Samsung Galaxy A12 review - A decent entry-level phone for casual use

One of the earliest smartphones released this year was the Samsung Galaxy A12, which proved to be quite popular among locals. Selling for RM799, its main selling points include its quad rear camera module and 5000mAh battery.

Since it's an entry-level phone, the phone is as simple as it can get. There are plenty of other options in the same price range too, which means it faces stiff competition. So, does the Galaxy A12 have what it takes to stand out? Read our review below to find out.

At first glance, you would think the Galaxy A12's body is made in plastic, and you'd be absolutely right. It's not just any plastic though, but a high-quality type which feels solid. The model we got was in black and feels sturdy enough in hand. It doesn't attract any fingerprint smudges either, so that's nice. The back surface also has some line textures for better grip, and the rear camera bump isn't too big.

The back design and the quad rear camera

The side-mounted fingerprint scanner and the volume button

The classic audio jack, USB Type-C port, and speaker grille

Besides that, there's nothing extraordinary about the Galaxy A12 in terms of design. Remember that this is a pretty basic phone and it is what it is. But it's nice to know that it has a hybrid SIM card slot and an audio jack.

Here are the full specifications for the Samsung Galaxy A12:

Since it's an affordable smartphone, the Galaxy A12 specs are just entry-level. But it does have some respectable specs such as the memory capacity, the quad rear camera, and a 5000mAh battery pack. Sure, the chipset is a mere Helio P35, but it's more than enough for casual users. Not to forget, it can last quite long before you need to charge it again (more on that later).

The Deco Pic feature lets you customise your selfie photos with AR effects

Of its various features, the HD+ resolution may be a downside for most users who are used to watching videos in 1080p or higher. Fortunately, it should still look good enough. The side-mounted fingerprint scanner is also a welcome addition. Personally, I consider it a much better option than an in-display fingerprint sensor. This phone also has a lot of bloatware installed inside. However, they are all kept inside a folder, so you won't really notice them.

We already mentioned that this phone uses the Helio P35 chipset, so don't expect the Galaxy A12 to play graphics-intensive mobile games. The benchmark scores on AnTuTu and Geekbench are low, but how was the daily experience? Well, if you're just replying to messages, browsing websites, surfing Facebook and streaming YouTube, then it'll do just fine.

For those who absolutely want to play some mobile games, it's only possible at low settings. For games like COD Mobile or PUBG Mobile, you have to set it to low graphic quality with no options enabled. On the bright side, this guarantees that you can play them at 60FPS and 30FPS respectively. As for Genshin Impact, don't even think about it.

AuTuTU (left) and Geekbench (right) score, pretty low as expected

If you can live with low graphics quality, then good for you

In terms of battery, the Galaxy A12 can actually last up to two days. And if you use the camera and play a lot of mobile games, it could still have around 30-40% at the end of the day. As for the charging duration, the 15W charger can fully charge the phone within two hours. Oh, one more thing - there's actually Dolby Atmos installed inside, but it's only enabled for earphones. Unfortunately, it doesn't seem to make a lot of difference, except for a slight increase in bass.

Moving on to the camera, the Galaxy A12 has surprisingly decent performance. Most of the photos taken turned out well, though they were not perfect. Some of the pictures didn't look nice on the screen. But that's because the display only supports 720p, so it's a different story if you look at it from a 1080p display. Samsung's trademarked Live Focus is present too and overall quite good. You can check out our photos below!

In most night shots, the light can be quite glaring and overexposed

But this close-up shot of a cat in a low light environment was not bad

Overall, the Samsung Galaxy A12 is satisfactory as long as you use it casually. Its best selling point is none other than the battery, of course, which can last up to two days and the camera performance is satisfactory. However, it faces tough competition from other phones, which are cheaper yet deliver similar or superior specs.

For instance, the POCO M3 is just RM559 but comes with a Snapdragon 662 chipset, 6000mAh battery, and a rather charming leather-like design. Then there's the Redmi 9T, which also has the Snapdragon 662 chipset but is priced at RM599. As a result, it's tough to recommend the Galaxy A12, especially to people on a budget.

But what do you folks think? Let us know in the comments below and do stay tuned for more tech gadget reviews at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A12 was the world’s best-selling Android smartphone in 2021

Counterpoint Research, a global industry analysis firm based in Asia yesterday revealed last year's top 10 best-selling smartphone models in the world and the results may surprise you. First of all, the list is dominated with Apple devices with the iPhone 12 being last year’s best-selling smartphone.

In fact, 7 out of the 10 entries are Apple smartphones, including all top 5 best-selling devices. However, the biggest surprises from the results have got to be the fact that no flagship Android devices made it to the list and that the best-selling Android phone last year was the Samsung Galaxy A12.

Making it to number 6 on the list, the Galaxy A12, a budget offering from Samsung performed extremely well in the North American, Latin American and Western European markets. If you want to know our thoughts on the device, make sure to check out our review of the Galaxy A12 here if you haven't yet.

Referring to the device's popularity, Counterpoint said that the Galaxy A12’s success was in part due to its good camera setup, big battery size, six memory configurations, longer software updates and of course, its low price tag. Furthermore, Counterpoint also stressed that the Galaxy A12 specs and price are a winning formula for Samsung and touted its successor, the Galaxy A13 to flourish this year.

Meanwhile, the Xiaomi Redmi 9A and Redmi 9 are the other two Android entries in the top 10 list, with the former being 7th and the latter 10th. Both devices' combined sales actually made up 22% of Xiaomi’s total sales in 2021, which is quite mind-boggling!

Speaking of which, Counterpoint also revealed that Xiaomi performed well across multiple regions last year. Its top markets, however, are China, India and Asia-Pacific.

What do you guys think of the top 10 best-selling smartphones of 2021? Did your device make it to the list? Share your thoughts and comments with us below and as always, stay tuned to TechNave for the latest trending tech news!


Samsung Galaxy A13 5G Malaysia release: 6.5-inch 90Hz LCD display and 5000mAh battery at RM1099

Samsung Malaysia today announced the release of the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G in our country, one of the most affordable 5G smartphones in the company's entire lineup. It features a 6.5-inch Infinity-V PLS LCD display with a resolution of HD+ and a 90Hz refresh rate.

Under the hood, the Galaxy A13 5G is powered by an octa-core MediaTek MT6833 Dimensity 700 5G SoC paired with 6GB of RAM. In Malaysia, the device is offered in a singular 128GB storage option with support for 1TB of expandable storage via its microSD card slot.

There’s also a 5000mAh battery with support for 15W fast charging and as the name of the device would suggest, the Galaxy A13 5G also sports 5G connectivity. As for cameras, the water-drop notch of the device’s display houses a 5MP front camera while there’s a 50MP main + 2MP depth + 2MP macro triple-camera setup at its rear.

Other notable specs of the Galaxy A13 5G include USB-C, dual SIM, Bluetooth 5.0, 3.5mm audio jack, protection from malware via Samsung Knox and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. It is available in three colour variants of Light Blue, Black as well as Orange and is priced at RM1099. For more information on the Galaxy A13 5G, do visit Samsung Malaysia’s official website here.

So, what do you guys think of the Galaxy A13 5G? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest tech news and releases such as this!


Samsung Galaxy A13 5G release: MTK Dimensity 700, 90Hz display, and 5000mAh battery at ~RM1055

There were plenty of rumours going around about the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G before it is launches. Here, we spotted the device will launch on 3 December in United States with a price tag of USD249.99 (~RM1055).

As for the tech specs, the device sports a 6.5-inch Infinity-V LCD panel with a 720p resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. Besides that, it features a Mediatek Dimensity 700 chipset, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of internal storage. As for the camera, it comes with a 5MP selfie snapper and a triple rear camera with 50MP (main camera) + 2MP (macro lens) + 2MP (depth sensor).

Other than that, the A13 5G is powered by a 5000mAh battery that supports 15W charging, USB-Type C port, 3.5mm audio jack port, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and runs Android 11 out of the box. Do you want Samsung Malaysia to bring the A13 5G to the Malaysian market? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A13 5G tech specs leaked, could feature Dimensity 700 5G and price at ~RM1033

Based on sources, there were plenty of rumours about the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G. Here we spotted the tech specs of the device and its price tag.

According to the leaker - Anthony, the Galaxy A13 will come with a 6.48-inch waterdrop notch FHD+ LCD panel and sport a MediaTek Dimensity 700 5G chipset. As for the storage, it could arrive in three variants which are 4GB, 6GB, and 8GB for RAM, and for the internal storage will be 64GB and 128GB.

Galaxy A13 5g- Dimensity 700 5g (2.8x faster than the P35 on A12)- 6.48 inch FHD+ LCD Display - 50mp main, 5mp UW & 2mp depth - 5000mah battery with 25w charging - 4/6/8gb ram & 64/128gb storage - Side fingerprint scanner Around $249 pic.twitter.com/cvvmL8dV8Y

Besides that, the device feature a triple rear camera with 50MP (main camera) + 5MP (ultra-wide lens) + 2MP (depth lens). It will be powered by 5000mAh that supports 25W fast charging, 5G connectivity, and mounted a side fingerprint scanner. On the other hand, there is a rumour about the price tag will be around $249 (~RM1033) and might replace the Galaxy A12.

These are just leaks, why not just take them with a pinch of salt and don't be serious about it. What do you think about this device? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


An honorable Thanksgiving Celebration from honor

As of 26 November, customers who have previously purchased Honor devices from VMALL.MY will be rewarded by Honor in Thanksgiving celebration style. All the customers have to do is to participate in a survey to redeem exciting prizes, which is a pretty good start for the coming holidays.

“As we come to the end of 2015, we would like to thank our customers and fans, as they are the reason why Honor has been successful for the past half and one year in Malaysia. We hope that these gifts will reiterate how our consumers are the core of everything that we do, and that they are important to us. This activity is a great opportunity for us to share our joy with them,” said Allen An, E-commerce Director, Honor Malaysia.

This is only the tip of an iceberg though, as according to Honor this Thanksgiving celebration is only a teaser to the upcoming Christmas Carnival event next month. More than 10 million vouchers and gifts are being prepared by Honor to reward Vmall customers on this promotion. There are 2 types of surveys for Vmall customers (those who have purchased an Honor device) on the Vmall website:-

Customers who purchased their Honor smartphones from Lazada or brick-and-mortar retail stores can still participate in the survey, however they would need to register as a Vmall member first; complete the survey, then register with a valid IMEI number from their device to enjoy the Thanksgiving promotion. Registration will end on 9 December 2015.

