specs include a versions that will have a 5.5-inch screen with 1536 x 2560 pixel resolution along with a version offering a 5-inch screen and 1080 x 1800 pixel resolution. Other tech specs include 3GB of RAM, a 16MP rear camera and 8MP front camera. No Malaysia release dates or pricing yet and it will likely never come to Malaysia unless through third-party sellers. However, the Meizu MX4 is rumoured to be priced around $320 (RM1011) perhaps to give the Xiaomi Mi 4 some competition. [Source]


Rumours: Meizu MX4 smartphone coming with world's smallest bezels?

While a completely edge-to-edge smartphone has yet to become a reality, it appears that the upcoming Meizu MX4 smartphone could be the smartphone with the world's slimmest bezels yet. This rumour comes courtesy of ePrice who have leaked the front panel of the Meizu MX4 and the tech specs that the side bezels will be a near non-existant 1.1mm. According to other rumours, the Meizu MX4 will come in two versions with other tech specs and features to include a version with a 5-inch full HD display and another version with a 5.5-inch display with a 1536 x 2560 pixel resolution. While this may seem a bit off from the usual 2560 x 1440 resolution, Meizu have done weird resolutions before when they released their MX3 smartphone with a resolution of 1080 x 1800 pixels. Other notable tech specs include a Snapdragon 805 processor, 3GB of RAM and a 16MP rear camera but no confirmation on which model might have these. No Malaysia release dates or pricing yet but we expect the Meizu MX4 to appear in China next month in August 2014.


Rumours: Meizu MX6 could arrive sooner than expected

You might recall a post from AnTuTu regarding the rumoured Meizu MX6 early this year, it's possible that the MX6 flagship could be launched ahead of schedule this mid year around May because of the earthquake in Taiwan that halt the production of the Pro 5 mini.

To recap, the Mx6 could feature a new MT6767 Helio X20 deca-core chipset clocked at 1.846GHz and powered by 3GB RAM, 32GB of internal storage Mali-T880 MP4 (four core) GPU and a 1080p display. We can also expect the device to operate on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, and what's more, Meizu is reportedly adding a pressure sensitive display for the device.

Like its competitor, Xiaomi, the MX6 flagship should be quite affordable as well though that is remain to be seen. Stay tuned for more news at Technave!


Rumours: Meizu MX6 with new MT6767 deca-core chipset on the way?

A new rumoured Meizu smartphone was spotted on the AnTuTu benchmark website and it was indicated that it could be the new Meizu MX6 model, and with some tech specs revealed as well featuring a new MT6767 Helio X20 deca-core chipset.

Along with the new age Mediatek chipset, it will be clocked at 1.846GHz and powered by 3GB RAM, 32GB of internal storage Mali-T880 MP4 (four core) GPU and a 1080p display. We can also expect the device to operate on Android 6.0 Marshmallow.

Here are also some interesting facts on the MT6767 deca-core processor, it's going to be the first chipset to feature a tri-cluster design. What the tri-cluster design does is helping to reduce CPU power consumption, it will feature two Cortex A72 cores clocked at 2.5GHz, four Cortex A53 cores clocked at 2GHz and another four Cortex A53 cores clocked at 1.4GHz.

This actually sounds promising, but we will have to wait for a few months and see if it's really the MX6 coming. Stay tuned for more news!


Rumours: Meizu Pro 5 mini appears online?

An online store in Europe called eFOX revealed the still unofficially announced Meizu Pro 5 mini on its site along with the price and tech specs. While it is not official just yet here are the tech specs:-

For a mini version of the Meizu Pro 5, the tech specs seems to be too good but since these are not official this could be just a rumour still. We will have to wait and see until the first half of next year for the official statement so do take this with a pinch of salt. Until then, sit tight and we will keep a lookout.


Rumours: Meizu Pro 5 mini image leaked

It's been awhile since we last heard of Meizu Pro 5 mini rumours, the last time it appeared was three months ago in some online shop and disappeared after that. However, it came back again with a leaked picture telling us that it isn't just a mere rumour.

From the image, it seems that the Pro 5 mini will go fullmetal. It also looks like the device will have a dual LED flash just below the rear camera which is rumoured to be 20.7MP. Other than that, it's also rumoured to equip a Helio X20 chipset, 3GB RAM, 32GB internal storage (128GB space for microSD card), 4.7-inch AMOLED display with 1080p resolution, Dual SIM slot, a fingerprint scanner, Android 5.1 Lollipop inside the hood and 3050 mAh battery.

Lastly, the device could go for sale in April with a price tag of 2499 Yuan (around RM1609). That's still kind of a long way to go, so sit tight and we will keep you all in the loop of the Pro 5 mini.


