Samsung Electronics voted Best Brand in Asia in 2015 for 4th year

Samsung Electronics has been voted the Best Brand in Asia in 2015 for the fourth year in a row from the 'Asia's Top 1000 Brands' annual online survey. Conducted by Campaign Asia-Pacific with Nielsen the survey covers Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam encompassing 14 major categories. Samsung Electronics scored top 5 in all 14 consumer electronics categories which also includes smartphones, mobile phones, refrigerators and TVs. The award goes hand-in-hand with Samsung's continued investments in research and development resulting in the recent curved SUHD TV and dual-curved Samsung Galaxy S6 edge. Here's what Samsung Electronics had to say about it:

“Samsung Electronics is proud to be voted as the best brand in Asia for the fourth consecutive year. Just ten years ago, we were ranked as the 15th brand in Asia. Samsung’s rise to the top in Asia has not come about by chance. Our brand resonates positively with consumers because we understand what consumers in the region want. Our deep consumer insights and relentless drive to innovate allow us to stay ahead of dynamic market demands, technological changes, and localised consumer needs across different countries in Southeast Asia and Oceania.” Irene Ng, Vice President, Marketing, Samsung Electronics Southeast Asia & Oceania.


If you happened to just move into a new home or you're looking around for some sweet Internet theme entertainment packages, you might want to opt for unifi's latest Plus Box. Recently just announced, the unifi Plus Box is powered by Android TV and offers a wide variety of features.

"Ok, that sounds nice but what's in for me?" Well, you've come to the right place and in this article, we will break down 4 Reasons To Get Yourself a unifi Plus Box. From 4K content to pricing, here's everything you need to know about the unifi Plus Box.

According to the unifi website, there are three unifi Home plan packages with the unifi 300Mbps as the Ultimate Pack. Initially, the original price was RM275 per month but now it has been reduced to just RM199 per month which is quite a good deal considering the best internet speed and entertainment options.

While all three packages offer a free unifi Plus Box (4K ready, more on that later), only the Ultimate Pack gives a bonus free 6-month Viu subscription and allows your unifi PlayTV app access for up to 5 devices. As for the other two packages - unifi Home 100Mbps and 30Mbps - both only get 2 unifi PlayTV accounts and no free Viu access.

We mentioned that whichever unifi Home package you get, a free unifi Plus Box will be given free of charge. Coming bundled with 4K ready contents, you will be able to enjoy most of your favourite shows on your TV screen from various channels such as unifi TV, BBC Player, YuppTV, Dimsum, Viu, YouTube and more! It's that simple.

That's not all, you can also project contents from your mobile, tablet or laptop as long as you have the unifi playTV app. This allows you to enable up to 5 multi-screens at the same time, which is great without needing to increase subscription fees or purchase additional traditional set-top boxes (STBs).

To add on, each of them offers many blockbusters and TV shows. More than you can count on your fingers (and toes), if you want to binge on K-Dramas, Viu has got you covered. Love cars and cooking shows? BBC Player has Top Gear and Gordon Ramsay, and of course, you can catch on your favourite content creators right on YouTube in glorious 4K resolution.

Finally, the unifi Plus Box also comes with a new graphical user interface which is integrated with Google Assistant. Whether in Bluetooth, infrared, or WiFi, you are in total control with your voice so use it to search your shows, check your schedule and even control your smart home appliances!

Before we end this article, if you are a current or new user and you wish to improve your unifi Home online experience, you can choose any 'Add-ons' from unifi's suite that has a Mesh WiFi system. This can help eliminate any WiFi 'dead spots' for just RM15 per month (2 nodes) for 2 years. Super easy, barely an inconvenience.

So that's it! If these 4 reasons sound good to you, you can get started on their official promotional page right over here and learn more about unifi Home packages and unifi Plus Box. Stay tuned for more unifi promotion news at TechNave.com.


An NBA player was tested positive for COVID-19, forcing the season to be suspended

Here's some breaking news - recently just announced from Twitter, it seems that NBA has just become the next unfortunate sports event to be cancelled due to the recent COVID-19 outbreak concerns. It was tweeted by @TomerAzarly, a writer for LA Clippers, sharing the official statement that not only the game tonight but the whole season will be suspended definitely after an NBA player was tested positive for the infection.

The player was unnamed but fans who were looking forward to the game between Utah Jazz and Oklahoma City Thunder at the Chesapeake Energy Arena will have to wait. It's said that the infected player wasn't at the arena so that's good news but as a proactive measure, the NBA has already suspended the game until further notice. The necessary steps in following this pandemic are now in effect.

BREAKING: The NBA has suspended the remainder of the season until further noticed. pic.twitter.com/3EdMEkUKeh

The COVID-19 spread has been causing a lot of organizing events problems. Prior to this, E3 2020 was officially cancelled and are looking for ways to present their show online. For now, please do keep your hygiene well and do not travel outstation for everyone's benefit. We will continue to keep an eye on out any outbreak news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Engineering to build an onshore gas plant worth $680 mil in Sarawak

Of all the things, we didn't expect to see Samsung and Sarawak in a piece of headline news together. Well, Sarawak Shell Bhd just offered a $680 million contract to Samsung Engineering. The latter group will plan to build an onshore gas plant in Bintulu for Shell's Rosmari Marjoram project.

From the official statement, Samsung Engineering was contracted to do engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning (EPCC) for the onshore gas plant. There will be two phases to be carried out before Shell's final investment decision (FID), and then after the FID is secured. The plan is expected to be done by the end of 2025 and has the capacity to process up to 800 million cubic feet of gas per day.

Samsung Engineering has a couple of completed projects around the world and the company looks to discover new business opportunities in the gas market. Moreover, they are also looking to participate in additional Front End Engineering and Design and EPCC projects in Malaysia.

In other news, Samsung Malaysia has been quite quiet on their side. However, we think the next big thing that the company is launching is the next-gen Galaxy Fold 4 and Galaxy Flip 4. There aren't many details about them yet so until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Experience Store relaunched at The Gardens Mall

Reopening the Samsung Experience Store Large

Today, Samsung Malaysia Electronics has relaunched their Samsung Experience Store Large (SESL) at The Gardens Mall, Kuala Lumpur. Designed to be a one-stop retail solution, the store offers a full range of smartphones, tablets, wearables, ecosystem and accessories under the Samsung brand name.

The management team officially relaunching the store

Being only one of few SESL establishments in the country with vast retail area that integrates merchandising, experiential zones and customer service, the grand reopening marks the establishment’s first major revamp since its inception in 2013 and incorporates the new flagship store concept for Samsung.

On the other hand, there's a grand opening special for customers starting today (9 June) until 27 June 2017. Customers who purchase any Samsung products over RM1000 will be granted a Mono Bluetooth Headset for free, and a free Wireless Charger Stand if you register your first payment card. Also, there's a mystery gift for customers who completes who four stations at the store.

If you want to go and take a visit, it’s located at Lot T-242A & B T-243, Third Floor, The Gardens Mall. Stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Exynos 1000 has a performance increase of 190% compared to SD865

Whenever Samsung launches a new smartphone series, the Malaysian market will always get the Exynos variant. Some people may be cool with it, but some may not as they prefer the one that comes with a more powerful Snapdragon Qualcomm chipset. However, it looks like Samsung is going to change that as the Exynos 1000 is rumoured to be almost three times faster than Qualcomm's Snapdragon 865.

Last year in June, the Korean company has authorized the processor to use RDNA GPU technology instead of the existing Mali GPU. With the change, the RDNA GPU has boosted the performance of Exynos 1000 and makes it score higher in various tests. In Manhattan 3.1, the processor got a score of 181FPX, which is 50% higher than the Adreno 650 GPU of the Snapdragon 865. While in the Aztec ruins (Normal) test with higher performance requirements, the Exynos 1000 ran up of 138 FPS. In the test of the Aztec ruins (High), the frame rate of the Exynos 1000 reached 58 FPS, which is almost 3 times higher than the Snapdragon 865.

If you're wondering whether the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series will come with the Exynos 1000 processor, the answer might be no. It is said that the processor is expected to be released at the end of this year or early next year. Therefore, it might debut together with the next Galaxy S series and rewrite the history.

Let us know what you think about the powerful performance of Exynos 1000 on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting tech news.


Samsung Exynos 1200 might not be what we want as the successor of Exynos 1080

Samsung is preparing to launch a mid-range chip soon, which is the Exynos 1200. However, although it's considered a successor of the Exynos 1080, new information proves that it might be far from fulfilling the requirements to become the powerful next-gen mid-range chip.

Similar to Exynos 1080, the Exynos 1200 also uses a 5nm process. The upcoming Samsung processor will have two ARM Cortex-A78 CPU cores operating at 2.4GHz and six Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0GHz, alongside the ARM Mali G68 MP4 GPU clocked at 1GHz. However, the previous Exynos 1080 came with one Cortex-A78 core running up to 2.8GHz, three more Cortex-A78 cores at 2.6GHz, and four Cortex-A55 CPU cores at 2GHz. It even gets a more powerful Mali G78 MP10 GPU.

Therefore, the Exynos 1200 isn't really a fitting successor of the Exynos 1080, as it's obviously a downgrade rather than an upgrade. The chip is said to be featured in the upcoming Galaxy A33 and A53. Let's see if the chip is truly what we found here by then.

What are your thoughts on the Exynos 1200 chip? Drop a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech reports.


Samsung Exynos 2100 chipset will feature ARM cortex-X1 CPU core for greater performance

When it comes to mobile chipsets, the Exynos 990 hasn't been as impressive as this year's flagship Snapdragon 865. But Samsung decided not to throw in the towel and has two new chipsets on the way. One of it is the Exynos 2100 chipset, which a reliable source has some new info on.

According to Ice Universe, the Samsung Exynos 2100 chipset will have an 8-core CPU. The configuration is expected to include one Cortex-X1 core, three Cortex-A78 cores, and four Cortex-A55 cores. It could potentially be a more powerful chipset than expected, especially since its Mali-G78 GPU is also expected to be similar with the Adreno660 on Qualcomm's upcoming Snapdragon 875 chipset.

