More Huawei P8 teasers appear

After the previous Huawei P8 teaser indicating a better battery life, more such teasers have appeared indicating other new features. These include a cracked screen image indicating a stronger screen on the P8, a better camera, a better price and compatiblity with wearables like the recent Huawei TalkBand B2. Perhaps the last image could also indicate that the Huawei P8 gets released along with the Huawei TalkBand B2. So far, the teasers do not confirm anything but most rumours indicate that the P8 will offer tech specs that include a  octa-core Kirin 930 processor, 3GB RAM, 32GB storage, 5.2-inch full HD display and 13MP camera with dual LED flash and OIS. Set for announcement on 15 April 2015, we shouldn't have to wait long to find out for sure.


More Malaysians charged & fined by the court for selling illegal TV boxes with unauthorised Astro content

We have written a few news about this before and it happened again. Just last Friday, the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court fined an individual, Tiew Ai Teng, 38, RM20,000 or 2 months imprisonment for selling TV boxes pre-loaded with unauthorised Astro content under Section 43AA of the Copyright Act 1987.

Pleaded guilty to the charges and paid the fine, the individual committed the offence on 29 June 2022 at an outlet in EkoCheras Mall, Kuala Lumpur where he had five Android TV Boxes preloaded with unauthorised content. Moreover, there were also three more recent cases where legal actions were taken against piracy and copyright infringement.

According to Astro, below is a brief summary of the other recent legal actions:

The Copyright (Amendment) Act 2022 was gazetted on 10 February 2022. Enforcement of the law was implemented by the Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry (KPDNHEP) on 18 March 2022. As a reminder, anyone found guilty can be fined a minimum of RM10,000 to a maximum of RM200,000 or be imprisoned for up to 20 years, or both.

The amendments to the Copyright Act followed the declaration by the Intellectual Property High Court in Kuala Lumpur in May 2021 that the sale, offer for sale, distribution and/or supply of ISDs that can provide unauthorised access to copyrighted works, constitutes copyright infringement under the Copyright Act 1987.

The public is reminded to channel information on piracy activities to KPDNHEP through the hotline at 1-800-886-800 or 03-8882 6088 at the Enforcement Command Centre, WhatsApp at 019-279 4317, email to [email protected] or via Ez ADU app.


ASUS ZenFone Selfie unboxing video

The ASUS ZenFone Selfie recently got launched in Malaysia for RM1049. Featuring 13MP cameras on the front and back with dual tone LED flash, the ZenFone Selfie is obviously the cameraphone for those who like to take selfies. We managed to get some time with it and did an unboxing video to see what else comes with the phone but it appears we got an incomplete set as it should come with a pari of premium ASUS ZenEar headphones. Anyhow, you can check out what other stuff there are in the unboxing video below:


More Motorola Moto 360 smartwatch designs appear

Motorola have already announced the Moto 360 officially but have yet to offer any of the juicy tech specs, features and other details. However, some images of how the smartwatch could be customized with different watchbands have appeared. As one of the few round smartwatches in the market, the Moto 360 looks to be coming with a choice of leather, various types of metal and rubber or silicon wristbands. The images also show a bit more of the overall design for the smartwatch so check it out for yourself below:


More Nokia Lumia 1520 leaks appear, this time with accessories

The rumoured Nokia Lumia 1520 and Treasure Tag accessory

Right before a big official announcement, it is very common for the device being announced to get all manner of rumours or leaks, often revealing everything or missing the mark entirely. Well, after the recent Nokia Lumia 1520 tech spec and price leak, this time around we're seeing some new image leaks of the phablet along with some accessories that could be coming with it. These accessories include the Nokia Treasure Tag, which is a small keychain-like device that rings when you set it to on the Lumia 1520 app, helping you find your keys (if only they had one small enough for glasses). The Treasure Tag works through Bluetooth and looks to be in a matching Lumia yellow, but there are probably other colours as well.

A number of protective covers for the Lumia 1520 also made an appearance in black, red and white. While it isn't exactly related to the Lumia 1520, there is also a music player going by the name of Nokia Guru, this time in cyan. The device itself looks very small, about the size of most teeny tiny MP3 players and looks to attach to a computer via microUSB. It also has a volume rocker and matching coloured in-ear headphones. Again, we think the Nokia Guru will probably come in all the other Lumia colours as well, but we'll find out for sure soon as the Nokia World event in Abu Dhabi is set to happen in the next couple of hours. No pricing details or Malaysia release dates yet but we're expecting the Nokia Lumia 1520, Nokia Treasure Tag and Nokia Guru to come our way in November 2013.


More OPPO A74 tech specs revealed, estimated to retail for ~RM1408

A while back, some details of the OPPO A74 were found online. Strangely, it looked similar to the OPPO F19, though it does have some minor differences. Now, more tech specs were leaked online to give us a better idea of what it's offering.

As usual for an OPPO A series device, the OPPO A74 is a mid-range device that aims to offer pretty decent specs. According to Gizchina, the phone comes with a Snapdragon 480 chipset, 6GB of RAM, and 128GB of internal storage. Besides that, the phone has a 6.5-inch Full HD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate, and a large 5000mAh battery to keep it going for hours on end.

In terms of features, the OPPO A74 supports 5G (Snapdragon X51 modem) and Bluetooth 5.1. Based on the renders, the power button is probably an integrated fingerprint reader too. As for cameras, there's a 16MP punch-hole camera on the front, as well as four cameras at the back (48MP+8MP+2MP+2MP).

The new phone is expected to retail for around USD 340 (~RM1408), though the official Malaysian pricing could be lower. With that said, what do you think about the specs and design so far? Would you be interested in buying it? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about it.


More OPPO, OnePlus and realme phones with 125W fast charge are coming in the second half of 2021

Fast charging technology is becoming somewhat a norm on Android phones, but we are about to go faster. If you are an OPPO, OnePlus and realme user, you'd be happy to know that some new phone models with 125W fast charging are launching in the second half of 2021.

Besides having 125W fast charging technology, reports are saying it will also support other various fast-charging protocols. This includes backward compatibility with VOOC, SuperVOOC, SuperVOOC 2.0, Dart, SuperDart and Warp charging protocols in terms of 125W, 65W and 36W. Plus, it's also compatible with the universal 100-240V ultra-wide voltage input.

The next smartphone to come with a 125W fast charging technology should be the realme GT, but rumours are saying that it's switching to 65W instead. OPPO also teased a 125W fast charging demo that can fully charge a 4000mAh phone within 13 minutes. OnePlus is also catching as they recently announced a 50W wireless charging dock.

So what do you think of having fast charging adapters? We bet you are looking forward to using them. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


More OnePlus 9 specs revealed in AIDA64 benchmark

As the OnePlus 9 series is certain to launch next month, the leaks have been coming in constantly. Details like the battery capacity and camera module have already been revealed. Now, there are even benchmark screenshots showing most of its specs.

In the screenshots leaked by TechDroider, you can see that the OnePlus 9 clearly uses the Snapdragon 888 chipset, which you can identify via the Adreno 660 GPU. It also has 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, and a 4500mAh battery. Moreover, it's has a 6.55-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate and will come with a 65W charger.