All local telecommunication companies will provide free network calling in conjunction with Hari Raya Aidilfitri

Today, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) just posted an announcement that Malaysians would be able to have a free call during the Hari Raya Aidilfitri holidays. In this short announcement, all the local telcos are in agreement that the free calls will start from 10 PM today (12 May 2021) until 10 AM (13 May 2021).

From the post, the mobile operators that are involved are none other than Celcom, Digi, Maxis and U Mobile. Moreover, the other players such as REDtone, Tune Talk, Yoodo and YES 4G are counted as well. TM Unifi and TIME dotCom are in too so it's basically covering everyone across the nation.

[KENYATAAN MEDIA]Syarikat telekomunikasi sedia kemudahan panggilan percuma sempena Hari Raya AidilfitriYB Dato Saifuddin AbdullahMenteri Komunikasi dan Multimedia12 Mei 2021 pic.twitter.com/l0NTKSKRRc

MCMC also stated that the free call offer provided by each company is subject to the respective terms and conditions. So if you have any enquiries on this service offer, you are advised to contact your respective mobile service provider.

Stay safe, stay healthy, stay in touch with your families, and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Rumours: Meizu Pro 6 Lite version spotted on Geekbench?

If you've been keeping track on Meizu, they surprised us with not one but three new devices just last month and they aren't even done yet. Thanks to the marketing and popularity in China, it seems that Meizu has decided to launch another product called the Meizu Pro 6 Lite, and we got some tech-specs from Geekbench too.

According to Geekbench, the listing shows that the device is a lesser version of the Pro 6 featuring 3GB RAM, as for the processor, it seems that they won't be downgrading it and will continue using the new Helio X25 chipset. Scores-wise, it's 2061 point in the single-core test and 6691 points in the multi-core test. This is surprising because, the original Pro 6 score only got 1800 and 6200-6300 points respectively, but then again, this is not really official.

There's no word on when is it available, but surely it will come this year. So keep calm, stay tuned for more news at Technave.com.


Rumours: Meizu Pro 6 reportedly to feature 6GB RAM

A new insider report from China suggests that Meizu is planning to release the Meizu Pro 6 flagship smartphone in August this year, and it will have two variants based on the memory storage on board.

Similarly to the Vivo Xplay 5, it's reported that the Pro 6 will also have 6GB RAM inside with 128GB of internal storage. The other version, on the other hand, will feature 4GB RAM + 64GB ROM. Other than that, it might sport an Exynos 8890 chipset, a 1080p screen resolution, a Hi-Fi 3.0, fast charge technology, along with a Mback 3.0 software and Flyme 6.0 OS. Reports are claiming we can expect a 3D touch like feature on the device as well.

Is 6GB RAM becoming a trend in the future? Do we really need such device? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more news at Technave!


Rumours: Meizu Pro 7 already in talks for newer processor

The Meizu Pro 6 is not even been half a year old yet, and there are already talks of the next successor the Pro 7. This was leaked after Meizu MX6 was released just last week, in a screenshot of Meizu VP, Li Nan on his remarks of the Pro 7 plans for 2017.

In the leaked screenshot, Li Nan has hinted the Pro 7 will feature a better processor and will be different from Samsung's Exynos 8890 which the Pro 5 has, the Pro 6 is said to have an Exynos 8890 variant but that is remained to be seen. To add on to that, he also mentioned the all networks bands in China will be supported by the new processor, like the Exynos 8890.

Currently, the Meizu Pro 6 is equipping a high-end MediaTek Helio X25 chip and it's reputed to be faster and stronger. The Pro 7 should be out next year in the second quarter if the company stays true to the tradition, stay tuned for more news at Technave.com.


Rumours: Meizu Pro 7 render concepts appears online showing us its secondary display

Remember about that unique secondary display  at the back of the Meizu Pro 7 phone? Someone just did some render concept of them and it actually looks really good. It’s also something that we’ve never seen before.

The question of the secondary display behind to you might be “Do we need it?” Well, why not? Some devices do have a secondary display like the HTC U Ultra, it’s just that Meizu’s version is different. We are pretty sure it will also do the same, such as showing us the time, notifications, incoming calls and so on. Would be cool if somehow, the secondary display can also serve as a selfie “mirror”, but that’s just a wild wish. Specification-wise, rumours have it that there will be three variants based on the chipsets using Exynos 8890 and MediaTek Helio P30.

So what do you think of the secondary display? Keep in mind that it’s not really an official image so take it with a pinch of salt. Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Meizu news at TechNave.com.


Rumours: Meizu Pro 7 to go bezel-less?

Not sure if going bezel-less will be the next trend but it seems that Meizu is trying to jump on the bandwagon after Xiaomi Mi Mix's success, and the on-going rumours of both Apple and Samsung taking the same road. Anyway, new leaked renders were spotted online and it's said to be the new Meizu Pro 7.