Lastly, do note that the  RM50 voucher mentioned earlier is only valid during the Honor Christmas Carnival, which will be taking place from 10th until 12th December 2015.

For more information, please visit www.vmall.my.


Samsung Galaxy A13 appears on Geekbench with Dimensity 700 chipset

When it comes to budget smartphones, Samsung's Galaxy A1x phones are good options to have. For instance, the Galaxy A12 launched earlier this year offers pretty good specs for just RM799. Now it looks like the company is already gearing up to unveil its successor, as the Galaxy A13 was spotted online.

The Samsung Galaxy A13 (SM-A136U) was spotted on Geekbench yesterday and it features the ARM MT6833V/NZA CPU, which means it's using the Dimensity 700 chipset. Also, since it has 4GB of RAM, it's probably the lower-end variant for the Galaxy A13. Why we say this is because the Galaxy A12 had 6GB of RAM, so the Galaxy A13 will at least have a variant that matches that tech spec. As such, we also expect it to come with 128GB of storage, a 5000mAh battery, and a quad-camera setup.

In addition, the Galaxy A13 scored 465 points in the single-core test and 1106 points in the multi-core test. In comparison, the Galaxy A12 (SM-A125F) managed 169 points and 943 points in the same tests (check out our review for the phone), respectively. As you can see, there's a notable upgrade in single-core performance, so you can expect the phone to do better in certain apps like games.

Overall, you can expect the new model to be a solid improvement over its predecessor. But what else could Samsung upgrade to make it an even more attractive option? Share your thoughts in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about this phone.


Samsung Galaxy A13 review – An entry-level phone suitable for everyday use

In March, Samsung launched the Samsung Galaxy A13 smartphone in Malaysia. It's a simple phone that offers entry-level specs and can only be connected to 4G LTE networks.

The Samsung Galaxy A13 is sold in Malaysia at a price of RM799, which might seem a lot for an entry-level model. Is the pricing worth what's being offered? Check out our review to find out!

The Samsung Galaxy A13 features the same design as the Samsung Galaxy A23. It looks normal for an entry-level phone, with a plastic back that leaves plenty of fingerprints. Of course, that's expected for a phone in this category, but it's something to keep in mind.

There are four cameras on the back of the Galaxy A13. The good news? It has a thinner camera bump than the Galaxy A23, so you don't really have to use the plastic cover. There's also an LED flash under the macro sensor. In terms of colours, the Galaxy A13 comes in Awesome White, Awesome Blue, Awesome Peach, and the Awesome Black we reviewed.

Right side - Volume controls and power button (with embedded fingerprint scanner)

The 8MP front camera is located at the teardrop notch

The sides have a curved plastic frame housing the audio control buttons and the power button, which also functions as a fingerprint scanner. On the left is a SIM card tray and microSD memory card slot. The bottom has one speaker, a USB-C port and a 3.5mm audio jack.

In front is a 6.6-inch screen with relatively thin bezels on the left and right, while the top and bottom have thick bezels. A selfie camera is in the punch hole at the top centre of the screen.

With its standard design, this phone can meet most of your daily tasks. Here are the full specifications for this phone:

Although this phone uses a PLS TFT screen, it still produces bright colours. Of course, the quality isn't on par with the Super AMOLED screen on the Samsung Galaxy M22. Despite that, it provides a decent viewing experience when watching videos and playing games.

On top of that, it features a 90Hz refresh rate, so scrolling through social media feels smooth. We're also quite satisfied with its gaming experience in games like PUBG Mobile. Overall, it's a bright display that's relatively smooth for various use cases.

The displays colour range is pretty good

As for the chipset, the Exynos 850 provides fast performance for daily tasks. For us, they would be apps like Google Drive, WhatsApp, YouTube, Facebook, and more.

Next, let's discuss the cameras. The Galaxy A13's main camera is a 50MP shooter, accompanied by a 5MP ultra-wide camera, a 2MP depth sensor, and a 2MP macro sensor. Even though it is an entry-level phone, it can capture clear photos, especially with the macro feature. For an entry-level device, the 50MP camera delivered decent colour and detail in the pictures we took.

For battery, the 5000mAh battery is relatively large for an entry-level phone. The phone also supports 15W fast charging, which is slow for a phone in 2022. To be honest, you'll probably drain the battery faster than you can charge it if you're playing mobile games. Not that you should game on this phone, by the way, but more on that later.

Like many entry-level phones, the Galaxy A13 has 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. If that's not enough storage for you, there's a microSD memory card slot for additional storage.

As for the interface (UI), the One UI 4.1 (based on Android 12) is very user-friendly. During our 2 weeks with the phone, we didn't experience any problems using it. Well, except that it's a bit slow when opening some apps.

Before we talk about the phone's performance, below are some benchmark results from Geekbench and 3DMark.

The Geekbench scores are about average for an entry-level phone

As you can see, the Exynos 850 is an okay chipset. It's fast enough for general usage, but don't expect to perform heavy tasks like gaming. As mentioned above, it can perform daily tasks well and run smoothly. But if you plan to game, you can only set games like PUBG Mobile, COD Mobile and Asphalt 9 on medium graphics.

In terms of audio, the stereo speakers in this phone produce moderate sound quality and are not too loud. There's also a 3.5mm audio jack, so that's a bonus if you're still using wired headphones or earphones.

Its 5000mAh battery capacity can last for more than a day with standard usage. But if you watch plenty of videos or keep the screen on constantly, the phone would last around eight hours on a full battery. Of course, you can activate Power Saving Mode to extend the battery life by more than two days. As for the charging, it takes 2 hours and 30 minutes to charge the battery from 0 to 100%.

Like all phones these days, the Galaxy A13 provides the standard set of security measures. You can lock your phone with a pattern, PIN, password, face, and fingerprint. The fingerprint scanner is also embedded in the power button, which is convenient if that's your preferred unlocking method.

As an entry-level phone, this phone provides basic and extra shooting modes such as Portrait, Pro, Panorama, Food and Macro. You can check the photos we took below and see if it performs to your liking.

Night shot, some visible blur can be seen

The camera doesn't seem good at handling light emitting sources at night

Selfie - Normal mode (left) vs Portrait mode (right)

Selfie in low-light - Normal mode (left) vs Portrait mode (right)

Main camera - Normal mode (left) vs Portrait mode (right)

Like most entry-level phones, this phone can take nice pictures if you're in a well-lit environment. But in low-light environments, the results can look quite blurry.

The Samsung Galaxy A13 has decent specs and provides a good user experience, especially for daily tasks such as messaging applications and internet browsing. It's a decent option at RM799 if you want to get this for old folks who aren't tech-savvy, as it's easy to use.

Of course, some smartphones are cheaper or have better specs at the same price. For example, the OPPO A57 is more affordable at RM699, albeit with a less impressive camera setup (13MP + 2MP). There's also the Infinix Note 12 (RM749), a smartphone that performs as well as the Galaxy A13. It lacks the 8MP ultra-wide camera but features a 16MP selfie camera instead.

Ultimately, it comes down to your preferences. For many, the Samsung Galaxy A13 works well enough, looks decent, and is a product from a reliable brand. That last reason alone is enough for some smartphone users.

So, what do you think about the Samsung Galaxy A13? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned to TechNave for more reviews like this.


Samsung Galaxy A13 user manual leaked, will come with 50MP main camera

The year 2021 is not over for Samsung just yet. A new mid-range spotted last month is expected to launch in January 2022, but that's not stopping leaks from happening. In fact, sources have found official info for the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G.

According to Sammobile, the user manual for the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G has revealed some key specs for the device. It's expected to feature a triple-camera at the back, which includes a 50MP main camera and a 2MP macro camera. The phone also has a side-mounted fingerprint reader, dual-SIM tray with support for a microSD card, and will run on Android 11 out of the box.

In terms of hardware specs, it's rumoured that the phone will be equipped with the Dimensity 700 chipset. It should also be available in two variants - one with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage, as well as one with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage. There's also a large 5000mAh, which is supported by 25W fast charging.

Putting a 50MP camera on a lower mid-range phone is an interesting choice. But how well it can compare with 64MP cameras remains to be seen. What do you think, would this be a good choice for those on a tight budget? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about it.


Samsung Galaxy A14 5G Malaysia release: Dimensity 700 SoC and 6.6-inch 90Hz LCD at RM949

Previously, we reported on the release of the Samsung Galaxy A14 in Malaysia and now, the company has quietly launched its 5G sibling too. Packing a few upgrades compared to the 4G variant at a slightly higher price, read on to find more about the Samsung Galaxy A14 5G.

According to the official Samsung Malaysia website, the device is powered by the MediaTek 700 SoC paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. It also has a 5000mAh battery under the hood with support for 15W fast charging via the USB-C port.

The Galaxy A14 5G sports a 6.6-inch 90Hz PLS LCD display with a resolution of 1080 x 2408 pixels. It’s also an Infinity-V display, with the notch housing a 13MP selfie camera.

Meanwhile, at its rear, the smartphone features a 50MP main + 2MP macro + 2MP depth triple-camera setup. Other notable specs include dual SIM, 5G connectivity, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, a 3.5mm audio jack, a microSD card slot with up to 1TB support and Android 13 OS via One UI Core 5.

In Malaysia, the Galaxy A14 5G is available in Black, Dark Red and Silver at a singular 6/128GB configuration. While Samsung Malaysia’s website hasn’t officially revealed the price of the device, authorised retailers such as DirectD have already begun pre-orders for the device and revealed its price to be RM949.

So, what do you guys think of the Galaxy A14 5G? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more tech news and releases such as this.


Samsung Galaxy A14 5G could feature new Exynos 1330 chipset

Renders for the Samsung Galaxy A14 leaked online early last month, revealing a lack of changes for the upcoming model. While the design isn't expected to change, there should be some upgrades to the hardware. Well, it has been confirmed that the chipset will be new.

Recently, a benchmark record for a Samsung SM-A146B was spotted on Geekbench. There's also a Samsung SM-M146B variant that posted similar benchmark scores. According to GalaxyClub, these are the Galaxy A14 5G and Galaxy M14 5G, respectively. Both feature the 's5e8535' chipset, which is believed to be the Exynos 1330.