EXCLUSIVE - OnePlus 9 Specifications pic.twitter.com/mJJ6VkkYU1

The AIDA64 benchmark also confirmed some camera specs. There will be a 48MP camera at the back and a 16MP camera on the front. Note that the screenshot is showing are pixel-binned numbers, so you multiply those by four to get the actual camera spec. The OnePlus 9 Pro should have similar specs, just with more RAM and internal storage.

As you can see, the specs for the OnePlus 9 series are pretty much confirmed now. The only thing we don't know is the price. Having said that, will you be interested in buying this device? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for news on more smartphones.


More Redmi K40 5G tech specs leaked revealing a 144Hz refresh rate display, 64MP camera and more

So yes, there is another upcoming Redmi smartphone soon. It felt like only yesterday that the Redmi K30 *coughPocoF2Pro* was released but anyway, we are here to report that there are a new tech specs leak about the Redmi K40 5G. Here's what we know.

According to this user, @techyvillage, he tweeted an image revealing some key specs and features of the Redmi K40 5G. First off, most of them do match the previous rumoured news such as the MediaTek Dimensity 1000+ chipset and a 33W fast-charging technology. Besides that, there is also two new information revealing that the phone will sport an LCD screen with up to 144Hz refresh rate, as well as a Sony 64MP IMX 686 Sensor.

Redmi K40 with 33W Fast Charging support, Dimensity 1000+ 5G Spotted on 3C Certification Website....#redmik40 #redmik40series pic.twitter.com/cHesno6VBs

For those wondering about MediaTek's Dimensity 1000+ chipset, it is said that the chipset is just 7nm octa-core CPU with a frequency up to 2.6GHz, alongside an ARM flagship Cortex A77+Mali-G77 architecture design. It's quite a strong chipset too scoring more than 530K points on AnTuTu. Of course, the chipset is also 5G-ready.

The Redmi K40 5G should be arriving in China during July 2020. Until then, stay tuned for more trending gadget news at TechNave.com.


More Redmi K60 series’ specs revealed ahead of tomorrow's launch, features Sony IMX800 sensor with OIS

The highly-anticipated Redmi K60 series is set for release tomorrow (27 December 2022) and Redmi is further hyping up the launch by teasing more of the lineup’s specs. These include details of each variant’s processors, camera specs and more.

Taking to its official Weibo account, the Xiaomi subsidiary shared that the series will offer 3 choices of SoCs. These include the MediaTek Dimensity 8200, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 as well as the top-of-the-line Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. It is likely that the K60 Pro will get SD 8 Gen 2 while the Redmi K60E has been confirmed to feature the Dimensity 8200.

Furthermore, Redmi also confirmed that the K60 Pro will feature 5000 mm2 VC liquid cooling area for better thermals and an impressive 2K display with 1400 nits peak brightness, 12-bit support and 1920Hz PWM. As for cameras, the K60 Pro sports a Sony IMX800 sensor with OIS support.

Previously, we already reported that the K60 Pro will feature up to 16GB of LPDDR5x RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage. All in all, the K60 series looks like it’ll be quite an impressive smartphone lineup.

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


More Redmi Note 11 specs unveiled, Dimensity 920 chipset confirmed

While some smartphone series have variants with similar specs, the Redmi Note 11 series looks to be different. Sources claim that the Redmi Note 11 Pro could feature the Snapdragon 778 chipset. However, Xiaomi has confirmed a MediaTek chipset instead.

According to the latest teaser on Weibo, global variants of the Redmi Note 11 series will feature the Dimensity 920 chipset. Of course, Xiaomi could still use the Snapdragon 778 chipset for the Chinese variant. Of course, using different chipsets for variants in different regions is a common practice, so we're not too surprised here.

Regardless, the Dimensity 920 is a good choice for an upper mid-range device. This 6nm chipset comes with two Cortex-A78 CPU cores and a Mali-G68 MC4 GPU, which combine to score more than 500000 points in the latest version of the AnTuTu benchmark. The phone will even have a large vapour chamber for better cooling efficiency. This suggests that the CPU or GPU could have been overclocked for improved performance.

The Redmi Note 11 series is set to launch tomorrow, so we'll find out more then. Until then, stay tuned to TechNave for other news like this.


More Samsung Galaxy Mega Rumours: Specs confirmed

As mentioned earlier, Samsung is rumoured to have been working on a 5.8-inch and 6.3-inch smartphone going by the name of the Mega under the models of GT-I9152 and GT-I9200. Recently, more rumours regarding these two models have surfaced including the tech specs:Galaxy Mega 5.8-inch (GT-I9152)

Both the Samsung Galaxy Mega 5.8-inch and 6.3-inch are expected to come with Android Jelly Bean, either Android 4.1.2 or 4.2.2 with Samsung's Nature UX installed over that. Based on the type of screen and other specs it is using the earlier rumour that the Samsung Galaxy Mega is targeted at the mid-range budget user looks to be true. The Samsung Galaxy Mega is expected to be released sometime between June and August although there are rumours that LTE and non-LTE versions of the Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3-inch may come out as early as May 2013. As usual we will keep you posted about any developments, so keep checking back.[Source]


More Samsung Galaxy S20 series leak - support up to 120Hz, up to 16GB RAM, no headphone jack and more

We are steadily picking up more Samsung Galaxy S20 series and in this latest one, XDA Developers have reported a few interesting things. According to reports, they confirmed that the Galaxy S20 Plus will be featuring a 120Hz display with an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, and also the headphone jack will disappear. There is also some new Galaxy S20 Ultra info, but let's start with the former first.

To get into more detail, the S20 Plus' resolution is 3200 x 1440 with a 20:9 aspect ratio. Like the Galaxy Note 10 series last year, it also has an Infinity-O front camera in the centre and as aforementioned, the refresh rate can be tweaked up to 120Hz. On that note, XDA Developers said that only the FHD+ resolution will support the 120Hz refresh rate, as the higher WQHD+ will only support 60Hz.

Besides that, the ultrasonic fingerprint sensor is said to be the improved version by Qualcomm compared to the previous model. Previously, there were some complaints about how "slow" the unlocking speed. Finally, the 3.5mm headphone jack won't make a return but at least there is a 4500mAh battery with 25W fast charging technology and 12GB of RAM.

On the other hand, it seems that the S20 Ultra will be quite a beast among the three phones. According to @MaxWinebach, it's going to have up to 16GB of RAM, 5000mAh battery with 45W fast charging technology and an overkill 48MP telephoto lens with 10x optical zoom.

The S20 Ultra 5G is going to keep the SD Card slot. Support for up to 1TB. It will also be available in 128GB/256GB/512GB and have a 12GB and 16GB RAM option. 108MP main, 48MP 10x optical, 12MP ultra wide. 5000 mAh battery with 45W option fast charge. 0 to 100% in 74 min.

The Galaxy S20 series is looking up to kick off with a bang but what do you folks think? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


ASUS ZenFone Selfie vs Samsung Galaxy Note 5 selfie shot comparison

The ASUS ZenFone Selfie offers a 13MP PixelMaster front camera complete with dual tone LED flash. While it packs in other features like a 64-bit octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 processor and 5.5-inch full HD display the main highlight of the ZenFone Selfie is it's selfie taking capabilities. As such we took it for a spin against the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 with its 5MP front camera in a selfie comparison shootout. Read on to find out the results.