Posted by @Kjuma on Weibo, the Pro 7 will feature:

Judging by the tech-specs, it's not clear whether the company will adopt a Qualcomm chipset since they always used MediaTek's; it's also weird to see them using Flyme 5.1 OS again, even with Nougat 7.0 is slowly starting to roll out globally.

Putting that aside, two of the cool "rumoured" features we can see here are the mCharge being able to charge the phone fully from 0% in just 40 minutes, and the front camera changes its position from the front to the top.

The fingerprint sensor embedded inside the diplay

We can safely assume the Pro 7 will be released next year since they have been releasing quite a few handsets this year. Until then, stay tuned for more news at Technave.com.


Rumours: Meizu X information leaks online – powered by Helio X30 comes with ring flash

While Meizu is slowly growing in stature and brand awareness – it doesn't stop them from creating new and exciting products. An event happening this 30th November is set to be Meizu’s crown jewel for 2016 as they are ready to unveil the Meizu X. However we have some sneak peeks on the device, with a new feature never seen before in a smartphone.

Reports are suggesting that a new Helio X30 chip will power the all-metal Meizu X, which is a 10-core processor. The GPU in charge of graphics should be the PowerVR 7XT quad-core GPU, the same one used in the iPhone 7 series. No other specs have been leaked, so we have to wait for the launch date.

One new feature that we can expect with the Meizu X is the inclusion of a ring-flash around the camera at the rear of the smartphone. This is a new feature that has yet to be seen with other smartphones in the market. We do not know how effective this flash will be, so aw have to wait for its official unveiling soon.

Stay tuned to TechNave as we bring more news on the new Meizu X.


Rumours: Meizu coming out with a Star Trek edition smartphone?

Star Trek is one of those sci-fi shows that many in the real world borrow ideas from for devices that we use today. Because of that show, we have made technological leaps in mobile computing. With the recent Star Trek Beyond movie, Meizu would like to cash in the brand as it sets sail to movie theatres there in September.

The external customization looks to be minimal, with the Star Trek logo on the back of the phone, which is done in a bluish-grey finish. The main bulk of the customization seems to be the UI, that we see the Kelvin-timeline Star Trek UI and graphics being used as part of the phone’s custom launcher. No news on the model or specs of the device, but from the looks of it, it may be a Meizu m3 Note.

Are you excited with this special edition? Will you get one if it is in Malaysia? Will you go where no man has gone before? Stay tuned to TechNave as we bring more information on the Meizu Star Trek Edition phone soon.


Rumours: Meizu is experimenting a glass body model for the Pro 7

Rumours about the Meizu Pro 7 seems to be getting quite consistent, as once again, another leaked picture of the model is found online showing the exact same unique secondary screen display and dual camera sensors on top.

So is there any difference this time? Surprisingly, yes. From our past Pro 7 news, the render concepts and leaked model pictures have indicated that the body will be built in full metal. However, the latest one shows a glossy glass-like body. On the other hand, the blue model that you’re seeing is the dummy cover.

And if you understand Mandarin, the characters that are on the body (refer cover image) means ‘prototype 8’. In other words, it’s safe to say that there are a few prototypes that Meizu are testing so this is not the finalized model.

Meizu is sure working hard on this new technology aspect, personally I don’t really mind if it’s in full metal or glass body. I just want to see how the secondary display works. Stay tuned for more Meizu news at TechNave.com.


Rumours: Meizu planning to a new curved display device this year?

Earlier this week, we reported that a rumour about Meizu was planning to release a Pro 6 with Exynos 8890 chipset installed inside, now we got another interesting source of information because it might not be a new Pro 6 but Meizu is actually planning to make another new device with a display curved just like Samsung's flagship.

If this is the case, then that could mean that Meizu wasn't planning to release a better variant of the model (due to the mixed feedback of the Helio X25 chipset), but instead, they might want to release a high-end version. Word got around that it could cost around 3000 Yuan (around RM1859), nonetheless, we should take this with a grain of salt as it's still too early to confirm with the lack of details. Perhaps the phone might come out at the second half of 2016, and see it alongside with the rumoured MX6 flagship, or maybe it's the MX6 itself?

For the tech-specs, we previously speculated that the MX6 it might sport a MediaTek Helio X20 SoC with 10-core CPU and Mali-T880 MP4 GPU, a full HD display, 3GB/32GB memory configuration, 21MP rear + 8MP megapixel front camera, 4,000mAh battery, and Android 6.0 Marshmallow out of the box. Stay tuned for more news at Technave.com


Rumours: Meizu smartwatch to be launched on August 10

We have seen the sketch of the Meizu smartwatch, and now someone has posted the real world photos of the Meizu smartwatch online – and it looks good.