As you can imagine, the Exynos 1330 is an entry-level chipset. It comes with an 8-core CPU with 2x 2.4GHz CPU cores and 6x 2.0GHz CPU cores, plus a Mali-G68 GPU. Besides that, the two devices will have 4GB of RAM. As usual, Geekbench doesn't provide much info other than chipset and RAM. But based on the Galaxy A13 5G, the two phones should also have at least 64GB of RAM, a 5000mAh battery, and a 90Hz refresh rate screen.

In terms of upgrades, the new models will come with Android 13 pre-installed instead of Android 11. For cameras, it's rumoured that Samsung will upgrade the front camera from 8MP to 13MP, but retain the 50MP+2MP+2MP triple camera setup at the back. It was also suggested that the display will be a larger 6.8-inch panel.

If the above is true, the Samsung Galaxy A14 5G and Galaxy M14 5G would be marginal upgrades over their predecessors. If you've been skipping generations, they could be good options to pick up. But what do you think? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news about it.


Samsung Galaxy A14 5G release: Exynos 1330, 6.6-inch FHD+ 90Hz display, 50MP triple rear cameras for ~RM877

Samsung quietly launched their Galaxy A14 5G today from just $200 USD (~RM877.60). On top of connecting to 5G, it also has a 6.6-inch FHD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate, 4GB / 6GB of RAM, 64GB / 128GB of storage and 1TB microSD support.

Despite the entry-level pricing, the phone comes with a 5000 mAh battery that supports 15W fast charging. There’s even triple rear cameras that consist of a 50MP main camera, 2MP depth sensor and 2MP macro camera. A 13MP camera is located in a water drop notch on the front.

The Exynos 1330 chipset appears to be a new chipset for the midrange that is a bit higher in performance than the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695. However, we expect that it will be more skewed towards battery energy efficiency than outright performance.

The Galaxy A14 5G is the first phone from Samsung to be introduced in 2023 and comes with Android 13 and the One UI 5.0 interface right out of the box. The phone will come in black, silver, maroon and light green.

No Malaysia release dates or pricing details just yet, but it is expected to be sold starting from April 2023. Would you be looking for an entry-level 5G Samsung phone around that time? Let us know if you’re interested in the Galaxy A14 5G in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave.com


Samsung Galaxy A14 Malaysia release: 50MP main camera, Exynos 850 SoC and 5000mAh battery at RM799

Samsung Malaysia today announced its latest affordable smartphone offering in our country, the Samsung Galaxy A14. Featuring some value-for-money specs, especially at its budget price point, read on below to find out more about the device.

Under the hood, the Galaxy A14 is powered by the octa-core 2.0GHz Exynos 850 chipset paired with 6GB of RAM. It is offered in a singular 128GB storage option and like many budget devices out there, you can expand the storage by up to 1TB using the microSD card slot.

As for the display, it’s a 6.6-inch Infinity-V PLS LCD panel with a resolution of 1080 x 2408 pixels and a standard 60Hz refresh rate. The V-shaped notch houses a 13MP selfie camera while at its rear, there’s a 50MP main + 5MP ultra-wide + 2MP macro triple-camera setup.

The Galaxy A14 packs a 5000mAh battery which supports 15W fast charging via the USB-C port. Other notable specs include dual SIM, Android 13 OS via One UI 5.1, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and colour options of either Black, Dark Red or Silver.

Unfortunately, there’s no 5G connectivity but Samsung Malaysia does promise up to two OS updates and four years of security updates. In Malaysia, the Galaxy A14 goes on sale starting 15 March 2023 at RM799. Moreover, consumers can enjoy a free Samsung Care+ 1-year extended warranty if they purchase the device from 15 March until 31 December 2023, making the total warranty period 2 years.

It’s available for purchase in any Samsung Experience Stores, Samsung Authorised Retailers and Samsung Online Store. As always, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave for more tech news and the latest tech releases such as this!


Samsung Galaxy A14 listed on Samsung Malaysia's website, indicating its arrival soon

Today, it seems that Samsung Malaysia has quietly put up a new Galaxy device on its website. The Galaxy A14 is now live there but there's no price tag yet. Anyway, here's what we know so far about the smartphone.

The Galaxy A14 was released in the US first so most of the specs remain the same. The octa-core chipset is unknown, but sources say that it should be either an Exynos 1330 or MediaTek Helio G80. The PLS LCD is 6.6 inches and supports FHD+ resolution and has a good set of cameras too, using 50MP (main) + 5MP (ultrawide) + 2MP (macro) sensors, alongside a 13MP front camera.

It has only 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. However, you can use a microSD card and expand it further up to 1TB and the phone supports Extended RAM plus function too. Do note that there's no 5G connectivity, but at least it uses a USB Type-C port and the audio jack is present. Last but not least, the battery pack is 5000mAh and it's worth mentioning that it has a side fingerprint sensor.

We think it's only a matter of time before Samsung Malaysia officially launches the Galaxy A14 here. So until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A14 renders leaked, reveal barely any changes in design

For smartphones, you don't usually see any design changes in succeeding models. That's because it's hard to make significant changes without adding to the manufacturing cost. In particular, entry-level devices often look the same. And that seems to be the case for the Samsung Galaxy A14.

Thanks to @OnLeaks, we have our first glimpse of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy A14. At first, the new model doesn't look all that different from the Galaxy A13. But we soon noticed that the cutout for the front camera is larger and the deeper indent for the power button (with an integrated fingerprint scanner). Also, the back no longer has slightly curved edges and is, instead, fully flat. These changes are quite subtle but still noticeable.

#GiznextExclusive: #Samsung Galaxy A14 official 5K press render images along with 360° #Video & dimensions #leaked ahead of its #launch. 6.8" FHD+ DisplayTriple Rear CameraSide-Mounted Fingerprint ScannerPlain Gradient Design at BackDetails: https://t.co/JAlCJJF25M pic.twitter.com/GAqgj9MWLT

Another thing to note is that this render shows three rear cameras. That's the same as the Galaxy A13 5G and not the Galaxy A13 4G, which had four cameras instead. The 4G variant also has a better 6.6-inch FHD+ display (vs 6.5-inch 720p display). According to the source, the Galaxy A14's screen would be even better than both, sporting a 6.8-inch FHD+ display.

So it doesn't sound like Samsung's next entry-level device would see significant changes or improvements. In that case, would it be worth upgrading to it? Share your thoughts in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about this phone.


Samsung Galaxy A20 launched with Exynos 7884, Samsung Galaxy A40 specs leaked

Samsung has been introducing their brand new series family members and here’s another addition. The Samsung Galaxy A20 is finally official in Russia and features a huge 6.4 inch Infinity-V screen and the Exynos 7884 chipset.

The Samsung Galaxy A20 comes with tech specs which include 3GB RAM + 32GB of internal storage which is expandable up to 512GB with a microSD card. The battery is pretty decent as well, packing a 4000mAh battery capacity which the company claims can last a whole day without charging.The camera comes with a dual rear camera setup with 12MP + 5MP sensors. Meanwhile, the selfie camera comes with a decent 8MP snapper.

For the design, the display comes with a HD+ Super AMOLED screen and on the back, you’ll find a rear mounted fingerprint scanner. 3D glass covers the back, giving the device a sleek look. The A20 comes in two colour variants: Black and Blue, which are not only plain but frankly, overused by many companies. No Malaysia release date or Malaysia pricing has been heard of yet. The Samsung Galaxy A20 is priced at RUB12990 (~RM823).

Samsung Galaxy A40 has the tiniest of chins

Speaking of the A series, the Samsung Galaxy A40 is also due to join the series and ahead of its reveal, a pretty huge leak was revealed by a Dutch retailer with the full specs and to make things more weird, it is even accepting pre-orders for the device! The A40 may feature a 5.9 inch AMOLED screen with an Infinity-U display. It is powered by the Exynos 7885 and comes with 4GB RAM + 64GB of internal storage which is expandable up to 512GB, similar to the A20. A 3100mAh battery powers the device, much smaller than the A20's.

A 25MP selfie camera can be found in the front and as for the back, it comes with a dual rear camera setup just like the A20 with 16MP + 5MP (ultra-wide) sensors. A rear fingerprint scanner is on the back for security purposes. To give the smartphones some persona, it comes in 4 different colours: Black, Blue, Coral and White. Despite pre-orders being accepted by the site, there is no release date for the device. Also note that the A40 will not be making an appearance at Samsung's next Galaxy event.

The Samsung Galaxy A30 and A50 was just released in Malaysia last Monday and I noticed so much hype for it. Does these devices excite you as well? Want more Samsung news? TechNave.com is the site you should be browsing!


An iPhone 14 alerted emergency services to a fatal accident after its owner didn't respond to a crash detection

Apple added a new crash detection feature to the iPhone 14 series which will automatically call emergency services if the owner doesn’t respond after it detects a car crash had happened. A real-life example of the feature in action happened yesterday in Nebraska, United States after a passenger’s iPhone 14 series smartphone automatically alerted responders of a car crash that its owner was in. Tragically, all 6 involved in the accident were killed after the car they were in hit a tree.

As reported by the Associated Press, responders in Nebraska’s capital city of Lincoln were alerted of the fatal accident by an iPhone that detected the impact of the car crash that its owner has been in. According to the local police, 5 men in the Honda Accord died at the scene of the crash around 2:15 a.m. in Lincoln. A 24-year-old woman died later at a hospital where she was taken in critical condition.

The five men who died included the 22-year-old driver, while the other victims were one 21-year-old, one 23-year-old and two 22-year-olds. The local authorities are still investigating the accident and commented that it was the worst crash in Lincoln’s recent memory.

As there were no witnesses to the crash, it makes it harder for investigators to determine what happened is made harder. In fact, if the iPhone didn’t alert emergency services of the crash, responders would not have known as quickly as they did that the crash had happened.

So, what do you guys think of the whole incident? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below.


Samsung Galaxy A21s leaked and it comes with an Exynos 850 chipset

Samsung Galaxy A31. For illustration purposes only.

It seems that the benchmark results of the Samsung Galaxy A21s has been spotted on Geekbench, hinting that it will come equipped with an Exynos 850 chipset and 3GB of RAM. With that said, there is a possibility that the aforementioned smartphone will most likely offer a more expensive variant which comes with more RAM.