The ASUS ZenFone Selfie goes for a selfie shootout against the Samsung Galaxy Note 5

Without a doubt, pitting the Samsung Galaxy Note 5's 5MP front camera against the 13MP front camera of the ASUS ZenFone Selfie is an unfair proposition especially when it comes to the normal auto mode. A selfie taken in Auto mode clearly shows the amount of resolution available for the ZenFone Selfie as there are more details, better colour reproduction and a clearer view of everything in the shot. That being said, the Note 5 managed to get a faster autofocus than the ZenFone Selfie so you can take a selfie faster with the Note 5, but if you want a more detailed selfie shot then the ZenFone Selfie is the selfie specialist of the two.

Beautification is the feature that gets used a lot in selfies as everyone wants to look more beautiful without having to know any photo editing. Again, the selfie specialist ZenFone Selfie is the one with better features as it has more options to choose from. Featuring a scale of 0 to 10 as opposed to 0 to 8 the ZenFone Selfie offered a bit more flexibility when it came to beautification shots and instead of just four options on the Note 5, the ZenFone Selfie had 5. Granted, neither one was able to make me beautiful since I am already quite fair with no facial scars, but if you're looking for more options to beautify your selfie portraits then the ZenFone Selfie is the one for you. Both were equally fast for this category despite the Galaxy Note 5 being the more technically powerful of the two.

For this category the ASUS ZenFone Selfie again takes the top spot mainly because I felt that it allowed you to take a wider angle selfie panorama or wide selfie shot than the Galaxy Note 5. Compared to the Galaxy Note 5 which only takes 3 shots to make a wide selfie, the ZenFone Selfie takes 7 shots with better resolution for each shot. This has its cons though as it also makes more chances for error. I found the Galaxy Note 5 wide selfie shot to be much easier to use with less chance of missplaced shoulders due to a shaky grip and it allowed me to take a wide selfie shot in landscape mode while the ZenFone Selfie only allows selfie panorama shots in portrait mode.

Both the Galaxy Note 5 and ZenFone Selfie did very well in low light but the ZenFone Selfie clearly offers better resolution despite the 3MP PixelMaster low-light mode we used to take the shot. Taken in the early morning when the sun still hadn't come up, both smartphones did very well, offering a draw when it comes to low-light selfies with the ZenFone Selfie offering just a bit more detail.

Overall, the ASUS ZenFone Selfie is clearly the better cameraphone for the selfie shot user but thanks to a robust processor and interface, the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 is much easier to use. This isn't to say that the Galaxy Note 5 is bad at taking selfies, as it takes very good selfies with faster autofocus, but if you're looking for a smartphone to take selfie shots with, then the ZenFone Selfie offers more selfie related features and better resolution. While the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 does pack in the dual shot (which you have to download), a selfie camera feature that the ASUS ZenFone Selfie does not offer, the ZenFone Selfie offers a lot more other PixelMaster Camera features which can be used with the front camera. This includes Manual mode and Super Resolution mode and other PixelMaster features like Low-Light mode and Time Rewind offering you more options for your selfie taking needs.


More Samsung Galaxy S21 FE leaks spotted on Google Play Console

If you noticed the trend starting last year, Samsung was beginning to release more Galaxy FE variants for certain regions. In Malaysia, we got ourselves the Galaxy S20 FE 5G and the Galaxy S20 FE LTE variants, and there are some rumours of the Galaxy S21 FE model coming soon.

We saw some leaks of the Galaxy S21 FE here and there but this time, the information got leaked on the Google Play Console. According to the leaked list, the phone could be featuring a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset and we may not see a plus variant of it. There also could be two memory variants - starting with 6GB of RAM and 8GB of RAM.

Moving on, the leaked list also claimed the Galaxy S21 FE to have a 1080p display which isn't surprising since that's the standard for modern flagships. In fact, we won't be surprised if the Galaxy S21 FE has the same amount of pixels as the Galaxy S21 and S21+ at 2340 x 1080 pixels. Speaking of pixels, the Galaxy S21 FE should pack a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display at 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ support.

For the camera, the list further showed a triple rear camera consisting of a 12MP (main) + 12MP (ultrawide) + 8MP (telephoto) sensor and a 32MP front camera. The battery pack seems to be the same at 4500mAh and could run on One UI 3.1 based on Android 11 out of the box.

The Galaxy S21 FE should prove to be popular if it launches in the Malaysian market. Previously, the Galaxy S20 FE series sold well due to its value and using a Snapdragon chipset which Malaysians love. Until then, we will keep an eye on this so stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


More Samsung Galaxy S21 FE visuals leaked in rotating 3D model

A few weeks back, it was suggested that Samsung might launch the Galaxy S21 FE only in October 2021. At this point, the phone's design is all but confirmed. However, static renders don't give us the full picture as 3D models do.

This time around, Evan Blass has revealed a rotating 3D model of the Galaxy S21 FE, which shows more of the phone at multiple angles. Once again, you can tell that the Fan Edition is virtually identical to the standard Galaxy S21. The only difference would be the camera bump, which is clearly thinner and is a part of the back cover.

Unfortunately, the Galaxy S21 FE might not come to Malaysia. A previous report suggested that Samsung might limit the device to the US and Europe. This could be due to the chip shortage, which has prompted rumours of production cancellation. It's also possible that the company wants to avoid the possibly cheaper model from affecting the sales of the other Galaxy S21 models.

Of course, that's just our speculation. We don't know if Samsung will launch the phone here until we get an official announcement. Having said that, would you prefer getting the FE model over the standard Galaxy S21? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates on this.


More Samsung Galaxy S4 Features: S Beam, Easy Mode and Eraser Shot Mode

The Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV has a ton of S features in it, almost too much to list. You've already seen many of these features already in action and it seems that Samsung wants to show you even more. These next few ads showcase a number of S features including S Beam, Air View, Air Gesture, Drama Shot and even the IR Blaster for HDTV remote control. It also cheekily puts down the less smart smartphone (in this case the Apple iPhone) repeatedly, so iPhone afficionados beware:

Watch the S Beam, Air View, Air Gesture, Drama Shot and even the IR Blaster for HDTV remote control in "real-life" situations

Continuing on with the Graduation theme, Samsung shows off the Easy Mode for less tech-savvy folks. This includes nice bigger icons and other more user-friendly functions. The other add covers the often mentioned Eraser shot mode where you can remove unwanted objects, even ones in front of your subject.

Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV's Easy Mode screens

The Eraser Shot mode makes you look cool and is useful at the same time.


More Samsung Galaxy S9 render concept image appearing online, is this the final look?

It's now 2018 which means we will be having new gadget toys to play with! If you know Samsung's tradition, they will be releasing a new Galaxy S9 and S9+ soon and it should be around the first quarter of 2018. Render concepts have been popping up more and more recently, so here's another look at the courtesy of Weibo thread forums, showing us the latest render.

At first glance, there isn't much different from its predecessor and both look very similar, same curved display, no home button and narrow bezels on the top and bottom. Samsung has not removed the headphone jack port either and it still has the dedicated Bixby button on its right side. However, it's said that the Galaxy S9 series model will have a higher screen-to-body aspect ratio

On the back, the fingerprint scanner is located below the main camera and this is what Samsung should have done in the first place. this is the same case with the Galaxy A8 2018 model. Although the Galaxy S9 render shows only one single camera sensor, rumours have it that the Galaxy S9+ will have a dual camera setup and we can assume it will function the same way as the Galaxy Note 8 with its Live Focus feature.