The Meizu smartwatch looks to be feature customizable watch faces, physical button and a fashionable leather straps. The specs of the watch itself is reported to be having a Rockchip RK6321 SoC with two Cortex A5 cores running the show, but with no other information given. We have to assume that the watch will not run Android Wear, unless Google has added Rockchip into their Wear-supported list.

Stay tuned for August 10 as that is the purported launch date for the wearable as well as their next Meizu phone – the Meizu Metal 2. TechNave will be here to share with you the latest news of the new Meizu devices.


All new BlackBerry Motion leaks images, no physical keyboard in sight

Move over a little KeyOne, an all-new BlackBerry device may have just been leaked to us, courtesy of GSMArena. The prodigal device has been reported to be called the BlackBerry Motion.

Interestingly enough though, you would think it will have some moving parts like a sliding QWERTY keyboard but according to the reports and the image leaks, there won’t even be a physical keyboard. In fact, this may even be a KeyOne without the keyboard.

Following suit, the BlackBerry Motion is reported to rock the humble Snapdragon 625 chipset with 4GB RAM and 4000 mAh worth of battery. That ridiculously off-the-top battery is expected to go all day and all night.

With that said, there is no official news about the Malaysian launch nor the official price but it is still looking mighty fine and we do hope we will see it soon over on this side of the world.

What do you think TechNavers? Do you think you would consider going into BlackBerry with the Motion? Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates.


Rumours: Meizu to follow bezel-less trend by 2018

It will only make sense for companies such as Meizu to follow with the latest trend. Of course, this time around the trend would be the bezel-less display such as the infinity display from the Samsung Galaxy S8 or the Xiaomi Mi Mix.

No name has been given yet but from what it can be read from GizmoChina, the device is expected to use a Qualcomm flagship chip and will cost around 4000 Yuan (RM2500). There are also suggestions that the device may have a greater screen-to-body ratio as compared to the Xiaomi Mi Mix and may rock a ceramic body.

Meizu’s Jack Wong hinted that they will be working on such a phone but only by the year 2018 due to an ongoing process of corporate restructuring.

Due to the fact that no name has been given to the upcoming phone yet, there is no way of finding any news on the Malaysian release nor pricing yet and as all rumours, please do take it with a grain of salt until we have confirmation. So please stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest updates.


Rumours: Meizu to release the MX6 in second half of 2016

Meixu is right now focusing on the Meizu Pro 6 as their darling right now, but the next MX series from Meizu, the Meizu MX6, will be coming in the second half of the year, according to sources on the internet. With a ten-core processor reportedly beating at its heart, it is a model to look out for from June onwards.

The current MX5 was announced in 2015, around the mid-way point of the year, so the report of the MX6 coming around that time is around the expected timeline. It should be sporting a good set of features.

It is said to be powered by a MediaTek Helio X20 SoC with 10-core CPU and Mali-T880 MP4 GPU, and sports a full HD display. Other rumoured specs include, 3GB/32GB memory configuration, 21 megapixel rear/8 megapixel front camera combo, 4,000mAh battery, and Android 6.0 Marshmallow out of the box.

The Meizu MX5 is priced around RM 1500 here in Malaysia, so we can expect the Meizu MX6 to carry a similar price tag when it launches soon.


Rumours: Metal body Nokia Lumia 929 spotted

It appears that the 2nd Nokia Lumia with a metal chassis may appear as the Nokia Lumia 929. Spotted recently in a video (which has since been taken down by Youtube), the video shows off a number of very tempting tech specs and features which include a 5-inch 1080p display along with a 20MP PureView camera. The Lumia 929 is expected to replace the Lumia 928 for Verizon, which could make it a Verizon-only model. No news on pricing or Malaysia release dates, but we'll keep you updated as to any new details so stay tuned.

Press renders of the Nokia Lumia 929 released earlier by @evleaks


Rumours: Metal-body Samsung Galaxy Alpha coming on 4 August 2014?

Despite it's standing as one of the top smartphone makers in the world, almost none of Samsung's smartphones have a complete metal body. While the rumours of a metal-body Samsung flagship smartphone have yet to die down, it appears that there are rumours about the first all-metal Samsung smartphone actually being a midrange model going by the name of the Samsung Galaxy Alpha or otherwise known as the Samsung Galaxy S5 Alpha or even the Samsung Galaxy F. Reportedly coming on 4 August 2014 tech specs for the Galaxy Alpha include a 4.8-inch 720p display, 32GB storage and fingerprint scanner (likely built into the home button). No news yet on Malaysia release dates or pricing but we should be able to find out more by next week at least. In the meantime, do check out these leaked pics of the smartphone next to the Samsung Galaxy S5.