While not much is known in regards to the complete tech specs of the device, there were reports claiming that the Samsung Galaxy A21s will most likely come with up to 64GB of internal storage, 2MP macro camera and it’ll be available in Black, White, Blue, as well as Red. Do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide any official statement in regards to the leaked benchmark scored.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on Malaysia release date, complete tech specs, and local pricing for now. Would you be interested in getting the Samsung Galaxy A21s as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A21s release: 5000 mAh battery and 48MP camera at price of ~RM939

Just two days ago, the tech specs of the Samsung Galaxy A21s were leaked and showed that it is a budget phone that comes with unexpectedly good features. Even though it was said that the device will be coming at the end of this month, but it looks like Samsung can't wait that long and has released the Galaxy A21s today.

The device features an Exynos 850 chipset that is clocked at 2.0GHz, paired with the options of 3GB, 4GB or 6GB of RAM. It will also have two options of expandable storage that come in 32GB and 64GB. The Galaxy A21s has a huge 5000 mAh battery as well that supports 15W wired charging. It runs on Android 10 with One UI out of the box.

As expected, the Galaxy A21s has a quad-camera setup that brings a 48MP main camera, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, a 2MP depth sensor, and a 2MP macro lens. For an entry-level smartphone, a 48MP main camera does sound good for the price that we're paying. At the front, there will be a punch-hole cutout housing a 13MP front-facing camera on that 6.5-inch HD+ Infinity-O display. Four colours of the devices including black, white, blue, and red can be bought at the price of 200 Euro (~RM939) starting from 19 June in the European market.

Let us know what you think about the Samsung Galaxy A21s on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest smartphone updates.


Samsung Galaxy A21s with quad-camera setup and 5000mAh battery might arrive end of this month

Earlier, rumours have given us some sneak peeks on the Samsung A21s regarding its tech specs including an Exynos 850 chipset and 15W fast charging technology. Not long after, some other interesting tech specs from the exciting Samsung lower mid-range device have popped up on the Internet as well, along with a launch window expected to be at the end of this month.

The Samsung A21s will be the first to be equipped with the Exynos 850 which clock speed can go up to 2.0GHz and combined with 3GB of RAM. The latest leak has also mentioned that the A21s will have a quad-camera setup that brings a 48MP F/2.0 main camera, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and the other two unknown sensors with one of them being 2MP. At the front, there will be a punch-hole cutout on the 6.5-inch display to house a 13MP front-facing camera.

The display is also said to be using a PLS TFT panel, which is an IPS- like panel developed by Samsung to ensure extremely low viewing angle dependency, high brightness, and comparatively accurate color reproduction, while the cost is lower than IPS panels. Other than that, the Samsung Galaxy A21s is expected to come with a 5000mAh battery as well that supports 15W fast charging. According to the source, the price of the Galaxy A21s is probably going to be around 200 Euro, which is around RM1000.

Let us know what you think about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy A21s on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest smartphone rumours.


Samsung Galaxy A22 5G - A decent basic 5G smartphone

With 5G on the way, companies have begun equipping recent mid-range devices like the Samsung Galaxy A series with the technology. In 2021 alone, there's the Galaxy A22, A32 5G, A52 5G and A52s 5G. Today, we will be taking a look at the Galaxy A22 5G. Is this phone value for money? Read our review below of the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G to find out!

As a mid-range device, the Galaxy A22's design is as plain as it could be. The "mahjong" shaped camera bump looks good enough, but the phone's body itself is obviously plastic. Fortunately, it feels solid enough to the touch, giving a sense of quality when held you hold it. Since it weighs 203g, it won't slip out of your hand easily either. Besides the fancy colour selections (like mint and violet), there's not much to say about the design.

The colour presentation on the Infinity-V display is alright, it supports a 90Hz refresh rate too

It feels comfortable enough to hold, consumers should favour the mint and violet variant a lot more than this black one

The side-mounted fingerprint sensor/power button and volume rockers

Here's the list of the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G tech specs:

Moving on, the Galaxy A22 5G has a mix of entry-level and mid-range tech specs. In other words, you won't be getting anything fancy like the AMOLED screen that's available on high-end Galaxy A variants. The battery pack is 5000mAh, but it only supports 15W fast charging technology. There's no NFC connection either, so you can't even use Samsung Pay. Having said that, you are guaranteed future software updates such as the OneUI 4 in June 2022, so that's something.

As it uses a simple triple rear camera setup of 48MP (main) + 5MP (ultrawide) + 2MP (depth), the camera functions are quite basic. It doesn't have a 2x zoom button in the camera UI, but at least you can find night mode, portrait mode, food mode, and even a pro mode that has settings like ISO. While there's only a single speaker, the 3.5mm audio jack actually supports the Dolby Atmos sound system as a bonus.

Since the Galaxy A22 5G uses the modest Dimensity 700 5G chipset, you shouldn't expect much CPU performance. Having said that, it's good enough for daily use and social media, even if it's not the King of benchmarks. Some apps may feel slow, but once everything is loaded, everything should run smoothly.

Of course, graphically intense mobile games like Genshin Impact and Asphalt 9 won't run that well on the Galaxy A22 5G. Even for PUBG Mobile and COD Mobile, the game's settings will default to low. The gameplay experience is still fine, but you will have to get used to the low graphics settings. If you're playing casual games like Among Us or other APK games, then you shouldn't have any issues.

Expected scores from Geekbench 5 (left) and 3DMark (right)

Final Fantasy Record Keeper gameplay demo

On the bright side, this also means that the Galaxy A22 5G won't ever feel hot in your hands. Without heating up the chipset or battery, the battery life can also last much longer - up to two days before it needs recharging. However, since it only supports 15W fast charging, it can take a bit longer for it to be fully charged.

As for the photography, the Galaxy A22 5G is quite decent as long as there's sufficient lighting around. How about at night or low-light environments, you ask? Well...we didn't have many expectations about it this time. Nonetheless, check out the photos below.

Main camera shot in a low-light environment

As long as there's light, the photos will look alright

On the other hand, selfie shots are not bad

At RM999, the Galaxy A22 5G is a pretty basic phone with 5G connectivity. 5G isn't available in Malaysia yet, but this phone should still function well in that regard (on paper). However, this phone isn't easy to recommend despite the 5G perk. This is because there's a 4G variant that's cheaper by a hundred Ringgit Malaysia and has similar performance (or arguably better) with the Mediatek Helio G80 chipset.

Besides this 4G variant, the Galaxy A22 5G has plenty of other competition. This includes the Redmi Note 10 5G (RM799) with the same chipset and the OPPO A74 5G (RM1099), which uses a Snapdragon 480 5G chipset. If you top up a bit more, you can even get the Xiaomi Mi 11 lite 5G NE (RM1199) that's powered by the Snapdragon 778G 5G.

That's our take on the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G. What do you think, and do you agree with our review? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned for more tech gadget reviews at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A22 5G Malaysia release: Dimensity 700 5G chipset and 5000mAh battery, priced at RM999

Back in early June, Samsung revealed a new smartphone called the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G. We didn't expect it to come into the Malaysian market but it did at the price of RM999. Apparently, the phone is already on sale until 31 August 2021.

To refresh your memory on the tech specs, the phone includes a rather huge 6.6-inch Infinity-V display that supports FHD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. On top of that, the chipset is a MediaTek Dimensity 700 5G, accompanied by 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. You can further extend the space with a microSD card up to 1TB.

Moving to the cameras, the triple rear camera module consists of a 48MP (main) + 5MP (ultrawide) + 2MP (depth) sensor while the front camera is 8MP. The battery pack is 5000mAh which supports 15W fast charging technology so that's not so bad. Lastly, it's worth mentioning that the fingerprint scanner is integrated into the power button.

If you purchase the phone now from now on until the aforementioned date above, you can get a soft clear cover worth RM39 for free, while stocks last. For more information about the Galaxy A22 5G, you may visit the official webpage here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A22 5G concept renders spotted. Quad-camera setup confirmed?

It seems that a bunch of leaked renders regarding the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G may have been spotted, showcasing what could be the final design of the smartphone. While not much is known in regards to the exact tech specs, it does give us a better idea of what to expect when it is available in the global market.

Based on the leak, it seems that the smartphone in question is expected to come equipped with a quad-camera setup in the rear accompanied by a single LED flash towards the top of the cameras. Not only that, but the screen comes equipped with a single front-facing camera that’s housed under a dewdrop notch at the top of the display.

However, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for now.

Would you be interested in getting the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A22 5G tech specs leaked, might be priced at ~RM827

There are plenty of rumours going around about the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G before it is launched. Here, we found a leak about the tech specs and it may come with a price tag of USD200 (~RM827).

According to sources, the device might come with a 6.4-inch teardrop notch LCD screen and run on a MediaTek Dimentsity 700 chipset. On the other hand, it could feature a triple rear camera with 48MP + 5MP + 2MP sensors. As for the battery, it may sport a 5000mAh battery capacity.

This is just a leak, so why not just take it with a pinch of salt and don't be serious about it. Are you excited about the Galaxy A22 launching in the Malaysian market? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A22 and A22 5G release: 90Hz display, 5,000mAh battery, and 48MP camera

Samsung has officially presented the Galaxy A22 and Galaxy A22 5G today. Besides having the latest telecommunication technology, the Galaxy A22 5G is considered a quite different device compared to the vanilla A22 in terms of tech specs. Let's read on to find out what are the similarities and differences between these two new Samsung budget devices!

The Galaxy A22 5G sports a 6.6-inch fullHD+ (2400 x 1080) Infinity-V LCD display while the Galaxy A22 includes a 6.4-inch HD+ (1600 x 720) Infinity-U Super AMOLED display. This difference can actually be told apart by their notches with the A22 5G's being less curvy. Both their displays also support a 90Hz refresh rate.

Furthermore, the Galaxy A22 5G is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC and paired with up to 8GB of RAM and up to 128GB of internal storage. On the other hand, the Galaxy A22 features a MediaTek Helio G80 SoC and paired with up to 6GB of RAM and up to 128GB of internal storage. Both of their storage can be expanded up to 1TB for Galaxy A22 5G and up to 256GB for the vanilla variant through the micro SD slot.