In terms of tech-specs, the Galaxy S9 series will be one of the first few Android phones to use a Snapdragon 845 processor and could be unveiled at CES 2018 in Las Vegas. Stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


More Sony Smart Shot wireless lens images, show how they connect

More images of the upcoming interchangeable wireless lens system for smartphones from Sony have appeared. The Sony Smart Shot wireless lens will still probably arrive in two versions, namely the higher-end Sony DSC-QX100 and consumer compact level Sony DSC-QX10. The new images show how the lens will connect to the frame which seems to be adjustable. The images confirm that the wireless lens will likely connect magnetically also confirming that they will probably be standalone systems complete with their own batteries and other features. No new tech spec information about the wireless lens so we assume that the previously outlined specs are correct. The official reveal should be within the next couple of days or during the IFA 2013 event but no exact details were available on release dates for Malaysia.


More Xiaomi Mi 9 information shared by Xiaomi CEO

Xiaomi has been consistently teasing about the new Xiaomi Mi 9 flagship for a couple of days now, and this time around, the latest information has been shared by Xiaomi CEO, Lei Jun of what we can expect. So without further ado, here are the juicy news on the features and tech specs.

Coming all the way from Weibo forums, Lei Jun first shared about the screen panel. As you can see from the image, there will be a small notch on the top and there's a 90.7% screen-to-body ratio. According to sources, the new Mi 9 is actually 40% thinner than the Mi 8 so it should look sleek and premium at the same time. Of course, the resolution on it is FHD+ (1080P) and the display material is AMOLED. With this, there is a 103.8% NTSC super wide colour gamut and up to 600 nits of brightness. Even under the sunlight, it features a 2nd gen "sun-screen" that allows you to see contents, as well as a Game Mode for gaming that's similar to Night Mode.

A 5th gen in-display fingerprint sensor will also be integrated under the Corning Gorilla Glass 6. Oh, did we mention that the display will be 6.4-inch long? That's a pretty big phone there and for the rest of the tech specs, the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 processor will be on board, along with a 48MP + 12MP + 16MP triple rear camera setup, with a memory capacity up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB ROM.

So far so good, we can't wait to see it unveiled and maybe the company will show it at MWC 2019. Until then, stay tuned for more Xiaomi news at TechNave.com.a


More affordable AirPods Max Sport Edition rumoured for 2021

If you like the fancy new Apple headphone but find it a bit out of your budget, you might be in luck. Rumours claim that Apple is working on a variant of the AirPods Max, one that will have a much lighter body and price tag.

According to Apple RUMORs, an over-ear AirPods will be coming in the middle of 2021. This should be a variant of the AirPods Max that was launched earlier this month. Interestingly, this contradicts a previous rumour claiming that a 'Sport' variant won't be a thing. However, this time another source (albeit unreliable) claims that this variant will in fact be coming and will be using silicone material and smaller earpads.

Over-ear AirPods, $400, coming in the middle of next year. Sports silicone material, weighs about 290g, slightly smaller earpads.

The reason for doing so is to reduce cost and weight. In fact, it's suggested that the new model will only weigh 290g, which is notably lighter than the AirPods Max's 384g. On top of that, it is expected to retail for USD400 (~RM1624), making it cheaper than the AirPods Max price tag of RM2399. Considering that it has the 'Sport' moniker, it could also come in a variety of colours.

Of course, this is just speculation, so do take it with a healthy grain of salt. With that said, what do you think about this rumoured variant, is it affordable enough for you? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates on this.


More colour options of the OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro have been revealed

Although OnePlus has shared some of the images of the upcoming OnePlus 9 series before the launch, we know that there is still something that the brand is keeping from us. Today, some spoilers have appeared revealing that the OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro are going to feature two colours each.

According to images provided by @EvLeaks, the OnePlus 9 is going to come in Black and Violet while the Pro variant will have Silver and Green as the options. The images are also showing the devices from all angles, leaving no room for imagination. However, the source mentioned that there could be a colour missing as the vanilla variant is supposed to be available in Blue as well.

To recap, the OnePlus 9 series arriving on 23 March is expected to come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset coupled with up to 12GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. For the camera setup, the series will feature as many as three Sony image sensors. It is also confirmed to support Warp Charge Wireless 50 that allows the Pro variant to fully charge in just 43 minutes.

Let us know what you think about the upcoming OnePlus 9 series on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting smartphone news.


More design and tech specs details on the vivo X50 Pro revealed

Just last week, vivo was teasing a new smartphone featuring a new camera with a gimbal-like design for optical image stabilization. While the device looks pretty ordinary, the fact that the main camera is able to "move" around like an eye is interesting and this week, the company showed more of the vivo X50 Pro. We also got some details of the tech specs so here's what you need to know.

According to sources, the X50 Pro is a part of the vivo X50 series and looks like a mid-tier range device thanks to the Snapdragon 765G chipset. That said, the battery is pretty huge packing 4315mAh and comes with a 33W fast charging technology, and you can also expect some 5G connectivity there as the chipset name implies. Nothing we can find on the memory capacity but it has a 6.56-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate.

In terms of camera, the cutout front camera is housing a 32MP Samsung GD1 sensor whereas the quad rear camera is packing quite a combination of sensors. It comprises a Sony IMX598 48MP sensor + a Samsung S5K3L6 13MP sensor + an 8MP OmniVision OVO8A10 + an 8MP Hynix Hi846 sensor. If you guessed it correctly, the OmniVision is a telephoto lens while the Hynix is an ultrawide lens.

Those are pretty fancy names for the cameras, but whether if the image quality will deliver remains as a mystery. Still, the idea of having a "moving" camera eye is pretty cool and we shall wait for more details in June 2020. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


More details about the 6.1-inch iPhone, 3D Touch removed and back to LCD screen

From our last rumoured post about the next iPhone generation this year, there wasn't really much information about the tech-specs aside from the panel size. However, our favourite KGI Securities analyst, Ming-Chi Kuo has shared some information, especially on the 6.1-inch iPhone.

According to him, the design is more or less the same as the current iPhone X except that the panel won't be using the OLED screen anymore, so Apple is going back to the LCD screen but only for that 6.1-inch iPhone. Besides that, the body material should be in aluminium but he didn't say that if the glass feature will cover the back of the iPhone, for wireless charging just like the iPhone 8.

Moreover, the 6.1-inch iPhone has a single camera sensor, Touch ID is probably not coming back to make room for Face ID, same goes for 3D Touch feature and maybe wireless charging too if they choose not to bring back the glass back. Kuo also said that the 6.1-inch iPhone will not follow the iPhone X's stacked logic board and L-shaped battery pack.

In other news, there is also a report that Apple will not continue to manufacture the iPhone X when the new one comes out. Below is the excerpt research note from Kuo.

"iPhone X would hurt product brand value & lineup of 2H18 new models if it continues to sell at a lower price after 2H18 new models launch: Lowering iPhone X's price after the 2H18 new models launch would be a negative to product brand value given 3D sensing and OLED display are features of the new high-price model. Additionally, to sell iPhone X at a lower price may have a negative impact on shipments of the new 6.1" LCD iPhone in 2H18. Thus, we estimate iPhone X will reach end-of-life (EOL) around the middle of 2018."