A strong evidence shows that Exynos2100 will adopt the Cortex-X1 architecture. The reason is that the code 3396 appeared in Geekbench. Converting it to hexadecimal is d44, and d44 corresponds to the Cortex-X1 architecture. pic.twitter.com/yXKPggDm3O

For your information, the Cortex-X1 CPU core architecture was first introduced by ARM back in May 2020. It's expected to deliver up to 30% more peak performance compared to the Cortex-A77 core used in many chipsets. Incidentally, the Kryo 585 CPU core in the Snapdragon 865 chipset is a variant of the Cortex-A77. If nothing else, there's hope that the Exynos 2100 chipset could be more comparable with the Snapdragon 875 chipset than previous news suggested.

If Samsung's new flagship chipset turns out good, it'll be good news for Samsung fans who are waiting for the Galaxy S21. Having said that, what do you think about this? Would you still prefer having a phone with a Snapdragon chipset? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Samsung Exynos 2200 handily beats Apple A14 Bionic in GPU benchmark

Back in June, sources claimed that the Samsung Exynos 2200 outperformed the Apple A14 Bionic in GPU performance. The source provided no evidence to prove it, but now there's another benchmark to compare the two chipsets. But this time around, we have more details on the chipset.

According to @frontron, the new benchmark shows that the AMD rDNA2 GPU on the Samsung Exynos 2200 chipset still outperforms the Apple A14 Bionic chipset in the GPU department. The unknown phone with the chipset scored an average fps of 170.7, 121.4, and 51.5 on the three GFXBench benchmarks. Note that the average fps is notably lower than the numbers recorded in the previously leaked benchmarks.

Exynos 2200 AMD mRDNA architecture GPU June sample6CU based 1.31Ghz clock test with AMD provided development beta version driverManhattan 3.1: 170.7 fpsAztec normal: 121.4 fpsAztec high: 51.5 fpsSimilar to A14 (reference below)Source:https://t.co/kO58OaB12b

But what is that? Well, another report a few weeks back suggested that the development team ran into some throttling issues. As such, they may have reduced the clock speed or max power draw of the GPU to avoid that problem. In fact, we now have some specs for the chipset. Specifically, the Exynos 2200's GPU has 6 Compute Units and runs at 1.31GHz. The max power draw for the entire chipset is estimated at 6W.

It's uncertain if Samsung and AMD have solved all the development issues. But if they have, then we could expect the new chipset to launch sooner than later. Now we just need to wait and see which device will be the first to feature this new chipset. To find out, stay tuned to TechNave for any related news in the future.


Samsung Exynos 2200 revealed, comes with Cortex-X2 CPU cores, 200MP camera support, ray-tracing, and more

Last week, Samsung finally confirmed that the Exynos 2200 would launch soon. The new chipset is expected to be available on the Galaxy S22 series, which could be revealed on 8 February. Now, Samsung has officially unveiled its new chipset.

As announced by Samsung, the Exynos 2200 is a high-end mobile chipset with powerful ARM v9 CPU cores and the Xclipse GPU based on AMD's RDNA 2 architecture. This chipset is manufactured on the 4nm process and is designed to deliver superior mobile gaming experiences. It also has an upgraded neural processing unit (NPU) to enhance mobile photography.

Moving on, let's check out the specs for the Exynos 2200. Samsung's new flagship chipset comes with an octa-core CPU, which consists of 1x Cortex-X2 CPU core, 3x Cortex-A710 CPU cores, and 4x Cortex-A510 CPU cores. The GPU is called Xclipse 920 and offers ray-tracing support to mobile games. Besides that, the Exynos 2200 chipset supports 4K displays with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz or QHD+ displays at 144Hz. It can also support a 200MP camera, 8K video recording at 30FPS, and more.

Pretty impressive, but what do you think? Would you get a new phone with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, Dimensity 9000, or Exynos 2200? Share your preference below in the comments section, and do stay tuned to TechNave for more tech news.


Samsung Exynos 2200's graphics performance has surpassed Apple A14 Bionic even before release

We all already know that AMD is participating in the development of Samsung's next flagship smartphone processor, Exynos 2200. Before it even gets released, the graphics performance of the upcoming product is already confirmed to beat Apple's A14 Bionic chip's.

According to a GFXBench benchmark result, the Samsung processor with AMD graphics has surpassed the graphics performance of the Apple A14 Bionic. If both chips had the same power, we can say that Samsung has done an amazing job this time by proving that it has the ability to create an all-round chip.

At Computex 2021, AMD has revealed more information about the collaboration project with Samsung by announcing that the upcoming Exynos SoC will feature custom AMD RDNA 2 architecture-based graphics. With that, future flagship smartphones with Exynos 2200 will be able to support raytracing and have variable-rate shading capabilities.

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


Samsung Exynos 2200 to be equipped on laptops and smartphones

Remember the piece of Exynos news from yesterday? It's said that Samsung is working on a new Exynos chipset with AMD GPU that will be used in laptops. A reliable source has said that this is the Exynos 2200 chipset, which will also be used in other devices.

Specifically, Ice Universe claimed that the 5nm Exynos 2200 will also be used in smartphones. Of course, chips for laptop computers are usually much larger. So it's more accurate to say that Samsung will be using the same chipset architecture for both smartphones and laptops. By the way, the source believes that Samsung will be using the new ARM V9 architecture.

But which device would this chipset power? First, we already know that there's an unconfirmed Samsung laptop that will allegedly be using it. In terms of smartphones, the vivo X70 series and Samsung Galaxy S22 series could also be equipped with it. It's also possible that Samsung will find more partners for its new chipset.

As usual, it's all just speculation so far, so don't take it too seriously. Of course, we do hope that there will be some official news in the coming months. Having said that, do you think this Exynos chipset will perform well? Share your thoughts in the comments below, and stay tuned to TechNave for further updates on this.


Samsung Exynos 2500 chipset will have custom GPU that focuses on optimisation

Although the Exynos 2200 chipset wasn't as impressive as some would have liked, Samsung seems determined to keep it going. We're expected to see the Exynos 2300 this year, but sources claim that the Exynos 2500 is already in the works.

Allegedly, Samsung is working on a chipset that will feature a custom GPU with plenty of optimisations. The chipset is tentatively named the Exynos 2500 and is unlikely to be ready anytime soon. According to the source, it's a high-performance chipset for Galaxy, which implies that a future Galaxy S series device will be equipped with it.

Samsung is also working with AMD on a GPU for the Exynos 2500 (tentative), a high-performance chip for Galaxy. However, it will be based on AMD's IP but will focus on 'catching optimization'

If this chipset can deliver, Samsung could decide to ditch Qualcomm's flagship chipsets for an in-house solution. The company's chip fabrication arm lags behind TSMC, but is expected to be ready to mass produce 3nm chipsets by 2H 2024. As such, this rumoured Exynos 2500 chipset might only be ready in late 2024 or early 2025.

With the Exynos 2200's failure to impress, it's hard for many to feel excited for the alleged 'dream chip'. But having competition in the mobile SoC space is a good thing, so let's hope Samsung succeeds this time. Anyway, let us know if you're excited for a successful Exynos chipset in the comments!


An OPPO Reno Gundam Edition could be in the works

So we have been writing a couple of news already about the OPPO Reno, although none of this is official - we have a new leak on a possible OPPO Reno Gundam Edition smartphone by smartphone leaker Ice Universe from Twitter, giving us a really good render of the special model.

That said, tech specs on this phone are pretty ambiguous as well. But we expect it to be better in some aspects such as memory capacity and battery pack which is always the case. Who knows, it might even go up to 10GB of RAM, 512GB of storage and a bigger battery more than 4065mAh. But we shall see.

Exclusive: OPPO × Gundam launches a new smartphone！ pic.twitter.com/sz1kVMGYCG

The OPPO Reno series is set to appear in Malaysia on 27 May 2019 and will be joined by OPPO ambassadors, Neelofa and Owen Yap. We will be keeping an eye on this and it would be cool for OPPO to make this special edition a reality. Stay tuned for more OPPO news only at TechNave.com.


Samsung Exynos 9 Series 9810 revealed with faster LTE speed and deep-learning capabilities

In today's news, Samsung Electronics is proud to announce that the company has developed a premium application processor - Exynos 9 Series 9810. It's the successor and second-generation 10nm FinFET process and it's said to bring the next level of performance to smartphones with its faster gigabit LTE modem and a better deep learning-based image processing software.

With this, the Exynos 9810 processor will allow Samsung owners to multitask effortlessly such as transitioning between mobile apps with faster loading speed. Inside the chip's architecture design, there's an eight-core CPU, the first four cores are third-generation customers cores that can reach 2.9GHz while the other four are used for performance optimization efficiency. To add on to that, cache memory, single-core performance is improved twice as much and the multi-core performance has been increased 40%.

Besides that, Samsung has also integrated neural network-based deep learning and stronger security. This will surely assist Bixby to another level to accurately recognize people or items in photos to categorize them, as well as for biometric system through depth sensing scanning the user's face via hybrid face detection. Furthermore, the processor has three different processing unit for facial, iris and fingerprint recognition.

There are a lot more things that the processor can do, such as making the phone to broadcast or stream videos up to UHD resolution, a faster and more energy-efficient image and visual processing. You can check out the rest of its capabilities at Samsung's official News Room here to know more.

The Exynos 9 Series 9810 is currently in mass production, while we aren't sure if it will appear on the Samsung Galaxy S9 series, we shall see. Stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Exynos Modem 5300 announced for up to 10Gbps speeds and better energy efficiency

Samsung recently announced their latest Exynos Modem 5300 for SA (standalone) and NSA (non-standalone) 5G networks. Built using a 4nm EUV fabrication process, this 5G modem promises better energy efficiency for longer lasting batteries.

On the technical side, the modem is sub-6Ghz and mmWave capable with up to 10Gbps download speeds and 3.87 Gbps upload speeds. It also supports the latest 3GPP 5G NR Release 16 standard but there’s no news on what phone or chipset the modem might be used for yet. Check out their site for more details and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news on tech.


Samsung Exynos chip with AMD graphics could launch on 19 November

Samsung and AMD have confirmed the collaboration on the next-generation Exynos chip. Now, both of them might be ready to announce it soon after posting something mysterious on social media platforms. If the source had guessed it right, the Exynos 2200 chip with AMD graphics would arrive on 19 November.

A recent post from the Korean tech giant's Exynos official Instagram account is definitely hinting at something big. The caption reads "Gaming has come a long way. What we used to deem 'immersive', relied on a slew of external factors, like the surrounding environment. But the advancements of semiconductors have changed that – learn how, when we move to our new home on Nov. 19th. Stay tuned." It then ends with a hashtag that says "Everything Changes".