Rumours: Metallic Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 Pro picture leaked

Pictures of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 Pro were leaked online yesterday with rumours of the chassis build in a metal form casing. It was also speculated that it will come in two versions, one with a fingerprint sensor and the other without one. On the other hand, it’s said that it will follow the same tech specs of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 2, so the tech specs are more or less likely to be:-

It’s possible that the Redmi Note 2 Pro is a response for the recently released Meizu Metal last week, however do keep in mind these are just rumours so take it with a pinch of salt. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details but do stay tuned for more information.


Rumours: Microsoft Lumia 650 image and specifications leaked already?

It was not so long ago that Microsoft Malaysia released the Microsoft Lumia 550 just last month along with the Nokia 230 Dual SIM, but there's a leaked image of a Lumia 650 from @evleaks which shows the front look of the device.

According to the rumours, the device will look just like the Lumia 550 except for the metal frame. Specifications could include a  quad-core 1.1GHz Snapdragon 210 or 212 chipset, 1GB RAM, 8GB of expandable storage, 5-inch display with 720 resolution, supports WiFi, Bluetooth and GPS, 2000 mAh battery, and of course it runs on Windows 10 Mobile.

In the price tag corner, the smartphone could cost $199 (around RM827) in the USA and €199 (around RM917) in Europe. It's speculated that it might show up at the MWC 2016 in the coming weeks too, though it seems unlikely since they have not made any announcement prior to that.

Stay tuned for more news in Technave as we draw closer to MWC 2016!


Rumours: Microsoft Lumia 850 to have four colour options?

Images of the Microsoft Lumia 850, also code name Honjo were leaked online from @evleaks in China during the weekends showing us there could be four different colour options for the device - white gold, rose gold, black and plain steel colour.

Also according to rumours, the Lumia 850 might have tech specs that include a Snapdragon 410 or 617 chipset, 1GB RAM, 5-inch or 5.7-inch Full HD panel display and a 10MP PureView-branded camera. This suggests that the device will be in mid-range class.

Microsoft seems to be keeping the Lumia 850 in much secrecy, but we will keep you people updated. Meanwhile, you can check out their latest smartphone - the Microsoft Lumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL which will be coming soon in Malaysia.


Rumours: Microsoft Lumia 950 XL renders and tech specs leaked?

Rumours about the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL have cropped up including tech specs and renders of Microsoft's next flagship smartphone in a while. Coming courtesy of @OnLeaks the Lumia 950 XL measures in at 151.9 x 78.4 x 7.8mm but will be 9.9mm at its camera hump. Tech specs and features include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor, 3GB RAM, 32GB storage + microSD, 5.7-inch 2K display, 20MP PureView Camera, 3300 mAh battery, USB Type-C port and Qi wireless charging. Expected to arrive on 6 October 2015 with the Lumia 950 and Lumia 550, there are still no Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet. While the renders and video look accurate, do take this rumour with a pinch of salt as there could still be surprises in store for Microsoft Lumia fans.


Rumours: Microsoft Lumia prototype spotted online, could be Lumia 1020's successor

Microsoft has yet to announce a true successor to the Lumia 1020 smartphone and while nobody knows whether there will be a second generation Lumia 1020, a prototype device with the model number RM-1052 was recently spotted on a Chinese auction website. The RM-1052 could be the rumored Nokia 'McLaren' which was expected to succeed the Lumia 1020. Tech specs include a quad core processor, 2GB RAM and a 1080p Full HD screen up front, but the size is unknown. Judging from the looks, it could be a 5 inch screen, which also makes sense since the Lumia 1020 came with a slightly smaller 4.5 inch display. The design looks in line with the 1020 especially the large rear camera housing. However, instead of a polycarbonate body, it is made of metal. The photo clearly reveals that it is a prototype device as there is the 'Property of Microsoft' and 'Not for Sale' branding on the back. Back in July, it was reported that Microsoft had cancelled plans for the Nokia 'McLaren', so even though this prototype made it to the internet, it doesn't confirm the existence of a successor to the 41MP Lumia model so do take this rumour with a pinch of salt.


Rumours: Microsoft Surface 5 to feature Intel Kaby Lake and more storage?

The Microsoft Surface 4 is currently one of the best productivity tool that one can ask for – in terms of processing power and storage. The only downside is the price – but it can’t be helped as you need to pay more for more specs. The upcoming Surface tablet refresh – the Surface 5 series – may see an increase of the built-in storage. We may see storage options up to 512GB!

Overall looks of the Surface line should be status quo, as it combines the best form factor and features one could ask. However the next Surface may see the inclusion of Intel’s latest processor – the Kaby Lake-based chips to run things under the hood. We may also see the inclusion og USB Type-C conenctors – possibly replacing the mini DisplayPort that Microsoft have on their Surface Pro 4. Display wise we may or may not see the use of 4K display in the unit.