That's all about Apple rumour news today, until next time. Stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


ASUS ZenFone (ZenFone 4, 5, 6) Regional launch, Malaysia included

Jonney Shih, ASUS Chairman and Jerry Shen, ASUS CEO launching the ASUS ZenFone smartphones in South East Asia

The ASUS ZenFone smartphone range caught our attention when it was first announced at CES 2014 due to it's design, price and performance. Now ASUS already have several smartphone devices in the market, but the ASUS ZenFone smartphone range look to be the first to seriously target the entry-level to midrange market with it's focus on price and performance. Rather than go for a Malaysia launch, ASUS Malaysia were kind enough to invite us for the ASUS Regional launch where the ASUS ZenFone 4, ZenFone 5 and ZenFone 6 smartphones were announced by Jonney Shih, ASUS Chairman, with each priced below RM1000. According to him the ASUS ZenFone smartphones are the luxury device that will empower the masses. Check out the tech specs below for a refresher of the ASUS ZenFone 4, ASUS ZenFone 5 and ASUS ZenFone 6:

From the tech specs above, it is obvious that the ASUS ZenFone 4 is targeting the entry-level market especially as it will be priced at a phenomenal RM299. Most smartphones at that price point have fairly lower-end tech specs which you can see from our comparison tool of RM300 or so smartphones in Malaysia while the ASUS ZenFone 4 packs in a 5MP rear camera with 1GB of RAM.

The ASUS ZenFone 5 on the other hand clearly targets the upper entry-level and entry-midrange user with some fairly powerful tech specs and features at RM599. You won't find many smartphones at that price point packing features like an 8MP rear camera with LED flash and a 5-inch screen with a scratch resistant Corning Gorilla Glass 3 layer. Check it out with our RM600 or so smartphone comparison tool.

Gunning for the phablet and midrange crowd is the ASUS ZenFone 6 with it's 6-inch screen and higher-end tech specs all for a confirmed price point of RM899. While this pricing may differ somewhat from pricing in other regions, we feel that it is still very good price to performance as you will not find a phablet with the same tech specs, like a 13MP rear camera and 2GHz Intel Atom processor for the same pricing here in Malaysia. Check out our tech specs comparison tool for smartphones in the RM900 price range for some more detailed information.

All of the ASUS ZenFone smartphones share similar features though like Intel Atom processors, the ASUS ZenUI interface, PixelMaster camera technology and SonicMaster audio technology which you can see explained below:

While these Intel Atom processors are only dual-core, they also bring hyper-threading to the table, offering more stable multi-tasking on top of more reliable performance. They still provide the all the juice you need to do some smooth gaming or use more demanding apps but we'll cover more on that later.

Based on the more energy efficient Android 4.3 operating system, the ASUS ZenUI packs in simple yet concise task management along with a very zippy interface. The interface and operating system is set to get the upgrade to Android 4.4.2 KitKat with it's optimized performance very soon so this is definitely something else to look forward to.

The PixelMaster camera technology is a combination of software and hardware working together to provide great camera performance regardless of the situation. While it offers many different camera modes such as Selfie Mode, Deptth of Field mode and Electronic Image Stabilizer, two of the more notable ones are Time Rewind and Low-light Mode:

Acknowledging that we take photos and videos even when the sun goes down, ASUS have also included a special Low-light mode which offers better clarity and definition for videos and images recorded in low-light conditions. Utilizing special algorithms and a customizable camera sensor, the low-light mode works for both video recording as well as camera shots, enabling 4x light sensitivity.

Offering the ability to rewind your shots and select just the right one, the Time Rewind feature is great for moving objects which move unpredictably like babies, children and animals. Capturing up to 31 frames both before and after taking the shot, you can choose to rewind or forward to the image and maintain the same resolution.

Designed with those who have a number for work and a number for play, the Dual-SIM feature is available in all of the ASUS ZenFone smartphones.

Also on display were the ASUS PadFone Mini 2-in-1 smartphone and 7-inch tablet combo along with the ASUS FonePad 7 which we reviewed recently. While this confirms Malaysia pricing, we still haven't received exact Malaysia release dates just yet. However, we expect the ASUS ZenFone 4, ZenFone 5 and ZenFone 6 to be available in Malaysia by the end of April 2014. We'll be doing in depth reviews and analysis for the ASUS ZenFone smartphones and features in the coming days so stay tuned for more updates.

Introducing ASUS ZenFone and PadFone mini


More details for realme Narzo 50A & Narzo 50i appear ahead of launch

Last month, renders for the realme Narzo 50A appeared, which was a hint that the launch would happen soon. It was then confirmed by realme's CMO that the Narzo 50 series is incoming. Well, we now have more details of two new phones ahead of the launch.

In an official announcement, realme confirmed that it will launch the realme Narzo 50A on 24 September 2021. The company will also reveal the realme Narzo 50i, as well as other smart home devices and wearables. The realme Narzo 50i was teased on a realme website and its render leaked online. As you can see, it features a dual-camera setup at the back with an LED flash.

The Narzo 50i has a simple dual-camera setup

Back to the Narzo 50A, realme has revealed a few more specs for it. The phone will feature a triple-camera setup (50MP+2MP+2MP), a 6000mAh battery, and a rear fingerprint sensor. It's also expected to have a 6.5-inch HD+ display, 8MP front camera, and support for 18W fast charging.

We don't have any details on the other devices yet. But the company could unveil a new smart band, smartwatch, or TWS earbuds. What are you hoping to see? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates on this.


More details of realme X50t leaked, could have bigger battery than X50m

It seems that realme is really looking to diversify its X50 series of smartphones. Not long after the X50m and X50 Pro Player Edition were launched, we already started to see new rumours about the realme X50t model. However, the X50t may not be using a Snapdragon 768G chipset as originally believed, but could instead come with specs identical to the X50m.

According to Digital Chat Station, the X50m will sport the same Snapdragon 765G chipset, 48MP main camera, 30W fast-charging, and 120Hz refresh rate display as the X50t. So what's different here? Well, the X50m is apparently a thicker (9.3mm vs 8.9mm) and heavier phone (202g vs 194g). This suggests that it needs more room for components inside, most likely a larger battery.

Besides that, it won't support as many 5G bands as the X50t. Instead of 7 bands, it'll only support the n41, n78 and n79 bands. We're not sure how big an effect this would entail, but the idea here could be to make it a more affordable 5G device for regions without the unsupported 5G bands.

realme is expected to launch the X50t within the week, so we'll find out more about what's different when it's revealed. With that said, what are your thoughts about the phone? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for further updates.


More details of the Samsung Galaxy S21 series have been leaked

It seems the Internet is hell-bent on exposing every detail of the Samsung Galaxy S21 series before it launches. Plenty of leaks have appeared in recent weeks, and now some rather detailed specs on the Galaxy S21 series have been leaked online.

According to Android Police, there will be three models - Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+, and Galaxy S21 Ultra. All three devices are expected to be equipped with a Snapdragon 875 or Exynos 2100 chipset (depending on the region). The main difference would be the display and battery capacity. While all models will support 120Hz refresh rate, the screen sizes are different at 6.2-inch, 6.7-inch, and 6.8-inch respectively.

In terms of features, the Galaxy S21 Ultra is expected to have an LTPO display like the Galaxy S20 Ultra, which will reduce power consumption. Sources also claim that it will support the S-Pen, but it won't be included so you have to purchase it separately. For cameras, both the Galaxy S21 and S21+ will have the same 12MP+12MP+64MP setup. As for the Galaxy S21 Ultra, it will have a 12MP+108MP+10MP+10MP setup.