The upcoming Samsung Exynos flagship chip has gained high expectations after the announcement of the collaboration dropped. Will Samsung be able to live up to all the rumours? Besides featuring RDNA architecture, the chip might also bring ray tracing and variable rate shading. However, we still need to wait until the day when Samsung confirms all of these.

Are you excited about the launch of the next-gen Exynos chip? Share your thoughts with us by leaving a comment and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech news.


Samsung Exynos chip with AMD graphics crushed Apple A14 Bionic in leaked benchmark results

Samsung and AMD's project for the Exynos chips has been put on hold for a long while. Until now, the latest reports are claiming that the Exynos chip with AMD's graphics performance would finally arrive this year. Before that happens, leaked benchmark results have appeared revealing that the chipset made by both companies is able to crush Apple's A14 Bionic chip.

According to the early benchmarks of a first-gen AMD-powered Exynos chipset, its graphics performance is ahead of the A14 Bionic in the 3D graphics performance test using GFXBench. The results were discovered by an unknown source in the Korean community website Clien. It is hard to identify if it's real as no screenshots were provided. Therefore, let's not have high hopes now before the actual product releases.

Back in June 2019, Samsung had announced a strategic partnership with AMD to use the Radeon graphics in its Exynos chipsets. However, nothing has happened from the partnership for nearly two years. Now, 2021 could be the time for us to witness the fruition from the companies as they work together to bring the Exynos chips to another level.

Let us know what you think about the leaked benchmark results on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech leaks.


Samsung Exynos chipset with AMD GPU could be out in 2H 2021

Rumours about a Samsung Exynos chipset with AMD GPU have been around since January. Some sources claim that it would be used for mobile devices, but most believe it'll be for a laptop. More importantly, it seems there's now an estimated release window for it.

According to The Korea Economic Daily, Samsung could unveil the new Exynos chip in the second half of 2021. If that's true, the company will be the first to have an ARM-based Windows laptop equipped with a powerful AMD GPU. This would probably be a variant of the mobile Vega graphics included with AMD's Ryzen Mobile CPUs.

The source of the news also mentioned that this Exynos chipset was manufactured on the 5nm process. It promises high performance and great battery efficiency, which would help laptops last longer on battery. Assuming the news is accurate, we could assume a new Samsung laptop to launch with the Exynos chipset later this year.

Of course, there's no official confirmation from Samsung, so take the news with a grain of salt. Having said that, would you be interested in a laptop powered by this rumoured Exynos chipset? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Samsung & FOTOCHARLIE opened a new Samsung Consumer Electronics Experience Store in Yong Peng, Johor

Today, Samsung Malaysia Electronics and FOTOCHARLIE opened their doors to a new Samsung Consumer Electronics Experience Store in Yong Peng, Johor. This marks Yong Peng’s first Samsung Consumer Electronics Experience Store which retails Samsung’s latest collection of consumer electronics and home appliances.

Operating from a 1,300 sqft facility strategically located in the prime area along Jalan Damai, Samsung Malaysia and FOTOCHARLIE are proud to announce great offers on selected Samsung products. Customers can also enjoy up to 40% off on selected Samsung products when they purchase between 29 September to 6 October 2022 at the store.

Products on great bargain range from Samsung 85" Crystal UHD Smart TV, Sound Tower ST50B, to Jet 75 Premium. But that’s not all, customers will also be entitled to two years of exclusive warranty upon purchase. The Samsung Consumer Electronics Experience Store also serves as a one-stop solution.

You can now visit the new Samsung Consumer Electronics Experience Store at No. 11, 13, 15, Jalan Damai, Taman Jelita, 83700 Yong Peng, Johor.


Samsung Family Hub Refrigerator now packed with AI and IoT features

From today's Samsung SEAO Forum 2019 event, the company has revealed a few new products that most of us are familiar with, such as the QLED 8K TV lineup and some home appliances. One of the returning products is the Family Hub Refrigerator and it's now packed with AI and Internet of Things (IoT) features.

Design-wise, it's more or less but with added features as mentioned. Called as the Family Board, it's a new communication tool for family members to interact with each other personally, as well as monitoring food management with others. You can think of it as an e-bulletin board to share information with each other, to know the time schedule, weekly menu, sending travel magnets or posting up images and messages. Similarly to the smart TVs, the Family Board has a screen save too or blend in with the walls with Ambient Mode when not in use.

The new Family Hub has more space than before

The touch screen is 21-inches and you can do a lot of things with it - food management, family communication, entertainment and IoT

Obviously, the fridge can also be connected through your Galaxy smartphone as well with Smart View app. This will allow the user to multitask and run some third-party apps on the fridge. This includes a hands-free call, play music, and others

In addition, the new Bixby 3.0 can also be utilized for better control and services. For starters, the user can set up Morning Brief with Bixby to announce the essential information such as weather, top news and things to do. Users can also use Bixby on the fridge to arrange a plane ticket, Uber and even pre-set the oven temperature

You can also control the temperature inside the fridge!

That's pretty much about it for the Family Hub Refrigerator, we think in the future, most of the family household will be able to own this futuristic product. Let us know what you think in the comments and stay tuned for more #SamsungForum2019 news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Flip - The Workplace of the Future is here in Malaysia now for RM12,999

Today, Samsung Malaysia is introducing a new way of having board meetings in the office. Enter the Samsung Flip, this new piece of technology could replace the traditional whiteboards and give a new meaning to meetings for better interaction and collaborative digital engagement. Samsung is dubbing this as the "Workplace of the Future" and we think this paperless dream will alive in the future too.

So what does it offer? Well, for starters it has a 55-inch UHD display with multi-user engagement up to 4 different participants, writing or annotating directly on the screen at the same time with either their fingers or a dual-sided pen. On top of that, the Flip display can be rotated to both portrait or landscape orientation depending on the content for viewing convenience.

The Samsung Flip in portrait mode (left) and landscape mode (right)

Moreover, they can choose their own writing style, size and colours and of course, it's compatible with the PC, Android phones (sorry, iOS users) via NFC and USB. That also means you can transfer your files, documents, slides and work-related contents from your phone easily without a pen drive. The Flip can also securely store all content within a central database, via a password-based protection system safeguard software inside it.

If that sounds good for your business and want to go for the future, the recommended retail price stands at RM12,999 (#omg). To find out more about the Samsung Flip, you can head over to this website here or contact their hotline service at 1800-88-9883.

Yup, drawing is possible. You can even save the file and send it online by e-mail, print it out or as a message

Stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Foundry is making the customized Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip for Galaxy S23 series

Previously, we had heard the news of Samsung getting a specially-made Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip for the Galaxy S23 series. Until now, we have a new update on it. It's reported that Samsung Foundry will be making the boosted flagship chip.

Recent reports revealed that the chip on Galaxy S23 series would have a higher clock speed than the original variant. However, a tweet from RGcloudS claimed there would be two versions of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoCs made with different process nodes instead. One would be the AC variant using TSMC's N4P process node, while the other AB version uses Samsung Foundry's own 4nm LPE process.

Samsung Foundry is also a big player in the industry, so it makes sense for it to handle the orders itself. At this point, it seems that the Galaxy S23 series will indeed feature a different variant of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for real. Let's hope it'll live up to the hype and offer the experience on another level than the other Android devices utilizing the new chip.

What do you think about the news? Share your opinion by leaving a comment, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech reports.


Samsung Galaxy 11 World Tour here in Malaysia from 13 June 2014

Samsung Malaysia is bringing the Samsung Galaxy 11 World Tour to Malaysia from 13 June 2014 to 22 June 2014. The showcase will offer users a close encounter with the Samsung Galaxy S5, Galaxy Gear 2 and Gear Fit devices with various activities to be held at the Orange Concourse in Sunway Pyramid Shopping Mall. According to Samsung Malaysia, the Galaxy 11 World Tour takes place in only 10 countries of the world, with Malaysia being one of them. Users will also get the opportunity to trade in any pre-owned mobile phone for a brand new GALAXY S5. A cash voucher equal to the value of the pre-owned mobile phone will be given along with an additional RM200 voucher for massive value.

Footballers such as Farizal Marlias, Nazmi Faiz, Stanley Bernard, Syed Adney and Zaquan Adha along with celebrities like Diana Danielle and Sazzy Falak will also be on hand to spice up the activities, but do check out the table for when they'll be available. Samsung won't be alone at the event as participating dealers such as Harvey Normal and Samsung Telco partners will also be available at the Galaxy 11 World tour.

Users who purchase the Samsung Galaxy S5 smartphone during the Galaxy 11 World Tour will get a free flip cover and OTG cable from the Samsung Experience Store and Harvey Norman. If you didn't bring enough cash for the Galaxy S5 which retails at RM2399, you can also opt to pay in 6 or 12 easy monthly installments via credit card. The Samsung Galaxy S5 will be available in Shimmer White, Charcoal Black, Electric Blue and Copper Gold so do check out the fun-filled football themed activities.


An RM499 Huawei Y6 smartphone saved a UK citizen's life

Based on a statement by TheSun.co.uk, it seems that UK citizen Beth McDermott, managed to contact emergency services via her Huawei smartphone after she was knocked unconscious for three days from falling down the stairs at home. Her Huawei smartphone, which is the Huawei Y6, still had around 50% charge even after three days mainly due to how the smartphone manages the applications installed in order to save as much battery as possible.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on a person’s life being saved thanks to the battery life of the Huawei Y6? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy 4 Classic design revealed in latest leak, expected to come in 3 sizes

It has already been confirmed that the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 would come with the Wear OS. Besides that, there isn't much about the upcoming model that we know yet. However, the designs and some details of the smartwatch have just been revealed.

Thanks to Android Headlines, we have our first look at what's going to be called the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic. As you can see, it comes with a metal frame and two buttons on the right for easy control. Samsung also kept the rotating bezels, which is great news for those who love it. It has also been revealed that there will be three sizes this time: 42mm, 44mm, and 46mm.

The leak also shows that the Galaxy Watch 4 will be available in black, grey, and silver colours. You can also choose a stainless steel or aluminium body. Speaking of materials used, the display for the watch will be protected by Corning Gorilla Glass DX or DX+. It's also going to have a 5ATM rating, so you could go for a swim with it in a pool safely.