The Microsoft Surface family of product continues to be the benchmark for other manufacturers to follow suit in terms of hardware and software design & integration, and the latest model may stir more interest in the world of 2-in-1s. Stay tuned to TechNave as we bring more information on the next Surface tablet.


All new HP Spectre revealed as world's thinnest laptop

Just over the weekend in Macau, HP has announced the new HP Spectre as the world's thinnest laptop, measuring at only 10.4mm thick and 1.11kg. The lightweight laptop is durable yet stylish with a carbon fibre bottom, high glass copper accents that reflect a hand-polished, jewelry-like finish and an innovative hidden piston hinge creates the illusion of a hinge-less design to offer an unmatched premium look-and-feel. It currently cost $1249 (around RM4851) and it will be available in Asia Pacific and Japan at May.

The Spectre is powered by Intel Core i5 and i7 processors delivering superb performance, a lightning fast PCIe SSD with storage up to 512 GB(6) with up to 8 GB of memory for maximum performance, it also carries a full HD IPS 13.3-inch diagonal edge-to-edge display featuring Corning Gorilla glass, Bang & Olufsen sound, AAA-battery that can last for nine and a half hours, lastly, there are three full function USB Type-CTM connectors, including two of which support ThunderboltTM, to provide a fast, versatile I/O connection.

Anneliese Olson (second left), General Manager and Vice President of Personal Systems Business, HP Asia Pacific and Japan and Macau models showing the new HP Spectre

“The HP Spectre is the thinnest notebook in the world, and unlike the majority of other super thin PCs on the market, this laptop doesn’t compromise power or features,” said Anneliese Olson, “A beautiful Full HD edge-to-edge display, Intel Core i processors coupled with Bang & Olufsen sound and a sexy and thin design, HP amazing engineers set a new standard with the all-new Spectre.”

Meanwhile, there were other HP products too such as the HP EliteBook Folio and HP Elite x3 for business purpose, and 15.6-inch HP ENVY laptop featuring Intel Core processors up to i7 with option of UMA or Intel Iris graphics, 16 GB of memory with dual storage options of up to 1 TB HDD and 256 GB PCIe SSD, and Windows Hello support on an optional HD IR camera. The HP ENVY will also be available in Asia Pacific and Japan from May with a starting price at $779 (around RM3026).

For more information, visit their official website www.hp.com.


Rumours: Microsoft Surface Mini coming on 29 May 2014

The Microsoft Surface Mini remains one of those as of yet unannounced rumours but Microsoft have since come out with an invite for a "small gathering" on 29 May 2014, hinting that they could be announcing the Surface Mini tablet there. Currently, rumours have the Microsoft Surface Mini sized with a 7.5-inch display with 1440 x 1080 pixel resolution and 4:3 Aspect Ratio to compete directly with the Apple iPad Mini. Previous versions like the Microsoft Surface and Surface Pro use a 16:9 Aspect Ratio. Other tech specs and features include an NVIDIA Tegra processor, Windows RT, 2GB of RAM, 32GB / 64GB of storage and no built-in kickstand. It is expected to have WiFi and LTE versions. The dealbreaker remains the pricing though as the other Microsoft's other Windows RT installed tablets only started selling well when they hit below RM1K pricing. Again, no news on Malaysia pricing or release dates but stay tuned for more developments.


Rumours: Microsoft Surface Mini to have 8-inch screen, air gestures, 1080p display

While we've heard of a smaller Microsoft Surface Mini tablet from the Microsoft Surface range of tablets before, some other tech specs and a concept render have also recently surfaced. Apart from a previously revealed 8-inch 1080p display, the Surface Mini is said to also offer air gestures, be powered by an Intel Bay Trail chipset and arrive in 2014. While it is still unclear how the Surface Mini would implement air gestures (either through proximity sensors, IR sensors or LeapMotion like sensors) the feature certainly sounds interesting as is the concept render of the Surface Mini tablet. No Malaysia pricing or release dates were available though but we'll keep you updated.[Source]


Rumours: Microsoft Surface Phone to feature Snapdragon 830 and launch in 2017?

Now that Microsoft has sold off its Nokia division, they may just have the right resources to focus on creating a really good smartphone. The rumours are flying fast and high that the next Microsoft flagship phone will feature the upcoming Snapdragon 830 chipset.

The new flagship supposedly will come in three variants at launch in 2017. One would be for the general consumer, one for smartphone enthusiasts, and the third for businesses. The report also says that one model to have 3GB of RAM with 32GB of internal storage. The second version would offer 6GB of RAM and 128GB of native memory. And the third variant will supposedly contain 8GB of RAM with a whopping 500GB of internal storage. Yeah...