We know most about the tech specs by now, but Samsung could still surprise us with some interesting new features. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates on that!


More details of vivo V21 and V21e revealed, Dimensity 800U chipset confirmed

Last week, it was confirmed that vivo would be launching the new V21 and V21e smartphones in Malaysia. At the time, some features of the new devices were mentioned, though the specifics were a bit vague. Today, we have some more info in regards to that.

According to vivo Malaysia, the vivo V21 series will come with the Dimensity 800U chipset and 8GB of RAM. Users can also 'extend' the RAM with the Extended RAM Demonstration function, which turns 3GB of storage space into RAM. You can think of it as the virtual memory used in Windows PCs. Anyway, it's also been confirmed that both devices will have a 6.44-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a refresh rate of 90Hz.

In terms of cameras, the vivo V21 series is expected to sport a triple-camera setup at the back. It consists of a 64MP main camera with optical image stabilisation, an 8MP wide-angle camera, and a 2MP macro camera. Also, it would seem that only the vivo V21e comes with the 44MP front camera.

Still no prices for the two devices, but vivo is probably waiting for the official launch on 27 April 2021 to announce it. Having said that, what do you think of the vivo V21 series so far? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for further updates.


More details on Canon EOS R5 leaked, allegedly priced at ~RM21647

Not too long ago, a rumour of Canon getting ready to launch the EOS R5 and EOS R6 mirrorless cameras surfaced. Sources had claimed that the two cameras will be unveiled as early as July 2020. Now, more details of the EOS R5 have appeared, including its pricing and shipping window.

Allegedly, the people at Canon Rumors managed to source a price listing that contained the retail pricing of the EOS R5. On the list, Canon's upcoming premium mirrorless is listed as 4500 Euros (~RM21647). Mind you, this pricing is said to include the European VAT (Value-Added Tax), so the expected retail price could be different here. For reference, the EOS R (body only) retails for RM9888 in Malaysia.

The current EOS R's pricing for comparison

Other than the price, it's believed that the EOS R5 could start shipping in early August 2020. That would mean it becomes available 1 month after the official unveiling. Of course, this doesn't mean that we could get the new camera in Malaysia that soon. But Canon has a strong presence and fanbase here, so the possibility is there.

Anyway, if the above pricing is true then the EOS R5 isn't a direct successor to the EOS R. Instead, it's more likely a successor of sorts to the EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR. Having said that, do you prefer DSLR technology for products at that level? Share your thoughts on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for further updates.


More evidence arrived to prove that Apple is launching OLED iPad in 2024

It feels like the OLED iPads are getting more realistic with this new information. According to the source, there are already three display manufacturers gearing up for the production of the OLED displays to be supplied to Apple.

Previously, we had already seen reports saying that Samsung and LG would be the companies joining the supply chain. Last month, Samsung was rumoured to be developing a more advanced form of OLED panel that doubles the brightness and boosts longevity, which is suspected to be the display for the first OLED iPad in 2024.

Now, Korean media outlet The Elec reports that Chinese display maker BOE has also joined the party. The manufacturer is said to be currently preparing its own next-gen OLED production plans in readiness for an iPad launch in 2024. It's reported that BOE is planning to build a Gen 8.6 (2250x2600mm) IT OLED panel production line at its B16 factory in Chengdu in Sichuan Province, China, with a production capacity of 15,000 substrates per month and start production near the end of 2024.

Although there's still some time to go, it might be good news to some die-hard Apple fans as the company might finally prepare to launch an OLED iPad that year. What do you think about the report? Leave a comment to let us know your opinion, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest tech report.


More iPhone 14 series bug issues surfaced - the AirDrop and a constant prompt message

At the moment, only the majority of customers in the US have gotten their hands on the iPhone 14 series. But at the same time, some of them are reporting a few software issues. We already know about the camera buzzing sounds and activation problem, now there are even more of them surfacing online.

According to users, the AirDrop function is not working on some iPhone 14 models. Users are reporting that setting the AirDrop to "Everyone" from "Contacts" will work properly, if not, other iPhone models would just do nothing. Meanwhile, some users also reported that Password Sharing isn't working as well.

On the other hand, there is another bug from iOS 16 that constantly asks some users for permission to copy and paste. For example, you can see from the image above that "Snapchat would like to paste from TikTok", and it comes up every time between other apps. This seems to be a new privacy measure from iOS 16 to ask for permission but Apple said that the constant pop-up was not supposed to happen that often.

Just like the camera buzzing sounds issue, Apple has already been notified by the users about the AirDrop and copy and paste prompting. The company said that they will release a fix patch for the camera next week, so maybe this would also include the aforementioned issues too. We shall wait and see.

iOS 16.1 is currently in beta testing and this is not uncommon for new devices to release with a few minor bugs. It doesn't look good for Apple to have such problems early on for the iPhone 14 series but at least they would always get it fixed as soon as possible. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


More iPhone 7 leaks & recap before the official launch event

In about 24 hours, the world will have seen the launch of Apple’s latest smartphones – the Apple iPhone 7 and Apple iPhone 7 Plus. Just before the official event later however, new leaks has popped up to confirm several new things about the device from Cupertino.

Firstly – apparently Apple has inadvertently confirmed the existence of both the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus. This is thanks to an entry that was seen on Apple Hong Kong’s site, where the names of the two phones were part of the selection to search for accessories. It has since been taken off, but now we know the official names of the two devices.

Next, the press photo of the iPhone 7 model was seen online – confirming the looks and design of the phone which is following everything we have seen thus far. No audio jack, new antenna lines – the works. No photos of the iPhone 7 Plus was share however, so we can’t confirm if the phone will have the dual camera as purported.

Lastly, the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus is said to be bringing high speed 4K recording to the table for the iOS ecosystem. The recording mode includes 4K 60fps, 30fps (from the previous generation) and other resolution as needed.

As a quick recap, the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus are expected to share the same screen size as their predecessor – but that is the only thing that they will be sharing. Inside, it is expected to have the Apple A10 processor running at 2.4GHz, water-resistance, 12-megapixel camera modules (dual for the Plus model), up to 3GB of RAM, and up to 256GB of storage.

Stay tuned to TechNave as we bring more news on the new iPhone 7, right here and straight to your reading devices.


More iPhone users are updating to iOS 16 after launch compared to iOS 15 last year

Despite a few notable bugs at launch, it looks like iOS 16 is a hit with iPhone users as more users are adopting the new OS compared to iOS 15 last year. This is according to data from analytics company Mixpanel, whereby some 9 days after the release of iOS 16, it has already been installed in 23.26 per cent of iPhones.

In comparison, iOS 15 was only installed on 19.3 per cent of iPhones 10 days after its launch in 2021. In both instances, Apple allowed users a choice of whether to update to the new OS or stay on the old OS with security updates. For example, users can update to iOS 15.7 instead of iOS 16 when the latter launched earlier this month.

Historically, some iPhone users are reluctant to straightaway update to the latest iOS version at launch for fear of bugs affecting their older iPhones. Last year, some users experienced battery drain when updating to iOS 15 at launch, which was eventually fixed in a later version of the OS.