Under the hood, both of them house a 5,000mAh battery with 15W charging. On the rear, the Galaxy A22 5G brings a triple-camera system but the A22 has one extra sensor. The Galaxy A22 5G has a 48MP main camera, a 5MP ultra-wide camera, and a 2MP depth camera. For the Galaxy A22, it has a 48MP main camera, an 8MP ultra-wide camera, a 2MP depth camera, and an additional 2MP sensor. For selfies, the 5G variant uses an 8MP camera while the other uses a 13MP one.

Other similar features include two SIM card slots, a 3.5mm audio jack, and run OneUI 3.1 based on Android 11. Both of them will arrive in four colour options- Grey, White, Mint, and Violet. For the price, the Galaxy A22 5G starts at 229 Euro (~RM1,145) with the A22's being unknown at the moment. As for local availability, we will report it to you as soon as we receive the latest update.

Let us know what you think about the Samsung Galaxy A22 on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


Samsung Galaxy A22 with 5G connectivity in the works

A technology that companies are aggressively pushing would be 5G. Despite 5G unlikely to be relevant in a lot of countries for a few more years, smartphone manufacturers have begun making even entry-level 5G phones. One of them is the Samsung Galaxy A22.

According to Daum News (via GSMArena), Samsung's is expanding its range of 5G smartphones to the entry-level too. Not only will the rumoured Galaxy A32 come with 5G connectivity, but a Galaxy A22 model will also be available next year. It's rumoured that this phone will retail in South Korea for 200000 Korean Won (~RM732), which is pretty cheap for a 5G device.

No specs have been revealed yet, but we can make some assumptions. Since it's going to be an entry-level 5G device, the chipset could either be a Snapdragon 690 or Dimensity 700. Based on the Galaxy A21's specs, it should also around 3 to 4GB of RAM, at least 32GB of internal storage, and at least 4000mAh battery.

If you want a phone that's affordable and futureproof, an entry-level 5G device like this would be ideal. Having said that, would you be investing in 5G early or wait for it to be more prevalent nationwide? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates on this.


Samsung Galaxy A22s 5G spotted on Google Play Console

If you're looking for a new entry-level Samsung smartphone, you're in luck! The Galaxy A22 5G is probably not going to launch alone, as a new variant was spotted. Specifically, sources claim that the Galaxy A22s 5G has been certified recently.

According to MySmartPrice, the Galaxy A22s 5G was listed on Google Play Console. As it has the model number SM-A226B, this could be a variant of the Galaxy A22. It could also be a rebrand of the Galaxy A22 for selected regions. The tech specs also seem to be the same, so the latter case is more likely.

Regardless, the listing shows that the Galaxy A22s 5G has a MediaTek MT6833V/NVA SoC, which is basically the MediaTek Dimensity 700 chipset. The phone also has 4GB of RAM, a Full HD+ display, and Android 11 out of the box. Based on concept renders for the Galaxy A22 5G, the phone could also have a quad-camera setup at the back, and one front camera under the teardrop notch.

We could get either variant in Malaysia, considering that Samsung launched the Galaxy A21s here last year. If that's the case, expect it to be priced below RM1000 as its predecessor did. Having said that, would you be interested in getting one? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


An iPhone X was still alive after falling out of a plane from 11,000 feet in the air

You probably have heard of stories about an iPhone surviving the odds. Whether if it was underwater or falling from the skies, this story is about the latter. According to a short experience shared by dmloftus from an aviator forum, his iPhone X actually survived a drop from an altitude 11,000 feet above.

Now, before you put on your sceptic glasses - the iPhone X wasn't naked as it was protected in an Otterbox Defender series case. But that's just part of the miracle since the user also found his iPhone laying on a soy dirt heap. With these two combinations, it's no wonder the iPhone X was still alive but regardless, it was indeed a stroke of extreme luck for these two best possible scenarios to happen.

How did the phone drop out of the plane in the first place? According to the pilot, the plane that he was planing - the DA40 features a large plexiglass canopy and a small side window that can be opened. So during a flight from Colorado Springs to Atlanta, the pilot couldn't help himself but take a photo of the clouds below him and...you know the rest.

Another piece of miracle was that after landing, the pilot even managed to locate his iPhone X via the Find My iPhone app. After more than an hour of finding it in a soybean field, the iPhone X didn't have any scratches and could still turn on after charging. It would have been a whole different story if it fell on a concrete floor.

If you like to read the full story, you can visit the forum here to check it out. Know any miracle story of a phone surviving a fall? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A23 5G Malaysia release: 5,000mAh battery and 50MP camera, priced at RM1,399

The 5G variant of Samsung Galaxy A23 launched last month has finally arrived in Malaysia. With Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 chipset, the device sits in the mid-range segment with tech specs like a 5,000mAh battery and 50MP camera. Now, let's have a recap on what else the device offers!

The Galaxy A23 5G sports a 6.6-inch LCD panel with an FHD+ resolution and 90Hz refresh rate support. Under the hood, the chip gets paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The battery also supports 25W fast charging. Furthermore, the rear gets a quad-camera setup, consisting of a 50MP primary module with an f/1.8 lens and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), alongside a 5MP ultra-wide (f/2.2), plus a pair of 2MP modules for macro and depth data. Meanwhile, the front uses an 8MP selfie camera housed in a waterdrop notch.

The Galaxy A23 5G retails at RM1,399, with colour options including Light Blue, Black and Orange. If you purchased it before 31 October, you could get a discount of RM100, making the device for only RM1,299. What do you think about Galaxy A23 5G? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more local smartphone launches.


Samsung Galaxy A23 5G may launch soon, spotted on Geekbench with SD 695 and 4GB RAM

Previously, we reported that a 5G version of the popular Samsung Galaxy A23 may be set for launch soon as various leaks and alleged renders of the device has surfaced online. Now, it seems that the smartphone is closer to release as it was spotted on a Geekbench 5 listing, which even revealed some of its specs.

While the LTE version of the Galaxy A23 featured a Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 SoC, it looks like its 5G brother would be powered by the Snapdragon 695. Well, that is to be expected as the SoC is a lower end chipset with a 5G connectivity modem.

Furthermore, according to the Geekbench 5 listing, the smartphone has been assigned the codename ‘Samsung SM-A236U’. According to MySmartPrice who shared the listing, it was also revealed that the device will have 4GB of RAM, an Adreno 619 GPU as well as run on Android 12 via One UI 4.

Besides that, no further information can be extracted from the benchmark listing. However, previous leaks claimed that the device will be within the affordable smartphone segment and has a 6.6-inch 90Hz LCD display, a 50MP main + 5MP ultrawide + 2MP macro + 2MP depth quad-camera setup and 5000mAh battery.

However, those are merely speculations as of right now, so we just have to wait until Samsung officially announced the Galaxy A23 to be certain. Hence, do stay tuned with us here at TechNave for the latest on the device as well as other trending tech news!


Samsung Galaxy A23 5G release: SD 695 chip, 6.6-inch LCD, and 5,000mAh battery

Samsung has finally launched the Galaxy A23 5G after seeing a few rumours of the device earlier this year. The 5G variant features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 chip and other tech spec changes. Read on to find out what it offers!

The device sports a 6.6-inch LCD panel with an FHD+ resolution, which is the same as the one on the 4G variant. However, the previous model came with a 90Hz refresh rate and Gorilla Glass 5, and it hasn't been confirmed yet whether these are on the new one. Under the hood, there's a 5,000mAh battery with support for 25W fast charging.

Furthermore, the rear camera setup brings four cameras in total. There is a 50MP primary module with an f/1.8 lens and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), alongside a 5MP ultra-wide (f/2.2), plus a pair of 2MP modules for macro and depth data. Meanwhile, the front has an 8MP selfie camera housed in a waterdrop notch. Other features include expandable microSD card slots up to 1TB, OneUI 4.1 based on Android 12, and more.

Samsung hasn't revealed the pricing details, but we know that the Galaxy A23 5G can get configured with 4GB, 6GB or 8GB of RAM and 64GB or 128GB of storage. The device could appear in the European and Indian markets first.

What do you think about the 5G variant of Galaxy A23? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone launch coverages.


Samsung Galaxy A23 5G renders show redesigned rear camera module

For Samsung fans in Malaysia, the Galaxy A series is just as well-known as the company's flagship models. In particular, the Galaxy A20 line models are super popular for being great value-for-money. Now, the usual sources have unveiled renders for the Galaxy A23 5G.

Renders from @OnLeaks have revealed that the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G would have some design changes. As you can see, the phone keeps the tear-drop notch but has a redesigned rear camera module. It uses a standard vertical alignment, instead of the square shape from before. Moreover, it has four cameras rather than three.

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According to CollegeDunia, the Galaxy A23's rear cameras would consist of a 50MP+8MP+2MP+2MP setup. The phone would also feature a 13MP front camera and a 6.4-inch display. For its core hardware, Samsung could be using a Dimensity 700 chipset, 6GB of RAM, and 128GB of internal storage. Allegedly, the phone would be launched on 31 March 2022.

As usual, some of these details are unconfirmed, so take them with a grain of salt. Having said that, what do you think of the design and specs? Is this good enough of an upgrade? Share your thoughts in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about this.


Samsung Galaxy A24 Malaysia release - Helio G99, 8GB+128GB & more, priced at RM999

Today, Samsung Malaysia announced the launch of the new Galaxy A24 nationwide. Priced at just RM999, it's now available for purchase and comes in Dark Red, Light Green and Black. From now on until 31 May 2023, customers can get a free 1-Year Extended Warranty worth RM999 and a free clear casing worth RM79.

In terms of tech specs, the Galaxy A24 features a MediaTek Helio G99 chipset, 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. It has virtual 8GB of RAM Plus so you can total it up to 16GB, and its Super AMOLED display is 6.5 inches and supports 1000 nits peak brightness.

Moreover, you can find three rear cameras, consisting of 50MP (main) + 5MP (ultrawide) + 2MP (macro), whereas the front camera is 13MP. Also, this phone has no 5G support but it has a triple SIM card slot where you can add more storage space via microSD card up to 1TB. Lastly, the battery pack is 5000mAh but there seems to be no fast charging.

For more information and details on the new Galaxy A24, you can visit the web portal here to check it out. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A24 release: Helio G99 SoC, 50MP main camera and 5000mAh battery

Previously, we reported on the alleged leaks of the Samsung Galaxy A24. Well, the information from the leak turns out to be true as the device was recently listed on Samsung Vietnam’s official website.

According to the listing, the Galaxy A24 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G99 SoC paired with 6GB or 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. In terms of display, the device sports a 6.5-inch SUPER AMOLED panel with an FHD+ resolution.