We can’t confirm that these rumours will come true and deliver us the said smartphones. Interesting rumours none the less. Look forward for more coverage from TechNave soon.


Rumours: Microsoft Surface Pro 3 and Surface Mini tech specs appear?

While Microsoft's upcoming event still hasn't happened yet, quite a few rumours about what could be coming to the event have popped up. This includes the Microsoft Surface Pro 3 and Surface Mini tablets. Estimated pricing for the tablets have the Surface Mini coming at $799 (RM2569) with an Intel Core i3 processor, 4GB of RAM and and 64GB of storage. The Surface Pro 3 may come from $1949 (RM6268) and sport an Intel Core i7 processor, 8GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. New tech specs and features that have appeared indicate that the Surface Pro 3 could have a larger 12-inch screen as opposed to the 10.6-inch display on the current Surface Pro 2, perhaps suggesting that the Surface Pro 3 isn't a replacement but a new model in the Surface range of tablets. Rumours also indicate that the Surface Pro 3 will be thinner than the Surface Pro 2. The Surface mini on the other hand is expected to pack in a 7.5-inch display with 1080 x 1440 pixel resolution with a 4:3 aspect ratio. The Surface mini will also have Active Pen support and instead of the earlier reported built-in kickstand, will have an accessory cover for that purpose. With the unveiling set for tomorrow, stay tuned for more developments.


Rumours: Microsoft Surface Pro with 4K displays to arrive on store shelves by end march?

The Microsoft Surface Pro 4 is a 2-in-1 machine that has been a choice of many mobile professionals around the world to own for working on the go. Of course it has been a few years that the model was launched to the public, so it is due for a refresh for the market. A rumour on the refresh states that the next Surface Pro 5 will have a 4K resolution display when it is announced soon.

The Surface Pro 5 (of course) is said to be launching in the first quarter of next year, so before the end of March. Additionally, the device will reportedly have a 4K UHD touchscreen and magnetic charging stylus. No news on what the processor will be like or even other new features that may be included in the new model.

For a productivity device the Microsoft Surface Pro 4 is a great compact machine that is also full featured for even the most demanding worker. What else will we see in the device? Stay tuned to TechNave as we bring more news on the upcoming Microsoft Surface Pro 5.


Rumours: Microsoft are working on a Surface smartphone with AR technology

It’s been awhile since we last heard of any Microsoft Malaysia launch of their devices, the last time that they did was the reveal of the Lumia 950 and 950 XL last year and that was about it. Of course, to be fair, they aren’t a smartphone manufacturer company to begin with. But there are new rumours of the company developing a new Windows 10 smartphone that focuses on AR.

According to Brad Sams, an executive editor with Thurrott, the Lumia smartphone lineup will no longer be manufactured and they will be working on a Surface branded smartphone, which Alex Kipman is in charge of. Just a fun fact, Alex was involved on the HoloLens project. With that being said, this seems to connect the dots, bringing AR to a smartphone and it seems to be a trend in the near future. Joining the likes of Apple who are already planning to have AR in their iOS 11, ASUS with their Zenfone AR, and a new rumour about Huawei integrating AR into Mate 10 as well.

Another backup to this rumour was that back in June, there were rumours of Microsoft on a secret Surface Mobile project designing two phones which are codenamed Suface Peking and Suface Slavonia powered by a Snapdragon 835 processor.

That’s all we have about the information for now but what do you think? Do we really need AR and is it necessary? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Microsoft news at TechNave.com.


Rumours: Microsoft coming out with Windows 9 in April 2015?

It isn't big news that Microsoft's Windows 8 hasn't been doing well. Despite losses amounting to hundreds of millions of dollars both in terms of Windows 8 and Windows RT based devices as well as software, Microsoft has kept plugging at it with the latest update being Windows 8.1, but even this doesn't seem to be taking off. Rumours have recently surfaced that Microsoft may be scrapping all the changes Windows 8 did and come back to the old Windows 7 interface. One of these rumours comes from Paul Thurott who is quite well known for Windows related news. What sets his rumour apart is that he predicts Microsoft will come out with Windows 9 in April 2015. According to him the announcement will come in April 2014 with the roll-out release next year. As a dedicated computer desktop user I can't say that I've been thrilled by the rather intrusive Windows 8 redesign, but it has been getting a following for it's various touchscreen devices. We still don't know what tech specs or features the Windows 9 revamp will have but it is rumoured to have three major points along with an optional Metro 2.0 feature. Stay tuned for more updates.[Source]


Rumours: Microsoft going to make Free Windows Phone and Windows RT versions?