The quicker pace at which iPhone users update to iOS 16 may have something to do with the new features that come with the update. These include a redesigned lock screen, iMessage editing and undo send, battery percentage indicator, haptic feedback for the virtual keyboard and more.

So, have you guys updated to iOS 16 or are you still sticking with iOS 15 for now? What is your overall thought about iOS 16? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news such as this!


More images of Samsung Galaxy S21 series leaks ahead of launch

The launch of the Samsung Galaxy S21 series is coming soon. But leaks are basically a must these days, and it's expected that new details of products are slowly 'unveiled' by brands in this way. We already know quite a bit about Samsung's new flagship, but here's more of what the Galaxy S21+ looks like.

Thanks to @MauriQHD, we now have some live photos of the Galaxy S21+. As you can see, it comes with a flat-display featuring a punch-hole front camera, plus a triple rear camera setup. It should also have an under-display fingerprint sensor. The live images are identical to the renders that have appeared, which means that they're accurate.

S21+ ?i never leak images,but a friend sent me these, so hey.. pic.twitter.com/npjamUSlTh

Besides that, there's also a leak from MySmartPrice with images of some phone cases for the Galaxy S21 series. In the images, you can see that some of the cases have an attachment at the back. These are probably phone cases for the Galaxy S21 Ultra, with the attachments being housings for the optional S-Pen. Some of the cases also have front covers, with a strip opening for notifications.

For those who are looking to get a new flagship, the Galaxy S21 series would definitely be a more substantial upgrade than the Galaxy S20 series. But would you be willing to pay the extra premium for it? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates on this.


3.5mm audio jack making a comeback in the Samsung Galaxy S22 series?

Based on a bunch of concept renders from LetsGoDigital, there could be a possibility that Samsung will release the Samsung Galaxy S22 series that might come with a 3.5mm audio jack slot. While not much is exactly known in regards to the Malaysia release date, it does give us a better idea of what to expect when the device is officially available in the local market.

But that’s not all, it seems that the renders also showed that the upcoming smartphone will also be compatible with MicroSD cards, and it will come with a charger out of the box. However, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, as the renders are merely a concept, and Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on what’s coming in the Galaxy S22 series.

With all that said, what are your thoughts regarding the renders? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


ASUS ZenFone Zoom ZX551ML review - Technically the ultimate ASUS ZenFone 2

Released nearly a year later after its initial announcement, the final form of the ASUS ZenFone Zoom ZX551ML offers the world's thinnest 3x optical zoom cameraphone, but more than that it is the culmination of all the major elements that made up the ASUS ZenFone 2 series. Combining 4GB of RAM and the most powerful Intel Atom processor on a ZenFone with laser autofocus and the aforementioned 3x optical zoom, the ZenFone Zoom is technically the ultimate ASUS ZenFone 2 smartphone of the bunch. Should you get it because of that or any of the other features above? We find out in our full review of the ASUS ZenFone Zoom ZX551ML below.

Featuring a rounded metal frame with shiny chamfered edges, the ASUS ZenFone Zoom ZX551ML looks like the most premium ASUS ZenFone we've seen yet… at least from the front. From the back, the super large camera hump dominates, making it look not unlike the Lumia 1020. However, ASUS have done their best to make it look as good as possible, putting real Italian leather over the plastic back and adding some more chrome highlights to the camera hump.

Featuring a rounded full metal frame, the ZenFone Zoom looks very premium

Personally, I feel that the over large camera hump gets in the way of the overall design as it means that the Zoom does not have the comfortable curved back that other ZenFones have. However, quite a few people who I've shown the Zoom to, found it impressive looking in a beastly performance sort of way. In short, it has a rather love-it-or-hate-it sort of look.

Dedicated camera shutter and video record buttons along with a ridged back make the ZenFone Zoom a very camera centric smartphone

Having seen some of the earlier prototypes for the ZenFone Zoom, I think some of those might have looked better but the overall build quality is solid. The side grip is still fairly comfortable. Controls are similarly premium metal on the side with a dedicated two-stage camera shutter button and dedicated video record button. The camera shutter button stands out with its circular design while lightly pressing this button makes the camera focus like in a standard compact camera.

Priced at RM2099, this is the highest-end device in the ZenFone 2 range. It has the highest-clocked Intel Atom Z3590 processor in the range, something that no other ZenFone has. It also combines the best features and tech specs of the ZenFone 2 Deluxe and the ZenFone 2 Laser ranges, namely 4GB of RAM, 128GB of storage and 13MP PixelMaster 2.0 laser autofocus. Check out the full tech-specs list below:

The ASUS ZenFone Zoom is the only ZenFone to use the Intel Z3590 processor

Clearly one of the main highlights of the ZenFone Zoom is its rear camera, with optical image stabilization or OIS and a built-in dual-periscope design using 10-element Hoya lens to achieve the World’s thinnest 3x Optical Zoom camera phone. This means it also gets all of the PixelMaster 2.0 features like auto rewind, low-light, Super HDR and Super Resolution but it also has Photo Sphere as well, for 360 degree shots.

The ASUS ZenFone Zoom offers all of the PixelMaster 2.0 features including the new PanoSphere for 360 degree shots

The 5MP front camera is good enough for most selfie and selfie panorama shots, but while there is a full fledged beautify function, it still can’t make me traditionally beautiful (but it should work well for other fashionistas). The Manual mode with all its histograms and other metering functions is still there and offers practically all you need for a custom shot.

Manual mode offers quite a bit of control for the serious ZenFone Zoom photographer

At 185g, the ZenFone Zoom isn’t nearly as heavy as the 12mm thick camera hump may imply. While the back grip isn’t as comfortable as other ZenFones, the slight ridge on the bottom of the leather back side makes for an excellent camera grip. As an added bonus, ASUS have included a stylish leather wrist band which feels nice and secure. However, when the double tap to wake feature is activated the screen becomes so sensitive that even the metal top of the wrist band can turn on your Zoom and make emergency number calls. Turning this feature off is easy enough though.

The 5.5-inch full HD display is comfortable to use and view both for watching movies as well as doing work while a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass 4 ensures that it stays scratch free. Unfortunately, it isn't smudge free, as there isn't any oleophobic coating. The speaker on the rear is quite loud and offers crystal clear audio for the most part but you don't really get that stereo feeling with just one speaker available.

Movies look great on the 5.5-inch full HD display

As expected of the ultimate ZenFone, our benchmarks report the highest level of performance for any ZenFone yet with an AnTuTu score of 61462 and a 3DMark Ice Storm performance of 16000. Epic Citadel is equally high at 58.6 frames per second on full HD but we did notice a bit of lag in the normally buttery smooth Asphalt 8: Airborne on high graphics settings.The phone does get rather hot (about 40 degrees to 50 degrees) when playing games, charging using the fast charger or using the GPS and we have had it become inexplicably hot when left unattended for no reason as well.

AnTuTu scores are the highest amongst all ASUS ZenFones but still about midrange compared to the rest

3DMark performance is excellent, on par with the Samsung Galaxy S7 edge

The ASUS ZenFone Zoom also performed well on Epic Citadel

Still very good on demanding games like Asphalt 8: Airborne

After a bit more than a year, the 13MP PixelMaster sensor is starting to show signs of age. However, the OIS, laser autofocus and 3x Optical zoom on the ZenFone Zoom certainly add a bit more to the camera performance than the other ZenFone cameraphones out there especially in the Manual mode. While it won’t satisfy most of the DSLR users out there (they’ll probably want 20x optical zoom), these features will certainly help anyone looking to get a bit more serious about photography. Images are still good, while OIS did help stabilize things a bit.