While no refresh rate was mentioned, it is believed that it’s a 90Hz display. Besides that, there’s also a water-drop notch which houses a 13MP selfie camera.

At its rear, the device sports a 50MP main + 5MP ultra-wide + 2MP macro triple-camera setup with OIS. Other notable specs include 5000mAh battery with support for 25W charging via USB-C, Android 13 OS via OneUI 5.1, dual SIM and microSD hybrid slot, NFC, a 3.5mm audio jack and colour options of either black, burgundy, green and silver.

As of the time of writing, no prices have been unveiled just yet, as well as whether the Galaxy A24 will be available in regions outside of Vietnam. Well, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave for the latest development on this and for the latest trending tech news.


Samsung Galaxy A24 specs and renders leak online, features a 6.5-inch 90Hz AMOLED panel

Since the unveiling of its flagship Galaxy S23 series, Samsung seemingly has been turning its focus to its midrange smartphones. Recently, the company released the Galaxy A14 and announced the Galaxy A54 5G as well as the Galaxy A34 5G.

Now, new information has emerged regarding another midrange device, the Galaxy A24 with its promotional images and specs allegedly leaked online. As reported by GSMArena which sourced a report from Gadgety, the promotional images show the smartphone in various colours, including black, silver, mint green and burgundy red.

Moreover, the device, which is set to be positioned between the Galaxy A14 and Galaxy A34 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G99 chipset paired with 4GB of RAM and 128GB storage. The Galaxy A24 also sports a 6.5-inch 90Hz Super AMOLED panel with Full HD+ resolution, a 19.5:9 aspect ratio and a peak brightness of 1000 nits.

As for imaging, the device features a 50MP main + 5MP ultra-wide + 2MP macro triple-camera setup at its rear and a 13MP selfie camera at the front housed in the water-drop notch.

The Galaxy A24 is also touted to feature 5000mAh battery with support for 25W charging, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and a 3.5mm audio jack. Of course, do take this with a grain of salt as nothing is confirmed as of yet. Well, we just have to wait until the official announcement from Samsung to find out for sure.

In the meantime, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave for the latest tech news such as this!


Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016), A5 (2016) and A7 (2016) released in Malaysia from RM1299

Mr Go Benn Lee, Product Manager, Mobile & IT Business Unit of Samsung Malaysia Electronics presenting the new Galaxy A Series (2016).

Samsung Malaysia have launched their new Samsung Galaxy A (2016) or Samsung Galaxy A6 series of smartphones for the masses. Featuring the Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016) for RM1299, Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) for RM1599 and Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) for RM1899. The Galaxy A3 (2016), Galaxy A5 (2016) and Galaxy A7 (2016) will be available on 28 January 2016 with a free 32GB microSD. A 4-day roadshow is starting today at Sunway Pyramid's Blue Concourse. Check out our tech specs and hands-on photos below:

Designed for the younger crowd, the entry-level Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016) maintains the same metal frame and glass front and back design in a slightly smaller 4.7-inch display form factor. It is the only device in the Samsung Galaxy A (2016) range that doesn't have a fingerprint sensor built into the home button, but it still feels like a Galaxy A (2016) smartphone with a more premium look and feel, especially the gold and pink gold versions.

The Samsung Galaxy A5 hits the sweet spot in the middle between the three with its 5.2-inch display.

Despite being the bigger brother of the series and all of them being the same 7.3mm thin, the Samsung Galaxy A7 feels like the thinner phone, perhaps because of its larger 5.5-inch display.

We've already done a comparison to see if you should upgrade your Samsung smartphone to the Galaxy A series (2016) and after the price reveal, it looks like an even better deal than initially revealed. Our pick of the litter would have to be the Galaxy A5 (2016) though, as it offers the best blend of features and price in a single package. However, if you're looking for all-out power and tech specs then perhaps the Galaxy A7 (2016) is more your cup of tea.


Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016) first impressions hands-on video

The recent Samsung Galaxy A6 series launch saw the launch of the Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016) for just RM1299. As an additional value feature, Samsung Malaysia have even added on a free 32GB microSD card right out of the box. The new Galaxy A (2016) series sees a revamp in the design of the smartphones, something you can see with our first impressions hands-on video of the Samsung Galaxy A3 (2016) below:


Samsung Galaxy A30 and A50 officially launched in Malaysia with Exynos 9610, 6GB RAM + 128GB storage and more from RM799

Following the launch of the Galaxy M20 which happened this morning, Samsung has officially announced the Samsung Galaxy A30 as well as the Galaxy A50 starting from RM799 and RM1199 respectively. While the Galaxy A50 utilizes an Exynos 9610 chipset with 6GB RAM and 128GB of storage, the Galaxy A30 offers an Exynos 7904 chipset with 4GB RAM and 64 GB of storage.

Both utilize new Samsung Infinity-U notched displays, but highlights include 15W fast charging with a large 4000 mAh battery and USB Type-C ports, features you'd normally not see for Samsung devices at these prices. The Galaxy A50 differentiates itself in terms of cameras as well, with a 25MP + 8MP + 5MP triple rear camera combo and 25MP front camera as opposed to the 16MP + 5MP dual rear cameras and 16MP front camera on the Galaxy A30.

No sign yet for the other members of the new Galaxy A family (which includes the A20, A60 and A90) but for now the Galaxy A30 and Galaxy A50 are available for purchase at the Samsung Experience Store nationwide. They're also available on the Samsung Malaysia Online store with three colour variants to choose from which are White, Black, and Blue.


An iPhone was lost and found after a year from a lake thanks to a drought

From time to time, there is always some news about an iPhone surviving the odds. From dropping off the sky or submerged underwater, one of the recent news is a Taiwanese man being able to retrieve his phone from a deep lake a year later.

Posted on a Facebook community news page a year ago, the Taiwanese was having a paddling activity in the middle of the popular tourist site, Sun Moon Lake and was carrying his iPhone 11 Pro Max inside a waterproof case that was strapped around his neck. Unfortunately, the strap broke and his iPhone dropped into the lake.

One year later, the Taiwanese got a surprise call from a surf shop operating nearby the lake. Surprisingly, the staff said they actually found his iPhone 11 Pro Max that was sealed inside the waterproof case. Moreover, the iPhone was still in good working condition despite being underwater for over a year thanks to the aforementioned casing.

How the iPhone was found was even more amazing. According to the source, Sun Moon Lake experienced a super drought and lost almost all the water. With this, it was easy for the staff to come across the iPhone on the ground. Reports said that the water levels have dropped approximately 12 metres.

Honestly, if it wasn't for the drought on the lake, the iPhone 11 Pro Max would never have been found easily. It's said that the drought was the worst one in 56 years. Anyway, that's all for the news. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A30 and A50 unveiled with 4000mAh battery and 6.4 inch Infinity-U display

Adding to Samsung’s range of mid-range smartphones are their A series with the Samsung Galaxy A30 and Samsung Galaxy A50 smartphones. Both smartphones feature the Infinity-U display alongside 4000mAh battery capacity which supports fast charging.

Starting off is the Samsung Galaxy A50 which has tech specs that include the Exynos 9610, 4GB/6GB RAM and 64GB/128GB of internal storage which is expandable up to 512GB. Design-wise, it comes with a pretty huge 6.4 inch AMOLED display. The rear is made out of 3D Glasstic, which is basically glass covered in plastic to give it extra protection. No rear fingerprint scanners can be seen on the back as it comes with a UD fingerprint scanner.

The Samsung Galaxy A50. I love the colour blue and coral!

On the front of the smartphone you’ll find a 25MP selfie camera which is what the device’s main attraction is as it comes with selfie blur to give yourself some pretty impressive looking selfies. On the back you’ll find a rear triple camera setup with 25MP, 5MP (depth) and 8MP (ultra-wide) sensors. Other features you’ll find on the camera is the Flaw Detection, Scene Optimizer and Bixby Vision. The device comes in an array of pretty colours such as Black, White, Blue and Coral.

Now, let’s talk about the Samsung Galaxy A30 which also comes in a pretty large 6.4 inch display as well as 3D Glasstic for the rear. This device is powered by the Exynos 7904 with 3GB/4GB RAM and 32GB/64GB of expandable storage. The A30 comes with a dual rear camera setup with 16MP and 5MP ultra wide angle sensors while the selfie camera is 16MP. Right underneath the cameras on the back, you’ll find a rear fingerprint scanner but the device does come with Facial Unlock.

The shiny backs of the A30 looks really sleek

Honestly, these tech specs and features look really good for a mid-range phone series, especially the Samsung Galaxy A50. However, it may be too early to tell as no Malaysia price or Malaysia release date has been announced officially by the Korean manufacturer yet. However, if you stay tuned to TechNave.com, you’ll likely be the first to know more details about the A series!


Samsung Galaxy A30S and A50S could start from as low as RM899

Recently, a Facebook page by the name of Five Five IT made a post which revealed the pricing of Samsung Galaxy A30S, as well as the Galaxy A50S. Based on the post, both the devices will start from the price of RM899 and RM1299 respectively.

But that’s not all, it seems that a shop on Lazada also revealed that the pricing of both devices that is currently listed on their product page is exactly the same as the Five Five IT page mentioned above. Based on our previous coverage, both the devices will come with a single front-facing selfie camera which is fitted inside the Infinity-U display notch and triple camera setup in the rear.

This is a telltale sign that the Samsung Galaxy A30S and the Galaxy A50S could be priced at RM899, and RM1299 respectively during the launch, which is happening on 17 September 2019. What do you think about the price of both the Galaxy devices mentioned above? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A31 Review - Good for all your daily tasks

Samsung Malaysia recently launched a few new models belonging to the mid-range Galaxy A series and one of them is the Galaxy A31. Competition is fierce in the mid-range category and it's especially so this month with so many brands launching new smartphones.

So what differentiates the Samsung Galaxy A31 from other phones and more importantly, is it a good phone? Please read our review and see if it has the "Awesome Screen, Awesome Camera, Long Lasting Battery Life" as claimed by the Galaxy A Black Pink ad.

Let's take a look at the first thing you can see on this phone, its external design. Once you hold the phone, you can feel the quality of construction (build quality) is very premium. To be honest, I don't think it looks all that different from the Galaxy S20+ flagship phone I reviewed a few months ago.