Some rather contradictory rumours have appeared as well, stating that Microsoft could soon make their Windows Phone and Windows RT operating systems free for device makers. This would hopefully cause a drop in production costs as device makers currently need to pay license fees for every device. This contradicts earlier rumours that Windows RT would be replaced by Windows Phone but this could be another option which Microsoft are considering. According to this rumour, Microsoft would only ask for licensing fees from their Pro products like Windows 8.1 and other desktop operating systems. While this could let Microsoft compete with Android, doing so would mean a heavy blow to their revenue streams as this is how Microsoft makes their money. It also raises the question of "Would you get Windows RT if it was free?". Considering the limitations of Windows RT, only for educational or other specific situations. A free Windows Phone operating system on the other hand would definitely help raise Microsoft's profile and perhaps sell more Windows Phone based devices, but it wouldn't help Microsoft make money, unless they got creative with Office and other solution pricing. As usual, take this rumour with a pinch of salt.[Source]


Rumours: Microsoft may kill off Windows RT?

Many in the tech industry feel that Windows RT and subsequent Windows RT-based devices lack many of the capabilities and features of more capable Microsoft operating systems and devices. Rumours about the death of Windows RT have circulated for quite some time at practically every chance. But so far, most of the rumours have been from third-parties, this time around, we have a comment from within Microsoft itself that could indicate Microsoft officially killing off Windows RT. The comment comes from Julie Larson-Green, who is Executive Vice President of the Devices and Studios and one of the big movers in Microsoft. Her comment was:

"We have the Windows Phone OS. We have Windows RT and we have full Windows. We're not going to have three. We do think there's a world where there is a more mobile operating system that doesn't have the risks to battery life, or the risks to security. But, it also comes at the cost of flexibility. So we believe in that vision and that direction and we're continuing down that path."

While most of the comment is unclear, the comment "We're not going to have three." seems to indicate that there will only be 2 operating systems from Windows, Windows Phone OS and Windows RT. Only Windows RT looks to be having major problems so far, with both Windows and Windows Phone progressing well. For that reason, the likelihood of Microsoft killing off Windows RT sounds very high, with Windows Phone being used to replace Windows RT on tablets and other Windows RT based devices. Killing off Windows RT would also mean that the manpower and resources currently focused on Windows RT could then be assigned to the other two operating systems. Unfortunately, there is no indication when we might see this happen but we think that this would be likely next year in 2014.[Source]


Rumours: Microsoft offers Samsung $1 billion (RM3.23 billon) to make Windows Phones

While Windows Phones continue to blaze trails in the smartphone market, most of them continue to be made by Nokia which was recently bought by Microsoft. To get any sort of real expansion for Windows Phones, Microsoft needs other smartphone makers to produce more Windows Phone devices and smartphones. To that end, blogger Eldar Murtazin recently tweeted that Microsoft has offered $1 billion a year to Samsung for it to make more Windows Phone devices. While this seems like a bribe, it is often used for developmental costs and seen as a Research and Development contribution. Before it was bought over by Microsoft, Nokia received $1 billion a year as well but this was marked as "platform support payments". So far, there doesn't seem to be any official word of consent or even denial from Samsung and this is still very much an unconfirmed rumour yet so take this with a good pinch of salt.[Source]


All new HTC U Ultra and U Play comes with a smart AI companion, 16MP front camera and more starting from RM1899

Models showing the HTC U Ultra (left) and U Play (right)

Yesterday, HTC has launched an all-new HTC U Ultra and U Play in Malaysia. Available from early March onward for RM2999 and RM1899 respectively, the two models come in different colour format as Brilliant Black, Cosmetic Pink, and Sapphire Blue (U Ultra), while the latter comes in Black Oil and Iceberg White. Below are the official specifications:

With the theme “It’s all about U”, the U Ultra and U Play takes personalisation to another level. For example, HTC’s revolutionary system called HTC Sense Companion, is a personal AI companion that is always learning from you through the power of machine learning such as providing smart suggestions based on a user’s lifestyle and external information, it can even recommend what you should wear for the day based on the weather or remind you to charge your device at optimal times, and recommend the perfect restaurant.

So much like Apple’s Siri and Microsoft’s Cortana, HTC U series is able to listen to your every command and allows the user to interact in the most natural way using their voice, unlocking your smart device, take or reject incoming calls, snooze or dismiss an alarm, send messages and even begin hands-free navigation.

In addition, there’s an always-on second screen at the top of the device, serving as a notification centre to give you the latest updates or convenient access to the things you use the most - like your top contacts, app shortcuts, event notifications and more

There’s also a new HTC USonic earphones, which adapt to your hearing pattern by analysing your inner ears with a sonic pulse to optimise the headset for you, as well as a huge 16MP front camera for selfie purpose.

For more information about the HTC U Ultra or the HTC U Play, please visit their official home page.