Samsung will allegedly launch its new smartwatch at the next Unpacked event, which is supposed to be on 3 August 2021. That's when we'll be getting new Galaxy smartphones too, so it'll be an exciting launch. Until then, stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates on Samsung's devices.


Samsung Galaxy 5 Review

Also known as Samsung i5500 Corby Smartphone, Samsung Galaxy Europa, Samsung Galaxy 550

Samsung Galaxy 5 shouldn’t be confused with Samsung Galaxy S which is a high end flag ship model from the Korean electronics giant. Galaxy 5 is an entry level smartphone and it is one of the cheapest Android phones in the market. The low price doesn’t necessarily mean that the phone has compromised on a lot of features.

The Galaxy 5 has a rounded, distinctive design with curved back. This makes it easy and comfortable to hold the phone in the hand but when you put it on a flat surface, the handset rocks from one side to the other. I liked the finish of the phone, it is attractive and glossy and has chrome edging. However, the glossy finish also attracts a lot of fingerprints easily and this won’t go well with hygiene freaks who love to keep their gadgets clean.

The Samsung Galaxy 5 has a display of 2.8 inches and it is a capacitive touch screen display which is another delight at this price range. The resolution is a bit low though, at 240×320 pixels. In sunlight, the screen totally goes blank. Due to the small size of the display, the onscreen keyboard looks pretty cramped.

Samsung Galaxy 5 is running on Google Android 2.1. With this OS, the Galaxy 5 contains all the functions and features that you’d find on the more expensive phones. There is access to the Android Market for third party apps, a cool notifications taskbar, and seamless automatic synchronisation with the Google services.

One really impressive feature on the Samsung Galaxy 5 is the Swype text input. It is an option that lets you slide your fingers on the keys for typing in single motion. The software will type the word for you or if there are more options, then the software will suggest options. Swype is a really cool feature and it is a smart inclusion considering that the screen of the phone is really small.

Camera isn’t one of the Samsung Galaxy 5’s biggest attractions. This phone has a two megapixels shooter and the maximum possible resolution you get is 1,600×1,200 pixels. The camera specs might be low but you still get a lot of fun features. The user interface is pretty Samsung standard which isn’t a bad thing. It is thumb friendly and gives you easy access to the settings and shooting modes.There is no dedicated shutter button here and you will have to take pictures using the D-pad. For activating face detection, you need to switch to the Smile shot mode. Tap the virtual camera shutter button and the photo will be snapped even if the subject doesn’t smile. There are couple of colour effects, panorama mode, grid lines and geotagging options available.

Samsung Galaxy 5 comes with all possible connectivity options. This is a GSM quad band phone having EDGE and GPRS. There is 3G and GPS support too.  Local connectivity options include microUSB 2.0, Bluetooth 2.1 and Wi-Fi b/g with DLNA. For connecting your favourite set of headphones, there is 3.5 mm headphones jack.

Samsung Galaxy 5 has inbuilt memory of 160 MB. Remember that Android 2.1 Eclair doesn’t let you install apps on the external memory card. You can only do it on the internal memory so you got to use the internal space judiciously. On the bright side, the manufacturer has bundled a 1 GB card with the box.

Samsung Galaxy 5 comes with Android browser and it is really good. The UI is minimalist and yet very powerful. Hitting the menu button will show you six keys. From here, you can open tab, switch the tabs, go forward, refresh pages, and open bookmarks. There is a button which gives you more options like find on page, text copy, etc.Samsung Galaxy 5 doesn’t have multi-touch support and hence you cannot pinch-to-zoom. There is virtual zoom instead via double tapping. The browser is really good but the overall surfing experience is marred by the small screen size. I won’t recommend you this phone if you are the kinda person who browses the Web a lot on cell phones.

Samsung Galaxy 5 comes with a default Android music player. There is no TouchWiz magic support here. When a song is being played, you get the track info in the notification area and this is a good shortcut to the music player on your home screen. There is an equalizer with plenty of presets include Music clarity and Bass enhancement. There is support for 5.1 channel virtualization but it is available only on the headphones.

Samsung Galaxy 5 has FM radio along with RDS and unlike the MP3 player, you get TouchWiz skinning here. Interface here is pretty simple and there is tuning dial for saving up to three stations as favourites; they give you quick access. Running automatic scan will give you a list containing all possible stations. You can listen to the FM radio on the loudspeaker but you will need to keep the headset plugged in because it contains the antenna.

Samsung Galaxy 5 video player can handle MP4 and 3GP video files. There is no DivX support on board. I tried to play some 720p videos but the phone refused to do it. This isn’t really disappointing because the screen of this phone is too small and it wouldn’t have looked good anyways.

Samsung Galaxy 5: Battery and performance

The phone runs on a 1200mAh battery which has a talktime of 9.5 hours and on standby basis the phone can go for 520 hours. The phone has also been provided with a better connectivity system which includes Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and 3G. In addition of internet browser helps one to stay connected to the social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter and Orkut.

Samsung Galaxy 5 is a good budget smartphone running on Android OS. There are a few shortcomings here but it is totally acceptable considering the affordable price. The small display and the small resolution are the only two things that I am sceptical about. If you don’t really mind the small screen, then go ahead – it is a great phone for you.


Samsung Galaxy 551 Review

The  Samsung Galaxy 551 is one of the relatively unknown Samsung Android phones out in the market today. This mid-level smartphone has a feature that’s quite rare in Android phones available locally, a slide-out QWERTY keyboard.

This Android phone has got youthful and chunky dimension of 111x55x15.2mm, which appeals you at very first look. Though, it’s pocketable mobile handset but sores with its bulky body having total weight of 156gms. Samsung Galaxy 551 has got the sliding QWERTY keyboard, no issue with this. This comfy & quick keyboard eases your texting. This Samsung smartphone is the graceful design that accomplishes desire to own stylish highly-featured mobile.

The 3.2inches TFT capacitive touchscreen handles the display and presents every text, image and video with 240x400pixles resolution count. It produces 16M shades of colors.

Good quality sounds and music is offered by this mobile handset-Samsung Galaxy 551, which has got multiple audio file supports like MP3, WAV, eAAC+ player. Therefore, you are free to play any music format and take advantage of your favorite music stuff. Its Stereo FM radio having RDS, tunes you to your much loved music station. Vibration alert, MP3 & WAV ringtones are the other supports.

The 3.15MP camera offers you literally dull and unpleasing images in resolution count of 240x400pixles, in comparison to currently available other smartphones of same range. Don’t do mistake by expecting good quality video recording, which is disaster with all new Samsung Galaxy 551.

However, the in-built 160MB storage capacity is enough to store good amount of data and stuff but if you looking for more then you don’t need to go anywhere. As, this Samsung mobile has got huge 32GB external memory card support and allows you to hang out with your practically unlimited and extensive world.

Battery power is fairly satisfactory. Samsung Galaxy 551 has been occupied with a Standard Li-ion 1200mAh battery offering you maximum standby time upto 520hrs (2G)/ upto 370hrs (3G) and maximum talk time upto 9hrs (2G)/ upto 5hrs (3G). With this handset you will enjoy long time chit-chat fun and need not to get it charge frequently.Samsung Galaxy 551: Connectivity

Google applications and SNS integrations become more interesting & easier with Samsung Galaxy 551 and stretch your horizons of new approaches. This new Android phone has got great connectivity features like GPRS, EDGE, 3G & WLAN along with the HTML browser offering you better experience of net-surfing, chatting, emailing, uploading, downloading and more.

Samsung Galaxy 551 has got simple to all sophisticated means of communication through its messaging options including SMS, MMS, Email, Push Email, IM and RSS. Now, you can stay connected with your family and friends, covey your messages & ideas and express yourself in more reflective way.Samsung Galaxy 551: Network

This hottest discussion i.e. Samsung Galaxy 551 effectively works on both 2G & 3G network with bandwidth frequencies of GSM 900/ 1800/ 1900MHz & HSDPA 2100MHz providing you clear & smooth network coverage and pleasure of enjoying class performance.

You will feel great fun and pleasure every moment with this smartphone, it comes with good number of truly exciting and adventuring games offering you something extra and happening. Samsung Galaxy 551 is the complete & compact package of unlimited fun and entertainment.

Samsung Galaxy 551 has been designed in a sophisticated manner and offers you appreciable performance. Its Android operating system & connectivity features supports provide you rich Google apps and web experience respectively. Touchscreen is quite responsive and quick. It opens every desired app in blink of an eye. But, the camera and bulky body are the sore aspects with Samsung Galaxy 551.

The Samsung Galaxy 551 is mainly created to address the market of those who want a slideout keyboard on their Android phone without spending too much. What’s good about it aside from the physical keyboard is the sharp WQVGA screen. It’s a decent and affordable mid-range Android phone that could keep you connected to your social networks when you’re on the go. If you’re looking for a Android phone with a QWERTY keyboard, the Galaxy 551 should make it to your short list of phones to consider.


Samsung Galaxy A Quantum 2 specs and real image leaked online

Samsung launches quite a few phones every year, some that never make it to our shores. An interesting one is the Galaxy A Quantum, which had an older chipset but added security chip. This year, Samsung will be launching its successor and some details have been leaked.

According to Naver.com (in Korean), the Galaxy A Quantum 2 will launch on 23 April 2021. It comes with a Snapdragon 855+ chipset, 6GB of RAM, and 128GB of internal storage. Design-wise, it has some similarities to the Galaxy S21 series. It's also about the same size as the Galaxy S21+, which means it should have the same 6.7-inch AMOLED display.

In terms of cameras, this model has a single punch-hole camera in the front and a triple-camera setup at the back, which includes a 64MP main camera. As for features, it should have the same Quantum RNG chipset to generate encryption keys, an under-display fingerprint reader, and Dolby Atmos sound.

Unfortunately, this model may not be launched here, so you will have to import it if you're interested. Having said that, what other security features should a phone need to make you pick it over other flagship options? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Samsung Galaxy A Quantum has a Quantum RNG chipset that brings stronger security

Other than screen refresh rate and cameras' megapixels, strong security is also another feature that we want in a smartphone for reliability and safety purposes. For years, Samsung always has the Knox promoted as a service that will protect their consumers' data and personal information, and it does! Now, the Korean tech giant is collaborating with a telecom company in the country by adopting a new security solution to the Samsung Galaxy A Quantum, and it's packed in a Quantum Random Number Generation (RNG) chipset.