The back surface feels like glass, but it's not made out of glass. Instead, it's a material that Samsung calls 'glasstic', a type of plastic that was made to look and feel like glass. Even so, I don't have any complaints when it comes to the feel of the device, because it is a mid-range phone.

Although it's plastic, it looks very premium and feels like glass!

The colour variants given to us are Black Prism Crush Black, Prism Crush Blue and Prism Crush White

The camera bump isn't big like many other phones

The top, bottom and sides of the Galaxy A31

At the back is the quad-camera module that bears some resemblance to the one from the Galaxy S20 series devices. But unlike the large camera bump you'd see on the Galaxy S20 Ultra, the Galaxy A31 doesn't have one that that will be too noticeable. It's still there if you look closely, but it's shallow enough that it shouldn't bother you.

For the sides, you'll see the usual suspects. On the right are the power button and volume controls, while the hybrid dual-SIM and microSD tray can be found on the left. As for everything else, the 3.5mm audio jack, USB Type-C connector, microphone, and speaker are located at the bottom of the phone.

Now let's take a look at the display, which is a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED screen with Full HD+ resolution (1080 x 2400) and a screen-to-body ratio of 84.9%. While other mid-range phones have a 90% screen-to-body ratio, it's a bit disappointing that the Galaxy A31 only has 84.9%. This is because of the thick chin of the phone, as well as the tear-drop notch at the top of the screen that houses the front camera.

The Galaxy A31's Super AMOLED display has vibrant colours

There is also a notch that houses the selfie camera and a thick bezel at the bottom

As we've come to expect from Samsung, the Galaxy A31's Super AMOLED display delivers beautiful visuals with vibrant colours. Despite it only having a normal refresh rate of 60Hz, the great image quality is more than enough to impress. Speaking of the screen, the phone uses an under-display fingerprint sensor that's located at the bottom of the screen.

Under the hood, the Galaxy A31 is powered by the MediaTek Helio P65 chipset, a mid-range chipset that's also found in the Galaxy A41. We'll be taking a closer look at how the chipset performs in the Performance section but we'll get to that later.

So when it comes to mid-range phones within this price range, most tend to have a quad-camera module and the Galaxy A31 is no exception. It consists of a 48MP primary camera, 8MP ultra-wide camera, 5MP macro camera, and 5MP depth sensor. As for the front, Samsung went with a 20MP selfie camera.

The Galaxy A31 has a camera setup similar to the Galaxy S20

With a capacity of 5000mAh, the battery in this Galaxy A31 is quite large and you'll have no issues having it last for an entire day. The fast-charging adapter isn't as impressive as higher-end phones, of course, but 15W fast-charging is still decent.

Here's the full list of Galaxy A31 specifications:

According to the benchmark tests, the Samsung Galaxy A31 scored 156579, lower than other mid-range phones like the HONOR 9X Lite (166879), the HONOR 9X (184545), the Redmi Note 9S (252662) and the realme C3 (178152). But that doesn't mean you should underestimate this phone!

As I mentioned earlier, the Super AMOLED display delivers great image quality and great visual experience for when I watch YouTube videos, browse social media or play games. However, I had trouble using the Galaxy A31 under the bright sun. Even at the highest brightness setting, it failed to eliminate the glare. Also, I wasn't too hot on the thick bezel at the bottom of the screen.

The fingerprint scanner at the bottom of the screen is very responsive, capable of reading my fingerprints quickly. If you want to use face recognition to unlock the screen, you can also do so via the selfie camera. This facial recognition function is as responsive as the fingerprint scanner too. It can even work in the dark, though it would take a longer time to recognise my face.

When I played a game on this phone, I could see why its AnTuTu score was lower than the other phones I mentioned. I've tried games like PUBG Mobile and COD Mobile that won't tax the phone's chipset too much, but the frame rates were still rather inconsistent.

This does not mean that the games cannot be played on the Galaxy A31. For a smoother gaming experience, all you'd need to do is lower the graphics settings. But if you are a gamer who cares about graphics quality and smooth frame rates for mobile games, then the A31 may not be the phone for you.

With a battery capacity of 5000mAh, you'll be able to do a lot with the Galaxy A31 in a day and still have some battery left when you get home at night. During my daily usage tests, where the Galaxy A31 was fully charged in the morning, the battery usually had around 30% left before I went to bed at night. So, a big battery is one of the main draws for this phone.

However, in terms of charging it's not amazing. Samsung Malaysia forgot to pack a charging adapter for the unit loaned to us, but I own a Galaxy A50 with the same 15W fast-charger. Using that charger, it takes me almost two hours for a full charge from 5% of battery left.

Charging from 4% to 95% takes 1 hour and 55 minutes. Charging usually takes about two hours

But what about the camera? Glad you asked. I'm happy to say that the Galaxy A31 cameras take very good photos in most situations.

Let's start with some sample shots taken using the 48MP primary camera:

The colourful donuts look very appetising

This picture of Nasi Lemak was taken using Food mode

Despite the shade and going against the light, the camera could still show the details of the tree

The ultra-wide camera also provided satisfactory results. However, there were some slight distortions on the sides, as is typical for some ultra-wide cameras.

Here are some pictures that were taken using the ultra-wide camera:

Late evening at the skate park in Lembah Keramat

You can see some distortion here based on the Masjid in the picture, but it's not too noticeable

A successful shot that captured the entire range of Bukit Tabur

As for the macro camera, it was great when I wanted to take close-ups of any subject. However, I noticed that the macro camera had brighter colours than the main camera.

Take a look at the samples I took using the macro camera below:

The macro function is useful for taking close-up pictures of objects like the flowers here

A comparison of the colours for the main camera (left) and macro camera (right)

Although the Galaxy A31 is a mid-range phone, it is capable of taking great night shots in auto mode. Most of the time, low-light shots of mid-range phones aren't that good, but that wasn't the case with the Galaxy A31.

Even if the light source is poor, it's enough for the A31 to get a good shot. The following are some photos I took in low-light conditions:

The green leaves can still be seen despite the poor lighting

A picture that was taken in very dim situations. My eyes can't see clearly but the camera can capture the green leaves

One of the features I love is the Live Focus mode. As the name suggests, it will focus on your face while taking photos and blur the background accordingly.

Of course, we don't need to tell you why Bokeh is great for selfies. Having this feature just makes you stand out in your pictures more. However, do note that the Live Focus mode only works for photos and not videos.

A comparison between Live Focus mode (left) and a regular selfie (right)

Having said that, the cameras on the Galaxy A31 might not be enough for you if you are a keen photographer. This is because the cameras don't come with a lot of features or modes other than the auto mode.

If you don't want to use the basic auto mode, you're left with Food, Panorama, and Macro modes. There's a Pro mode, but it only allows you to select the ISO, exposure value, and white balance. Also, there's no special Night mode to enhance your low-light shots.

The cameras in the Galaxy A31 don't come with a lot of special features

In terms of video, the Galaxy A31 is capable of recording 1080p videos at 30 frames per second. It doesn't support 4K recording, but at this price point, it's something to be expected. The video quality is good and the autofocus function is very fast.

However, it does not come with any image stabilisation. So, if you do a recording while moving, the vibrations and stutters will be very apparent in the video.

My experience with the Samsung A31 was very good and I recommend it if you want a mid-range smartphone that has no gimmicks and will not disappoint you when you need it. I'd got as far as to say that Samsung managed what it boasted in the Galaxy A Black Pink ad: "Awesome Screen, OK Camera, Long Lasting Battery Life."

At RM1099, it's a very good phone. However, if you are into mobile gaming or photography, you may want to find another option. For gaming, you can get the HONOR 9X or Redmi Note 9S, while for the photography you could check out the OPPO A92.

Let us know on Facebook if this review has helped you make a purchase decision. Also, stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest news in tech and mobile gadgets.


Samsung Galaxy A31 fully unveiled, comes with 48MP camera and 5000mAh battery

Samsung quietly released details on the tech specs and design of the Galaxy A31 smartphone earlier today. This model for the Galaxy A series is a mid-ranger with a few similarities with the Galaxy M31 that's launching on 27 March 2020. The Galaxy A31 will come with a quad rear camera setup and a large battery.

The Galaxy A31 has a simple but elegant design. You can see a 20MP selfie camera placed under a waterdrop notch on the front of the screen, which is a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display. There's also an in-display fingerprint sensor here. On the back, you'll see the quad-camera module on the top left. It consists of a 48MP main camera, 8MP ultra-wide camera, 5MP macro lens, and 5MP depth sensor.

As for tech specs, it comes with an octa-core CPU, up to 6GB of RAM, and up to 128GB of internal storage. The chipset was not revealed, but it's most likely the MediaTek Helio P65 chipset. Of course, there's the large 5000mAh battery that supports 15W fast-charging.

Samsung hasn't announced the price and availability of the Galaxy A31 yet. However, we do know that it'll come in Prism Crush Black, Prism Crush Blue, Prism Crush Red, and Prism Crush White colours. So, would you be interested in getting this model when it launches in Malaysia? Please let us know on our Facebook page! And for more news on the latest gadgets, continue to follow us on TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A32 4G unveiled but price and availability unknown

The 4G variant comes in black, white, blue, and purple colours

There's no doubt that 5G will be a thing in the future. But 4G devices tend to be cheaper, so buying them means you will be spending less. With that being the case, a 4G variant of the Samsung Galaxy A32 could be very welcome.

According to Gizmochina, Samsung has revealed the specs for the Galaxy A32 4G. The new variant is expected to be equipped with a Helio P35 chipset, at least 4GB of RAM, and a choice of 64GB or 128GB of internal storage. It also has a sizable 5000mAh battery and a 6.4-inch S-AMOLED display, which has a refresh rate of 90Hz. As a reminder, the Galaxy A32 5G launched last month comes with notable differences in specs.

Speaking of the display, it comes with an under-display fingerprint reader. In terms of cameras, the phone comes with a quad-camera setup (64MP+8MP+5MP+2MP) at the back and a 20MP selfie camera. As for its other features, the phone comes with microSD card support, so you can have more storage for the pictures you take.

In our opinion, the Galaxy A32 4G variant looks to be the better option. Unfortunately, there's no news on price and availability yet. We'll keep an eye out for updates about this device so stay tuned to TechNave!