The Quantum RNG chipset has an onboard CMOS image sensor to detect photons, as the basis for the random number generation used for encryption keys. Due to quantum noise, the LED emits a random number of photons, which are captured and counted by the image sensor’s pixels, giving a series of raw random numbers that can be accessed directly by the user applications. The telecom company, SK, has an app called SK Pay which allows users to set biometric authentication with it in order to use the technology while making mobile payments.

Furthermore, the first smartphone that is rumoured to have this technology will be a Samsung Galaxy A71 5G. It will feature an Exynos 980 5G chipset that supports 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. Other than that, there is also a 6.7-inch FHD+ screen, 4,500mAh battery, quad-camera setup (64MP + 12MP wide + 5MP macro + 5MP depth), and a 32MP selfie camera in a punch-hole cutout. The price of the device is at 649,000 Won (~RM2,285) and only Korea will get the variant with the Quantum RNG chipset.

Although it's still unclear how the technology will benefit us as it hasn't been released yet, it is still good to see smartphone manufacturers are taking initiatives to protect their consumers' personal data. Let us know what you think about the Samsung Galaxy A Quantum on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone updates.


Samsung Galaxy A Series (2017) pre-order period extended

With the on-going demand of the Samsung Galaxy A Series (2017), Samsung Electronics Malaysia is pleased to announce that the pre-order of both Galaxy A5 (2017) and A7 (2017) has been extended to 22 January 2017!

As always, just simply head to participating outlets and online stores from now until 22 January this month to place an order, and you will receive a complimentary Samsung Level U Pro wireless headphones worth RM399. You may also visit their website to pre-order too.

Stay tuned for more Samsung news at Technave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A Unpacked 2019 (and BlackPink) livestream details announced

As previously mentioned, Samsung Electronics will have another Unpacked event and this time it will take place in Bangkok, Thailand. Under the theme Era of Live, the company will be unveiling its latest Galaxy A devices on 10 April 2019 at 8 PM (GMT+8).

Although they aren't telling us what are the devices, what we do know is that South Korea girl group, BlackPink will be appearing live during the event. But if we have to guess, the rumoured Galaxy A90 and Galaxy A70 could make its debut, as well as another unknown Galaxy model with an Infinity V display as teased on Samsung Mobile's Twitter page.

According to rumours, the Galaxy A90 is rumoured to pack a Qualcomm Snapdragon 715 processor, 6.7-inch FHD+ Infinity Display, a 48MP + 8MP + ToF triple rear (rotating?) camera with 25W charging technology. Meanwhile, the Galaxy A70 has already been revealed where you can check it out right here. The official price tags will probably be announced at the event.

To catch the latest Galaxy A series and BlackPink live, you can tune in to Samsung.com.my or its official Facebook page on 10 April 2019, 8 PM (GMT+8). Stay tuned for our official coverage only TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A and M details leaked showcasing colour options and storage variants

Sammobile.com released a leak detailing the colour schemes and storage capacity of what seems to be the upcoming Samsung Galaxy A as well as the Galaxy M series. Based on the report, the Samsung Galaxy A series will be bringing back the white colour scheme along with Blue, Pink, Black, Red, and Silver on launch day while the Samsung Galaxy M series will have only the Blue and Dark Grey to choose from

In terms of tech specs, the storage capacities has been revealed hinting that both the Galaxy A and M series will have devices with up to 128GB of Internal storage as well as dual SIM capabilities. But other than that, there is no official information in regards to the pricing, and when will it be available in the Malaysian market. For more updates like these, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A series 2021 lineup - A72 & A52 | TechNave Unboxing and Hands-On Video

Two weeks ago, Samsung have officially announced the Galaxy A series 2021 lineup which includes the Galaxy A32, Galaxy A32 5G, Galaxy A52, Galaxy A52 5G, and Galaxy A72. Here you can check out the difference between the Galaxy A52 and Galaxy A72 by comparing them.

The Galaxy A52 comes with a 6.5-inch display and the Galaxy A72 comes 6.7-inch display. Both devices feature the same display which is an FHD+ SuperAMOLED Infinity-O display with a 90Hz of refresh rate. As for the battery, the Galaxy A72 is powered by a 5000mAh battery whereas the Galaxy A52 comes with a 4500mAh battery.

The price tag for the Galaxy A72 and Galaxy A52 are RM1899 and RM1499 respectively. If you were to purchase all the smartphones mentioned before 30 April 2021, you’ll be eligible for gifts worth up to RM109 such as a Soft Clear Cover or a Clear Standing cover.

For more information, please check out the Samsung Galaxy A series 2021 lineup unboxing video and be sure to stay tuned for more unboxing videos on TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A series coming to Malaysia on 8 January 2015

Samsung Malaysia will be bringing in their Samsung Galaxy A series of smartphone to Malaysia on 8 January 2015 as they have already sent out save-the-date invites. While they didn't mention specific models, the Samsung Galaxy A3 and Galaxy A5 are expected to arrive ahead of the Galaxy A7. Bearing a similar thin metal frame design with the Galaxy Alpha smartphone, the new Galaxy A3 and Galaxy A5 are aimed at the young and trendy. As such, the two may be priced rather attractively, perhaps below RM1K. This news comes amidst reports that the Galaxy Alpha itself could soon be discontinued with existing stock being allowed to run out. Check out the tech specs of the Galaxy A5 and Galaxy A3 smartphones below:

In related news, Samsung will be confirming reports and rumours with an opening keynote by BK Yoon, President and CEO of Samsung Electronics which will be broadcasted live from Las Vegas on January 6 (Tuesday), 10.30am, Malaysia time.


An “Ultra” OnePlus 8T with 12GB RAM and Android 11 might be on the way

Just yesterday, OnePlus CEO has confirmed that there won’t be a OnePlus 8T Pro variant. With that, we are only just waiting for the OnePlus 8T 5G on 14 October. However, Geekbench just revealed that there could be another variant with better tech specs.

On Geekbench, the OnePlus 8T 5G’s model number is listed KB2001. But now there is another model number KB2000, this unknown device comes with a Snapdragon 865 chipset, 12GB of RAM, and running on Android 11 out of the box. Judging the tech specs, this could be an “ultra” variant.

On the other hand, this “ultra” phone could feature similar tech specs as the OnePlus  8T. This includes the official 120Hz AMOLED display, USB-C charging port, a twin battery pack, and supporting a 65W Wrap Charge Technology.

Well, let us just take a pinch of salt and wait for the official announcement in two weeks’ time or so. What model do you think that it could be? Let us know in the comment below, be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A series devices tipped to use AMD mRDNA GPU as well

Next year's Samsung Galaxy A series will probably be really competitive in terms of tech specs. After the rumour came out saying that all the 2022 Galaxy A devices would feature optical image stabilization (OIS), a new report has arrived claiming that some would also get the mRDNA GPU from AMD.

According to the source, Samsung will be using three different types of AMD mRDNA GPU for its Exynos mobile SoCs. They will differ in the number of cores and clock speeds. The one that is for Galaxy A series devices is currently being tested at 1GHz. Their Exynos SoCs could also use ARM Cortex-A78 CPU cores instead of the X series.

For now, it's still unknown exactly which Galaxy A devices will get to try out the mRDNA GPU with new Exynos chips, but sources are taking their guess on the Galaxy A53 or A73. Although it's nice knowing that these more affordable devices will be getting flagship tech specs, we still hope that the company won't raise the price for that reason.

Are you excited about seeing next year's Galaxy A series smartphones? Leave a comment to let us know and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


Samsung Galaxy A series lineup - A33, A53 & A73 | TechNave Unboxing and Hands-On Video

Last month, Samsung Malaysia launched the Galaxy A series lineup which includes the Galaxy A33, Galaxy A53, and Galaxy A73. Here you can check out the differences between these devices by comparing them.

There are more than 6 colour variants for you to choose from which are Awesome Gray, White, Mint, Blue, Black, Peach, and White. Besides that, these devices are powered by a 5000mAh battery that supports 25W fast charging and sports a quad rear camera setup. On the other hand, the Galaxy A33 sports a 6.4-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED 90Hz Infinity-U display, 6.5-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED 120Hz Infinity-O for the Galaxy A53 variant, and the Galaxy A73 features a 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED+ 120Hz Infinity-O.

As for the pricing, The Galaxy A33 comes with a price tag of RM1499. The Galaxy A53 and Galaxy A73 are RM1849 and RM2099 respectively. For more information, please check out the Samsung Galaxy A series lineup unboxing video and be sure to stay tuned for more unboxing videos on TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A01 Core release: 5.7-inch screen and 1GB of RAM, priced at ~RM285

Samsung have always launched a wide range of smartphones and today they brought a new phone to Indonesia. This time, the new entry-level phone is the Galaxy A01 Core. The phone is rumored to cost $67 (~RM285) as the promotion price until 23 July, but after that, it would cost $74 (~RM314).

The Samsung Galaxy A01 Core comes with a MediaTek MT6739 chipset and 1GB of RAM. For daily usage, it is best to open one app at a time as it can’t support running many apps in the background. On the other hand, this device comes with two different internal storage variants which are 16GB and 32GB. If this is not enough for you, you may slot in a MicroSD card as well.

The Samsung Galaxy A01 Core colour variants

As for the display, the Samsung Galaxy A01 Core features a 5.7-inch LCD PLS panel with HD+ resolution and an 18:5:9 aspect ratio. Furthermore, this device’s body material comes in plastic and has three different color variants: Blue, Red, and Black. There's also a 3000mAh battery, 2 SIM card slots, and a 3.5mm headphone jack port.

To add on, the device sports a single 8MP rear camera and a 5MP selfie sensor. Since Malaysia has the first version (Samsung Galaxy A01) at RM499, we think there’s a good chance that Samsung Malaysia might bring this in. What do you think about the Samsung Galaxy A01 Core? Do you think this device is worth buying? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news at TechNave.com


Samsung Galaxy A01 Malaysia release: 5.7-inch Infinity-V Display and 13MP camera for RM449

The Samsung Galaxy family is ever-expanding and the latest to be announced is the Galaxy A01. This new model is an entry-level device with a moderately large screen, good dual-rear camera setup, and a battery that should last you long enough (for its specs). Best of all, it's highly affordable.

Although smaller than its flagship counterparts, this smartphone comes with a 5.7-inch Infinity-V display with good screen-to-body ratio. Another key feature of the Galaxy A01 is the dual-camera at the back, which consists of a 13MP main wide-angle lens and 2MP depth sensor. It's enough to provide you with quality photos and excellent bokeh shots. As for the front, there's a 5MP camera for all your selfie needs.