Samsung Galaxy A32 5G, Galaxy A52 and Galaxy A72 Malaysia release: 90Hz display and up to 64MP camera from RM1099

Samsung Malaysia has officially announced that the Samsung Galaxy A32, Galaxy A32 5G, Galaxy A52, and Galaxy A72 at the price of RM1099, RM1199, RM1499, and RM1899. The smartphones will be available starting from 26 March 2021 via participating Samsung Experience Stores and authorized retailers across Malaysia.

If you were to purchase all the smartphones mentioned before 30 April 2021, you’ll be eligible for free gifts worth up to RM109 such as a Soft Clear Cover or a Clear Standing cover. But that’s not all, if you purchase the aforementioned products via Samsung eStore before 15 April 2021 and use the promo code “TECHAVIP” at checkout, you’ll be eligible for a free Samsung Car Charger on top of the free clear cases.

Check out our launch article if you want to find out more information regarding the Samsung Galaxy A32, Galaxy A32 5G, Galaxy A52, and Galaxy A72. With all that said, would you be interested in getting any of the phones mentione? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A32 5G could come with a special rear camera design, priced at ~RM1626"

According to sources, Samsung is going to launch a mid-range smartphone in the next few weeks. The device might be the Galaxy A32 5G and may come with a price tag of $400 (~RM1626).

The Galaxy A32 5G could come with an interesting quad rear camera design a 48MP main camera. On top of that, it looks slightly bulky from the side with measuring 164.2 x 76.1 x 9.1mm, so it might pack a big battery as well.

The camera module might inspired by the LG Velvet

The device could come with a 6.5-inch LCD screen with a v-shaped notch. The device might feature a MediaTek Dimensity 720 chipset, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB or 128GB of internal storage. Lastly, the device could come with a 3.5mm audio jack port, USB Type-C port, a speaker at the bottom.

Are you looking forward to this device? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A32 5G design unveiled via leak of cases

For Samsung fans, the last few weeks have been packed with rumours. Besides the news of the flagship Galaxy S21 series that's coming in Q1 2021, the company also quietly launched the Galaxy A12 and A02s recently. Now, leaks reveal that there's going to be a Galaxy A32 5G coming soon too.

According to Sudhanshu, some parts of the Samsung Galaxy A32 5G were revealed through leaks from a case maker. The images show that the phone could have a tear-drop notch for the front camera and a display that seems curved. At the back, there's a vertically-aligned triple rear camera with two LED flash. Besides that, there's what seems to be a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and a 3.5mm audio jack.

Samsung Galaxy A32 5G render via case maker-3.5mm jack-Vertically aligned lenses on LHS-Physical fingerprint scanner & Volume keys on RHS#GalaxA325G pic.twitter.com/dmZOm4ARGj

As for the tech specs, we don't have any details on that yet. However, it's rumoured that this could be the most affordable Samsung 5G smartphone for 2021. In that case, it could be using the upcoming Snapdragon 775 chipset. It's also likely to have at least 6GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. Of course, we're just speculating here, so take what we've said with a grain of salt.

With that said, what do you think about the design revealed here? Is this a phone you'd be interested in? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


Samsung Galaxy A32 5G is now RM100 off for a limited time

Today, Samsung Malaysia announced a new discount promotion for the Galaxy A32 5G phone. For a limited time until 19 December 2021, the phone is now priced at RM1099 and in case you're wondering, its recommended retail price was RM1199.

To recap the tech specs, the Galaxy A32 5G runs on a Dimensity 720 5G chipset, 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage (expandable up to 1TB via a microSD card). You can also find a quad rear camera setup consisting of a 48MP (main) + 5MP (macro) + 2MP (depth) + 8MP (ultrawide) lens and a 13MP front camera. Then for the battery, it's packing 5000mAh and supports 15W fast charging technology.

Available in Awesome Violet, Awesome Blue, Awesome White and Awesome Black, the 6.5-inch Galaxy A32 5G phone can also be traded with and an old device. You can also save 20% off and get 1 year of Accidental & Liquid Breakage Plan at RM88 or 2 years Accidental & Liquid Breakage Plan at RM168 until 31 December 2021.

To learn more about the Galaxy A32 5G, you can visit the official website here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A32 5G is official, packing a quad rear cam setup, 5000mAh battery and more

Before the Samsung Unpack goes live tonight at 11 PM, Samsung just released the latest Galaxy A32 5G with the official tech specs. Most of the previous rumours that we wrote before turn out to be true, particularly the camera design but anyway, let's check out the Galaxy A32 5G.

The first highlight that Samsung wanted to show is the camera setup. For the quad rear camera, it consists of a 48MP (main) + 8MP (ultrawide) + 5MP (macro) + 2MP (depth) lens. It appears that there isn't any camera bump so that's nice, and you can find the 13MP front camera as well as a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.

The Infinity-V display is just using TFT material and measures 6.5-inches in HD+ resolution. There are three types of RAM - 4GB, 6GB and 8GB but with the same 128GB internal storage with expandable memory up to 1TB. As a mid-range tier device, the battery pack is huge which is 5000mAh and supports 15W fast-charging. The phone supports Dolby Atmos as well.

Since the Galaxy A series is quite popular here, we are pretty sure that Samsung Malaysia will be importing this phone into the Malaysian market. What do you think of the phone? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


4 Reasons Why the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 & Galaxy Z Flip Are More Durable Than You Think

What are your first thoughts when you think about foldable phones? Cool? Futuristic? Fragile? There can be many answers, but phones, in general, are fragile when not handled with care. The good news is that with the technology improving exponentially, glass durability is getting better and more mid-range phones are getting it.

For the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 and Galaxy Z Flip, they may look "flimsy" but you would be surprised by the durability. So without beating around the bush too much, here are the 4 reasons that make these foldable phones more durable than you think.

At this age, all the phone brands have a blueprint for manufacturing a phone. But a foldable phone? That's just a different whole story altogether because they are literally attaching two devices and making sure the hinge doesn't break when folding. It's not just the hinge, but the foldable glass as well which makes it all tricky.

In order to have a good viewing experience, the hinge mechanism is quite complex but ultimately, Samsung improved the hinge from its predecessor and made it more durable than before. Actually, Samsung integrated two virtual axes hidden underneath the display so that the foldable Galaxy devices are more flexible. This also helps the display to stay intact and gives it that firm 'snap' when folded.

With Samsung figuring out the hinge solution, this allows them to make it sturdy when folding halfway. On the Galaxy Z Fold2 and Galaxy Z Flip, you may have seen how users just unfold them and leave them on the table. This is all thanks to the CAM mechanism inside which allows it to free-stand at 115 and 75-degrees.

Fun fact - since the Galaxy Z Fold2 is larger than the Galaxy Z Flip, the former requires a dual CAM mechanism to function!

Here's another fun fact, the Galaxy Z Fold2 and Galaxy Z Flip have many other tiny components including the CAM mechanism. Moving all of them in unison at once is simple when the structure is right, but that also means space is required which also means there must be a gap in between.

In other words, having tiny holes would definitely allow dust and dirt to get inside. You don't need a mechanical engineering degree to know that once it gets inside, the mechanism structure inside would degrade the performance. So how do you solve that issue?

Surprisingly, they can fit in the biggest (purple) fibre into the Galaxy Z Fold2's hinge

Well, turns out that the Samsung R&D team figured out they needed to install a fibre that's tiny enough to be inside the hinge. So whenever you open or close the Galaxy Z Fold2 and Galaxy Z Flip, the fibre will move along sweeping whatever it's inside. Genius.

Finally, the final piece that was added to the Galaxy Z Fold2 and Galaxy Z Flip is none other than the Gorilla Glass Victus. For your information, Victus is the 7th generation Gorilla Glass and it can survive a drop of up to 2 metres. On top of that, it's also scratch-resistant is now as twice as tough compared with Gorilla Glass 6. Enough said.

Have you managed to get your hands on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 and Galaxy Z Flip yet? If you would like to learn more about the phones, you may visit Samsung Malaysia's official webpage right here and here respectively. For your information, the phones cost RM6999 and RM3999 respectively and those weren't the original prices. Well, it's not for everyone but if you want a piece of that gadget for your lifestyle - do check it out.


An in-display front camera by Samsung is already in development

So you probably have heard of an in-display fingerprint sensor, but have you heard of an in-display front camera? That's what the latest news says and it seems that Samsung could be the first one to do so. As more Android manufacturers continue to adopt the notch, Samsung is refusing to join the club and is currently finding their own way on how to integrate a front camera without a notch.

The Twitter shoutout taken below was during the 2018 Samsung OLED forum held in China. During the presentation, the new technology was briefly mentioned, as the Korean giant also mentioned having an in-display fingerprint sensor, touch-sensitive technology and screen sound technology with its under-screen sensor (UPS). At the moment, only some Samsung devices are in the test lab and we honestly think that we won't be seeing it that soon, even for the upcoming Galaxy S10 which will come in the first quarter of 2019.

Great news! Samsung established the direction of mobile phone design in 2019!On October 18th, Samsung Display invited about 20 customers to hold the "2018 Samsung OLED Forum" at the Shenzhen Marriott Hotel in China. At the meeting, Samsung showed a PPT pic.twitter.com/sYu0ORTd6V

#Samsung is working on a new technology trying to hide the front camera underneath the display. My sources told me that there are just a hand full of prototypes using this technology. I don't think we'll see this feature in retail phones until 2020, but who knows

Samsung is also currently looking into other OLED related technologies, which should include TV's but what do you think of having an in-display front camera? How will it look like? Stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A32 release: 90Hz display, up to 64MP rear camera, and 5000mAh battery

Other than the Samsung Galaxy A52, A52 5G, and A72 that was just announced, Samsung also unveiled the Galaxy A32 smartphone as well. Also, just like the other smartphones mentioned above, there is no news on the Malaysia release date and exact local pricing for now.

In terms of the tech specs, the A32 comes with a MediaTek Helio G80 chipset, 8GB RAM, 128GB ROM, 6.4-inch FHD+ 90Hz display, as well as a 5000mAh battery that supports up to 15W fast charging. In terms of the camera, sports a 64MP + 8MP + 5MP + 5MP rear camera as well as a 20MP front-facing selfie camera.

Feature-wise, it comes equipped with the Game Booster software which automatically tweaks the phone’s hardware to increase game performance. Not only that, it runs on Android 11 with One UI 3 on top.

With all that said, would you be interested in getting the Samsung Galaxy A32 as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.