In terms of tech specs, this phone will come with a Snapdragon 439 chipset, 2GB of RAM, and 16GB of internal storage. It will also come with expandable storage, 3000mAh battery, and a 3.5mm audio jack. Targeted at the budget-conscious who want to be trendy, this smartphone will be available in Blue, Black, and Red colours.

Samsung Malaysia has confirmed that the Galaxy A01 is now available in Malaysia for an affordable RM449. Having said that, is this a device that you would want to buy? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Samsung Galaxy A02 & M02 to be introduced as the company's latest entry-level devices

Samsung isn't a brand that is always tied with flagship smartphones. Sometimes, the company makes budget smartphones to satisfy a wider range of customers as well. With that said, Samsung might be launching two budget smartphones soon and they're called Galaxy A02 and Galaxy M02.

According to the source, the two devices mentioned might end up being the same device as they were registered under the same certification. The reason for different names could be that the devices are launching in different markets. Furthermore, this is not the first time for the Galaxy A02 to be found as it has made an appearance on Geekbench earlier.

The Geekbench listing has revealed that the Galaxy A02 will feature an entry-level Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset (possibly a Snapdragon 450) paired with 2GB of RAM and 32GB built-in storage. For the cameras, the device is expected to come with a dual-camera setup (13MP +2MP) at the back and an 8MP sensor on the front. It could also arrive with a 5.7-inch LCD panel featuring HD+ resolution.

Let us know what you think about Samsung's upcoming budget device on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest smartphone news.


Samsung Galaxy A02 Malaysia released: MediaTek chipset and 5000mAh battery, priced at RM399

Back at the end of January, the Samsung Galaxy A02 was announced and it has finally made it to the Malaysian market. Initially, two variants were introduced but Samsung Malaysia imported the 3GB + 32GB variant for just RM399.

On top of that, you can also add in expandable storage of up to 1TB via a microSD Mcard. To refresh your memory, the Galaxy A02 features a MediaTek MT6739W chipset, 6.5-inch HD+ TFT Infinity V Display, 5000mAh battery and One UI OS which has Dark Mode. You can also find a dual rear camera that consists of a 13MP (main) + 2MP (macro) and a 5MP selfie snapper.

The phone is now available across the nation at the company's participating Samsung Experience Stores, authorized dealers and online store. You can choose to get either the black or blue model too. For more information, you can visit the official page right here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A02 and M02 spotted. Launch happening very soon?

It seems that the Samsung Galaxy A02, as well as the Galaxy M02, have received Wi-Fi certification, hinting that both the smartphones will most likely be unveiled very soon. While there is no official news on the exact release date, the leak gives us a better idea of what to expect when it is officially unveiled in Malaysia.

In terms of the tech specs, both the smartphones are expected to come equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 chipset, 2GB RAM, 32GB ROM, 5.71-inch HD+ display, and a 3500mAh internal battery. Camera-wise, our source hints that it comes with a 13MP + 2MP rear while the front remains largely unknown.

With all that said, do take some of the 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 A02 or Galaxy M02 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 A02 release: 5000mAh battery, MT6739W chipset ~RM404

It seems that Samsung has recently unveiled the Samsung Galaxy A02 in Thailand from the price of 2999 Baht (~RM404) for the 3GB RAM variant, while the 2GB RAM variant’s price remains unknown. While there is no news on the Malaysia release date, it does give us a better idea of what to expect if the smartphone were to come to Malaysia.

In terms of the tech specs, the smartphone in question comes equipped with a MediaTek MT6739W chipset, up to 3GB RAM, up to 64GB ROM, 6.5-inch HD+ display, and a 5000mAh internal battery. Camera-wise, it has a 13MP + 2MP rear camera as well as a 5MP front-facing selfie camera.

Would you be interested in getting the Samsung Galaxy A02 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 A03 Malaysia release: another entry-level phone starting from RM469

Today, Samsung Malaysia just announced another entry-level smartphone to the Galaxy A series lineup. Introducing the Galaxy A03, the phone comes in black, blue and red at a recommended retail price of RM469 and RM549 for the 3GB + 32GB and 4GB + 64GB variant respectively.

In terms of tech specs, it doesn't stray far from the Galaxy A03s. It features a 6.5-inch Infinity-V TFT LDC display in HD+, a dual rear camera comprising of a 48MP (main) + 2MP (depth) whereas the front camera is just 5MP. Since it's an entry-level phone, it is using a Unisic T606 octa-core chipset.

Besides that, we already mentioned the two memory variants and if you need more space, you can slot in a microSD card with up to 1TB of storage (triple SIM slot card). The battery pack is 5000mAh and supports 7.75W charging technology. Lastly, it runs on Android 11 out of the box supporting the latest OneUI operating system.

To learn more about the phone, you can visit the official Samsung e-Store page right over here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A03 Review - A budget-friendly phone with features suitable for everyday use

After Samsung launched the Samsung Galaxy A03s entry-level smartphone last September, it received encouraging responses from consumers. However, it uses a relatively old chipset, so Samsung released an upgraded model - the Galaxy A03.

The most noticeable difference with this model is in its chipset and camera. Unlike the Galaxy A03s, the Galaxy A03 is equipped with the Unisoc T606, while the camera was upgraded to 48MP. Is this chipset and camera conversion worth it for you? Read this review to find out!

At a glance, anyone can see that this phone is an entry-level device, even if the person does not know much about electronic devices. After all, the Samsung Galaxy A03 has a body made of plastic with a matte finish.

The good thing about the matte finish is that fingerprints and smudges are less likely to stick. Another good aspect is the plastic material, which has a subtle pattern for a more comfortable grip. Also, the phone's camera bump has the same colour as the chassis. However, it's not as thick as the camera bump on a flagship phone, which gives it a lower profile.

As you can tell, the Galaxy A03 isn't a premium smartphone. But if you want an entry-class smartphone with this type of design, the Galaxy A03 could be the one for you.

The Galaxy A03 is available in three colours: black, blue and red. Our review unit is a black one that looked very neat. Unlike other smartphone brands, Samsung does not include a casing in this phone box. So, if you want to prevent the colour from fading (especially for bright colours), make sure you buy one separately.

As usual, volume and power buttons are on the right

OK, let's move on. The power and volume buttons are on the right side of the Galaxy A03, while a micro-USB port (what!?), 3.5mm audio jack, and speakers can be found below. For comparison, the Galaxy A03s comes with a USB-C port. To be honest, it's mind-boggling to see Samsung release a phone with a micro-USB port in 2022.

In front, the Galaxy A03 features a 6.5-inch PLS TFT Infinity-V display. The bezels are thinner at the top and sides but slightly thicker at the bottom. Compared to the Samsung Galaxy A03s, the Galaxy A03 has higher image quality. It also has lower power consumption thanks to its PLS TFT type display.

The bottom bezel is thicker, something that's quite common

Here are the full specifications for the Samsung Galaxy A03:

As you can see, the Galaxy A03 is pretty good for an entry-level phone. On top of that, it's a super affordable one at a price of RM469. There are some notable differences between the Galaxy A03s to the Galaxy A03, namely in terms of chipset, camera, charging port, and Wi-Fi version offered.

The Galaxy A03 has Dolby Atmos stereo speakers with clear sound. It also offers a Dolby Atmos experience for earphones in the settings. In addition, there is also Dolby For Gaming that can enhance the audio of your gaming sessions.

Home Screen (left), App Drawer (centre), Google Discover Feed (right)

In terms of software, the Galaxy A03 comes with the OneUI Core interface based on Android 11, which is very user friendly. If you're used to Android devices, you won't have any problems with OneUI. I have to give credit to Samsung OneUI for a smooth experience. While using this phone, I didn't experience any lag when I scrolled through apps.

The UI for the camera is also easy to use. For the Galaxy A03, Samsung included a portrait mode with automatic settings. The Bokeh effect can also be applied to selfies thanks to the Live Focus Effect feature. Just tap on the subject you want to focus on, and voila!

Besides that, it has standard modes such as Pro, Panorama, Food, Night, Hyperlapse, and Deco Pic (choice of cartoon effects on the face). As for video recording, it can record at standard video settings like other entry-level phones.

Interesting filters in the Deco Pic section (left), the main menu in the camera (centre), various additional modes (right)

Before I comment further on the performance, I will first present the benchmark results we have done in Geekbench and 3DMark:

The Galaxy A03 produced a satisfactory score for an entry-level phone

As you would expect from the Unisoc T606 chipset, it provides enough performance for daily tasks. We had no problems texting, browsing social media, watching videos or accessing websites with it. However, the 3GB RAM isn't much, so there would be some lag if you open multiple apps simultaneously.

For security, the Galaxy A03 is equipped with only facial recognition. In comparison, the Galaxy A03s has a fingerprint scanner. I think the face-scanning performance on the Galaxy A03 is decent enough.

The Galaxy A03 isn't a good option for mobile gaming, as its gaming performance is limited. You could play popular games like PUBG Mobile and COD Mobile, but it would still lag even on the lowest quality setting. If you are want to play mobile games, we recommend buying a mid-range phone.

The only games you could play would be simple ones like Candy Crush or Fruit Ninja

When playing games, I noticed that the Galaxy A03 gets hot quickly. Mind you, I was only playing games like Candy Crush and Fruit Ninja. If you are using a smartphone case, remove it first before gaming. This would help maintain the internal temperature of the phone. Keep in mind that only games requiring low graphics usage can be played.

Turning to battery performance, the 5000mAh capacity in the Galaxy A03 can last for a day. If you activate the Power Saving Mode, it can last up to two days.

For charging, Samsung only supplied a 7.75W charger in the box. If you use this charger, it takes around 1 hour 30 minutes for a full charge. Unfortunately, it doesn't come with any fast charging. In comparison, the Galaxy A03s has fast charging of 15W. While not as fast as other phones, at least the Galaxy A03s has that feature.

Now let's discuss the Galaxy A03 cameras. The main camera, ultra-wide camera, and depth sensors on the back offer enough functionality for a phone launched in 2021. The Galaxy A03s has one more camera, but the advantage of the Galaxy A03 is that its main camera has a higher pixel count.

Overall, pictures produced in auto mode look satisfactory. But one thing I noticed is that colours are more saturated. For those into mobile photography, the Pro mode allows you to adjust the ISO, white balance, and contrast when taking pictures.

For me, the camera on this Galaxy A03 is just enough to take pictures and share. Considering the phone's price and the quality you get, most people should be satisfied, even though the cameras are a little disappointing.

When taking pictures in low-light conditions, Night Mode offers better quality and can be used with the main camera. It doesn't produce a lot of noise, but some photos will have an oversharpened effect that reduces the level of detail in pictures. Also, you need to keep the phone steady in Night Mode because there is a timer (timer) when a picture is taken.

Video recording has two resolution options, namely HD and FHD. However, you can only record videos at 30 frames per second. Moreover, it should be noted that this phone doesn't have video stabilisation.

Example of video recording from Samsung Galaxy A03

The Samsung Galaxy A03 provides a decent user experience for most people, especially those who simply expect the phone to do daily tasks. Compared to the Galaxy A03s, the Galaxy A03 offers faster performance, though it's not very noticeable.

Serious users will probably notice the difference, especially when opening apps. However, one drawback to the Galaxy A03 is the micro-USB port, which I think should not be used nowadays. Ultimately, the choice is yours.

For the price, I definitely recommend the Galaxy A03 as you will get a better value with the performance of the Unisoc T606. At RM469, it's also cheaper than the A03s (RM559). Other suitable alternatives for this phone include the vivo Y20 (RM459), realme Narzo 50i (RM449), OPPO A16 (RM479), and Redmi 9C (RM449).

Are you interested in this smartphone? Share your thoughts in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more reviews like this.


An additional of RM0.50 Astro bill payment through various channels will begin from January 2021 onwards

Today, Astro just posted a new noticed about the payment of bills. Starting from January 2021 onwards, there will be an additional charging of RM0.50 but this is due to using third-party platforms (Astro doesn't collect any of this). If you happen to use third-party platforms to pay your Astro bills, read one below.

According to the notice, RMS (formerly known as Razer/MOL) ATX and MobilityOne will begin the RM0.50 surcharge from 1 January 2021 onwards. As long as you use this platform to pay your bills at any retailer shops and kiosk, it will be counted. Then from the 16th of January, they will add the petrol stations and selected e-wallets with the 50 cents surcharge per transaction by appointed agencies of e-Pay.

With that said, it's best to check your local listings on when the implementation will take effect as there are many e-wallet platforms. Below is the official list that will have the 50 cent surcharge:

Anyway, if you want to avoid that surcharge - you can still do your bill payment through AstroQuickPay, My Astro App, online banking and others. For more information, you can visit the official website right over here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A03s Malaysia release: 4GB + 64GB variant at the price of RM559

Back in the middle of August 2021, Samsung launched a new Galaxy A03s as an entry-level phone. Seems like Samsung Malaysia has officially imported the phone here and you can get it now at the price of RM559.

Available in black, blue and white, our local set is exactly the same as the one launched in India. There is only a minor difference, though, which would be that our local set features a 4GB + 64GB memory configuration. The chipset is an Helio P35 by MediaTek, clocking in at 2.3GHz maximum so don't expect an overpowering performance. The battery pack is huge, on the other hand, filled with 5000mAh with 7.75W charging technology.

The Galaxy A03s' Infinity-V display resolution is 720p and you can find a 5MP front camera on the 6.5-inch TFT LCD. Moreover, the triple rear camera consists of a 13mp (main) + 2MP (macro) + 2MP (depth). You may be delighted to know that this phone carries a triple SIM slot too and finally, it is running on Android 11 out of the box.

To learn more about the Galaxy A03s, you can visit the official webpage here. Stay tuned for more trending news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A03s release: Helio P35 chipset, 720p display, and 5000mAh battery from ~RM656

In November 2020, Samsung launched the Galaxy A02s with the Galaxy A12. Since then, a mere 7 months have gone by but the company is already coming out with a new model in that range. In fact, the Galaxy A03s was just unveiled yesterday.

Specifically, Samsung launched the Galaxy A03s in India first and will be available in blue, black, and white colours. The phone comes with a MediaTek P35 chipset, which is more or less what you'd expect for a budget smartphone these days. It also comes in two memory configurations - one with 3GB RAM + 32GB ROM, and a second one with 4GB RAM + 64GB ROM.

Besides that, the Galaxy A03s also has a 6.5-inch TFT display with a resolution of 720×1600. There's also a rear triple-camera (13MP+2MP+2MP) setup, plus a 5MP selfie camera in front under a notch. The phone also has a large 5000mAh battery and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

We've included the price below, so you can see that this is a pretty decent entry-level smartphone. Samsung Malaysia will probably launch it here too, so stay tuned to TechNave for the local launch update.


Samsung Galaxy A04 Malaysia release: 6.5-inch LCD display and 5000mAh battery from RM479

Samsung Malaysia today announced the launch of the Samsung Galaxy A04, its latest offering in the affordable smartphone segment. Featuring a 6.5-inch PLS LCD Infinity-V display, the screen has an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels.

Under the hood, the device is powered by the MediaTek P35 SoC paired with either 3 or 4GB of RAM. As for storage options, the device is offered in either 32 or 64GB and supports up to 1TB of expandable storage with its microSD card slot.

Samsung claims that the Galaxy A04 can last up to two days thanks to its 5000mAh battery, which also supports 15W adaptive fast charging. Besides that, the smartphone also features dual SIM, Dolby Atmos sound, a 3.5mm audio jack, USB-C and comes in 3 colour options, namely Black, Copper and Green.

As for the cameras, the rear of the device houses a 50MP main + 2MP depth dual-camera setup while the front has a 5MP selfie camera. In Malaysia, the Galaxy A04 is priced at RM479 for the 3/32GB variant and RM559 for the 4/64GB configuration. It is now available for purchase on the Samsung Online Store.

So, what do you guys think of the Galaxy A04? 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 A04 release: 6.5-inch LCD display, 50MP dual camera and 5000mAh battery

Samsung has today quietly released its latest offering in the affordable market segment, the Samsung Galaxy A04. The successor to the Galaxy A03, it retains some of the same aesthetics from the smartphone but with some refinements and a specs bump.

According to Samsung’s press release, the Galaxy A04 is powered by an unnamed octa-core processor under the hood which is believed to be the company’s own Exynos 850 SoC. The processor is paired with either 4, 6 or 8GB of RAM, with there being 3 variants for storage too, namely 32, 64 and 128GB.

As for its screen, the Galaxy A04 sports a 6.5-inch LCD display with a resolution of HD+ and features a water drop notch that houses a 5MP selfie camera. Speaking of cameras, the device also packs a 50MP main + 2MP depth dual-camera setup at its rear with LED flash.

Other notable specs include a 5000mAh battery, Bluetooth 5.0, microSD slot (up to 1TB) and Android 12 OS via One UI Core 4.1. There’s no 5G connectivity, unfortunately, whereby the Galaxy A04 only supports 4G.

For now, Samsung has yet to reveal the price of the device or its availability. Given the specs of the device, we expect it to be priced well below RM1000 and should be a competitive offering in the affordable smartphone segment.

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


Samsung Galaxy A04s Malaysia release: entry-level phone priced at RM699

Today, Samsung Malaysia announced the arrival of the Galaxy A04s phone. It was first released in India and the phone is now available for RM699. You can now get it in Copper, Green, and Black at the nearest physical Samsung store or online at the Samsung Official Store.

For our local set, this is an entry-level phone featuring an Exynos 850 chipset, 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. The memory space isn't much, but you can still expand it up to 1TB via a microSD card. Meanwhile, the PLS LCD is 6.5-inches and supports 720p. The 5MP front camera hanging out on the top centre of the Infinity-V display.

On the other hand, the triple rear camera consists of a 50MP main sensor, followed by a 2MP for the depth and macro lens. And as always, the battery pack is 5000mAh supporting a 15W charging technology. Other than that, nothing else really stands out but it's worth nothing that there's a 90Hz refresh rate and an extra 4GB RAM Plus, allowing users to have 8GB of RAM in total.

To read more about the Samsung Galaxy A04s, you visit the official webpage right over here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A04s appears on Geekbench with Exynos 850 chip

It has been a month since we last heard about the Samsung Galaxy A04s. The last time we had news about the device was for the camera array redesign. Until now, the Galaxy A04s has popped up on the internet again with an Exynos 850 chip this time.

The device was spotted on the Geekbench listing with the mentioned chip. It has a model number SM-A047F and scored 152 and 585 points for single core and multi-core performances respectively. Besides the Galaxy A04s, the previous Galaxy A13 and Galaxy M13 also used the same chip.

The Galaxy A04s is expected to sport a 60Hz 6.5" HD+ LCD. Under the hood, the chip should get paired with 3GB RAM. There would also be a 5,000mAh battery. Earlier, we saw the news that the device will get a new design for its camera array, which looks similar to those on the current Galaxy S flagships. Meanwhile, the front would get a V-shaped notch to house the selfie camera.

What do you think about the upcoming Galaxy A04s? Leave a comment to let us know, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


Samsung Galaxy A04s release: 6.5-inch 90Hz display and 5,000mAh battery, priced at ~RM767

Samsung has brought a new budget device with a 90Hz display to the market. The Galaxy A04s has arrived in India, packing an octa-core Exynos 850 processor. Now, let's continue reading to know more about the other tech specs.

The Samsung Galaxy A04s sports a 6.5-inch 90Hz display with an HD+ resolution, shielded by Gorilla Glass 3. Under the hood, the Exynos 850 SoC gets paired with 4GB RAM and 64GB onboard storage, expandable up to 1TB via a microSD card slot. There's also a 5,000mAh battery unit with support for 15W fast charging.

Furthermore, the device offers a triple-camera setup on the rear, consisting of a 50MP primary sensor, a 2MP macro lens, and a 2MP portrait unit. Meanwhile, the front uses a 5MP selfie snapper housed in a waterdrop notch. Other features include a side-mounted fingerprint scanner embedded in the power button, OneUI 4.1 based on Android 12, and 4GB of virtual RAM support.

The Galaxy A04s is available in three colour options - Black, Copper, and Green. It gets priced at Rs 13,499 (~RM767). It's unknown if it's coming to Malaysia, but we'll update you once we receive any new information. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone launches.


Samsung Galaxy A04s to come with a redesigned camera array

The latest renders of the Samsung Galaxy A04s show that the Korean tech giant is giving a makeover to the budget device. According to the renders made by well-known insider OnLeaks, who often provides accurate renders of unreleased smartphones, the Galaxy A04s will have a redesigned camera array.

The Galaxy A04s, in the renders, doesn't have any camera blocks housing the sensors. Instead, the sensors are arranged in a straight line with protruding aluminium frame surrounding each of them. This design might remind you of what we've seen on the Galaxy S22 Ultra. Meanwhile, the front display uses a teardrop notch to keep the selfie camera.

OnLeaks didn't give much information on the device's tech specs besides the design. However, the source assumes that it could pack an HD+ screen, a MediaTek chipset, a battery with a capacity of at least 5,000mAh and OneUI 4 based on Android 12. Since we've already seen the renders, the device might just be around the corner.

What do you think about the redesign for the Galaxy A04s? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


Samsung Galaxy A10 and A20 pre-order prices leak at RM499 and RM699

Thanks to a Mr. Anonymous we recently got Malaysia pre-order price leaks for the Samsung Galaxy A10 and Galaxy A20. These include the Galaxy A10 for RM499 along with the Galaxy A20 for RM699. No info on where the pre-order pricing is actually from, but we assume that it is some Malaysian dealer looking to make an offer for Malaysia's masses.

If you didn't know already, the Galaxy A10 and Galaxy A20 are Samsung's entry-level devices for the new Galaxy A 2019 range. Powered by Exynos 7884 chipsets, they offer 6.4-inch and 6.2-inch Infinity-U displays (waterdrop notch). Other tech specs are decidedly basic with 2GB RAM, 32GB storage, a 13MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera for the Galaxy A10 while the Galaxy A20 ups this a bit with 3GB RAM, 32GB storage, a 12MP + 5MP dual rear camera and 8MP front cameras.

The 2 devices do pack in larger than usual batteries though, with the Galaxy A10 going for a 3400 mAh battery while the Galaxy A20 offers a 4000 mAh battery. No exact dates when we might see this but our source (Thanks again Mr Anonymous) says it is sometime this week, but stay tuned to TechNave.com and we'll keep you updated.


Samsung Galaxy A10 joins the A series as a more affordable device at ~RM488

Just a few days ago, Samsung introduced the Samsung Galaxy A50 and Samsung Galaxy A30 to their mid-range devices. Now comes another option to the series, providing a more budget friendly option to the already reasonably priced devices, the Samsung Galaxy A10.

The phone is pretty basic with tech specs of Exynos 7884 chipset, 2GB RAM, 32GB of internal storage (expandable up to 512GB) and a 3400mAh battery capacity. On the rear, you’ll only find a single camera setup with 13MP and the selfie camera housed in the waterdrop notch is 5MP.

The display for this device is pretty huge, clocking in at 6.2 inches in size. You can find this device in the colours Blue, Black or Red. Most likely we may see this device coming out mid-March alongside the A30 and A50. So far, the speculated price for this device is USD$120 (~RM488) which is pretty decent for a basic, entry level device. The slightly higher spec A30 is said to be priced at RM799 and the A50 at RM1199. Would you be getting one of these? Make sure you check out TechNave.com for more latest Samsung news!


An alleged ZTE Axon 40 live photo leak shows an impressive invisible under-display camera

Two years ago, ZTE released the first commercial under-display camera phone but it failed to meet expectations. While the company continued refining the technology, it may finally be perfect on the upcoming ZTE Axon 40 thanks to a new update.

Taken from the forums of Weibo, a leaker posted a teaser of the alleged Axon 40 showing no signs of the under-display camera. It has always been an issue whereby if you look at the phone from a different angle, you won't see any distortion in the front camera area. The under-display camera technology is now the third generation.

Moreover, the image in the Weibo post also showed a dual-curved display with a wide screen-to-body ratio. The bezel on top is really narrow and as aforementioned, the front camera is completely invisible now. Rumours have it that the display could support 1440p and an AMOLED panel.

Source also mentioned that how the under-display camera achieved the invisibility look is due to the rearranged pixel structure effect. Compared with its predecessors, the pixel density get increased to FHD resolution. Lastly, it is also rumoured that the display uses pixel-width modulation dimming.

Unfortunately, the ZTE Axon series has never really taken off in the Malaysian market. Could the ZTE Axon 40 change that? We will just have to wait and see. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A11, A21s, and A31 Malaysia release: Infinity display and big batteries from RM599

Are you waiting for Samsung to launch more affordable smartphones in Malaysia? Well, the wait is over now that Samsung has officially released the Galaxy A11, A21s, and A31 in Malaysia. In conjunction with the launch, Samsung Malaysia will be running a promo campaign that offers a rebate for selected Galaxy A smartphones, as well as extended warranties.

Starting from 6 to 30 June 2020, the Galaxy A11, A21s, A31, and 8GB variant of the A51 will be part of the "awesome deals, awesome rewards" campaign. Those who buy any of the newly released Galaxy A11 will receive an additional 1-year extended warranty and 1-time screen crack protection, which are worth RM119 in total. Purchasing the Galaxy A21s or A31 will reward you with the same deal, along with an immediate RM50. While the Galaxy A51 (8GB) doesn't have the extended warranty deal, you can get an RM100 rebate when buying it. There are some caveats involved, so make sure to check out the promo page for more details.

For your information, all three of the newly launched smartphones are entry-level devices. The Galaxy A11 comes with a modest Snapdragon 450 chipset, 3GB of RAM, 32GB of internal storage, and 4000mAh battery. Next is the Galaxy A21s, which has a slightly more powerful Exynos 850 chipset, 6GB of RAM, 64GB of internal storage, and a 5000mAh battery. And finally, there's the Galaxy A31 that comes with the Helio P65 chipset, 6GB of RAM, 128GB of internal storage, and a 5000mAh battery.

As you can see, all three of the devices have a focus on large batteries. Besides that, they all sport either an Infinity-U (teardrop notch) or Infinity-O (punch-hole) display that has minimal bezels and more screen space. As for the other specs like the cameras, the Galaxy A11 is quite basic with its triple rear camera (13MP+2MP+5MP). But the Galaxy A21s and A31 both come with a more powerful quad-camera at the back led by a 48MP sensor.

So, what are your thoughts on the new phones? Is there a model that feels offers the best value-for-money? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


Samsung Galaxy A11 unveiled: 6.4-inch display and 4000mAh battery with 15W fast charging

It seems that Samsung silently unveiled the Galaxy A11 budget smartphone which comes with a large 4000mAh battery as well as a 6.4-inch HD+ display. Unfortunately, there is no official information in regards to the Malaysia release date and local pricing of the device for now.

As for the tech specs, the Galaxy A11 comes equipped with an unnamed 8-core chipset, up to 3GB of RAM, 32GB of internal storage, and the display as well as battery mentioned above. Camera-wise, it has a 13MP + 5MP + 2MP rear camera while the front comes with an 8MP selfie camera.

As for the features, the Galaxy A11 doesn’t come with much other than a fingerprint sensor, facial recognition, and an Infinity-O punch hole camera towards the top left. With all that said, what are your thoughts on the smartphone in question? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho release: Exynos 850 with 5,000mAh battery, priced around ~RM820

After debuting the entry-level Galaxy A12 in November last year, Samsung is bringing the device back with another version that comes with a different processor. Instead of MediaTek Helio P35, the new A12 uses the in-house Exynos 850. Other than that, the device has also gotten itself an interesting name, which is Galaxy A12 Nacho.

Other than a new processor, the Galaxy A12 Nacho has also brought an extra storage option. Besides those, the device's other tech specs remain the same as the regular Galaxy A12. They include a 6.5-inch Infinity-V HD+ display, a 5,000mAh battery, a quad-camera setup (48MP + 5MP + 2MP + 2MP), and an 8MP front-facing camera.

The new A12 Nacho is currently only available in Russia. It's priced around ~RM820 for three variants, including 3/32GB, 4/64GB, and 4/128GB. For now, it's unknown that if the device will enter the local market. Let's hope Samsung will plan for that because we love nachos too!

What do you think about the Galaxy A12 Nacho? Share your thoughts with us on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


Samsung Galaxy A12 and Galaxy A02s Malaysia release: Now available for RM799 and RM529 respectively

At the end of November 2020, Samsung announced two more new entry-level phones which are the Galaxy A12 and Galaxy A02s. No one really knew if they were coming to Malaysia or not but finally, Samsung Malaysia just announced the official price tag of RM799 and RM529 respectively.

For our local set, it seems that the Galaxy A12 features 6GB of RAM, 128GB internal storage (with eternal memory support up to 1TB) and a MediaTek Helio P35 chipset. The display measures 6.5-inches but the resolution is only 720p and it uses TFT LCD. There's a quad rear camera setup consisting 48MP + 5MP + 2MP + 2MP, whereas the front is just 8MP.

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As for the Galaxy A02s, it uses the same 5000mAh battery pack (with 15W fast charging technology) and display size. The memory variant is just 4GB + 64GB (expandable up to 1TB), while the chipset is a Snapdragon 450. Finally, there is a 13MP + 2MP + 2MP triple rear camera, and the front camera is 5MP.

According to Samsung Malaysia, both phones are now available to purchase. You can visit the official online store page here and here respectively. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A12 design revealed in latest leak, could have 5G connectivity

About two weeks ago, it was revealed that Samsung would be releasing a new entry-level smartphone with a 7000mAh battery soon. This Galaxy M12 belongs to the Galaxy M series that's normally not available in certain regions. But sources claim that there will be a rebranded variant for the global market - the Galaxy A12.

According to GSMArena, the design of the Galaxy A12 5G was revealed in a new leak. It showed the phone with a transparent case and you can see that it looks similar to the Galaxy M12. Allegedly, the Galaxy A12 will come with 5G connectivity. Since it's expected to be an entry-level device, the chipset it'll use could be Qualcomm's Snapdragon 690.

On the topic of tech specs, a previous rumour mentioned a few other details on the device. Specifically, the Galaxy A12 is expected to have 3GB of RAM, up to 64GB of internal storage, and a 4000mAh battery. In terms of camera, it should have the same rear (13MP+8MP+2MP+2MP) and front camera (8MP) setups. As you've noticed, that's a much smaller battery than the 7000mAh for the Galaxy M12.

As usual, it's best to take such news with a grain of salt. But what do you think about this phone, would it be an entry-level device you'd buy? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.