13MP, Auto, 3x optical zoom ~ through the glass

13MP, Auto ~ See all the different blacks?

13MP, auto (above) and 3MP, Low-light mode (below)

Using the ZenFone Zoom for events was very convenient, as I could get clear shots even in low-light a distance away from the stage, something I haven’t been able to do with other cameraphones so far. While details do become a bit soft on the maximum 3x zoom and the auto white balance is a bit off sometimes, most pictures turned out well even in low-light conditions. WiFi and phone quality are above average and it is certainly fun not having to worry about internal memory with the 128GB internal storage space.

The major price for all these powerful features remains battery life as you can easily exhaust battery life from 100% in half a day or so on heavy usage. On medium usage you can extend this to about 8 to 10 hours while on minimal usage on power saving settings you should be able to get almost a day. Thankfully there is Quick Charging fast charger included. You can charge to 100% from zero in about 1 hour and a half with it.

Overall, the ASUS ZenFone Zoom ZX551ML is a beast of a device and technically the ultimate ZenFone smartphone around, featuring all of the highest-end features and tech specs in the ZenFone 2 line-up with the aforementioned 3x optical zoom. It should appeal to those who are looking for a bit more than your average smartphone or cameraphone.

That being said, as a cameraphone it is certainly showing signs of age as it does not offer certain features that some of the newer camera centric phones are offering like 4K video recording or the ability to take pictures in RAW format. The ZenFone Zoom is perfectly fine for everything else though and should be awesome for both gaming as well as multi tasking.

While it does offer the highest performance of all the ASUS ZenFones, there are higher performing devices at the same price of RM2099 like the Huawei Mate 8 (which got 86940 in AnTuTu compared to the 60000+ from the ZenFone Zoom). However, we can safely say that there are no other current smartphones in the market that feature 3x optical zoom, making the ZenFone Zoom a fairly unique device. If it suits your needs, then take a closer look at our hands-on and unboxing videos below, perhaps it may suit your tastes too.

*TechNave.com would like to thank ASUS Malaysia for providing us with the ASUS ZenFone Zoom ZX551ML for this review. It allowed us to do a more in-depth review and highlight more features.


More info made available regarding Qualcomm's potential new laptop chipset

Based on the information provided by WinFuture, the Snapdragon 1000 will have a 12W power draw and it will be sized around 20 x 15mm design which allows more room to fit more cores into the chipset. Not only that, the size and additional cores is expected to give the Qualcomm Snapdragon 1000 a significant performance.

During an internal testing of the Snapdragon 1000, the chipset is fitted with 16GB of RAM as well as 256GB of internal storage and it’s expected to have a battery life of approximately up to 20 hours which gives us an idea of the specification of the device the Snapdragon 1000 will be fitted in. There is no official news regarding the Qualcomm Snapdragon 1000 and the performance it provides. That being said, take every bit of information with a grain of salt, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates.


More key specs of the Lenevo Legion 2 Pro have been spotted. 6.92-inch 144Hz AMOLED display confirmed?

It seems that more information regarding the Lenovo Legion 2 Pro have been spotted, which seems to hint that the smartphone will come equipped with a 6.92-inch AMOLED display that supports up to 144Hz refresh rate. While there’s no news on the Malaysia release date, it does give us a better idea of what to expect when it is available in the local market.

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

However, a previous leak did mention that the device will most likely come equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset, up to 16GB RAM, and up to 512GB ROM. Would you be interested in getting the Lenovo Legion 2 Pro 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.


More leaked pics of Sony interchangeable lens system for smartphones

We've seen the smartphone interchangeable lens system Sony has been cooking up before so we're quite excited to see some more pics of the clip-on lens system in action. This time around they also come with some surprising tech specs which include:

Supposedly there will be two Sony Lens cameras under the model names of DSC-QX10 and DSC-QX100. With one version probably designated for the higher end side of the spectrum. While the lens will probably work on their own, the lack of controls means that they will interface through your smartphone or tablet in the same way a bluetooth keyboard or speaker would work. While there is a clip-on system, the lens itself looks to be attachable through a magnet. So far, no idea on how much it would cost but from leaked images it looks like it should be able to support both Android and iOS smartphones. We're expecting it to make an official appearance at the upcoming IFA 2013 event in September but again no news when it would be available for Malaysia and other markets.


More leaks are suggesting the iPhone 14 series could remove the SIM card tray

Previously, there was a rumour about the iPhone 15 series could actually ditch the SIM card and go purely sim-less. However, there is new information that the plan could move up to the iPhone 14 thanks to a tipster online.

According to @dylandkt, he made a claim back in February 2021 first about Apple planning to remove the SIM card tray. Nine months later, he retweeted that again saying he "is in agreement with the recent rumours". What does that mean? Well, he claimed that the reports are true and furthermore, it goes hand in hand with rumours of Apple meeting with US mobile carriers in preparation for an eSIM-only solution.

I am in agreement with recent rumors regarding the removal of the physical SIM card tray. In February, I had shared the following information below: https://t.co/zOyeJr0V1d

Personally, going full eSIM only is an interesting feature but the fact of the matter is it's not something that everyone is doing. In Malaysia's case, only two out of five telco companies support eSIM and even the majority of Malaysian Apple iPhone users aren't utilising it.

In case you haven't noticed, Apple has been removing features on the iPhones bit by bit throughout the years. For example, the audio jack port was one of the most controversial ones. They also added a MagSafe wireless charging tool signalling the end of cable charging in the future. We won't be surprised if Android brands also start following Apple for this reason.

But what do you think of the eSIM-only iPhone? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


More leaks of Xiaomi Mi 10 Extreme Commemorative Edition show up before the launch

On 11 August, Xiaomi will hold an event in conjunction with the company's 10th anniversary to announce a few new products. Among them, we're expecting the arrival of two new smartphones that are the Xiaomi Mi 10 Extreme Commemorative Edition and the Redmi K30 Extreme Commemorative Edition. Before the event happens, the insiders have leaked a few tech specs and an image of the phone case of the Xiaomi Mi 10 Extreme Commemorative Edition (whew, it's a long name).

Just today, a snapshot of the tech specs from the Mi 10 Extreme Commemorative Edition has been found on Weibo. It revealed that the device might come with variants made of different materials. There will be a ceramic back version that offers 8/256 GB and 12/256 GB storage options, a shiny silver version that offers 16/512GB, and a transparent version that comes with 12/256GB.

Other than the snapshot, an image of the phone case has also shown up on the same social media platform. According to the cases, it looks like the Xiaomi Mi 10 Extreme Commemorative Edition could have a huge rectangular camera module at the back. The main camera is expected to include a periscope that either provides 100 or 120x digital zoom. Other than that, fans have also made renders of the device based on the image.

To recap, the Mi 10 Extreme Commemorative Edition might feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865/865+ chipset. It is also expected to have a 6.67-inch AMOLED display that comes with a 120Hz refresh rate. There could be a 4500mAh battery as well that supports impressive 100/120W fast charging. Earlier, it was reported that the device might be called Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra outside of China, so we can hope for a global launch to happen sooner or later!

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


More of realme Watch S Pro design teased online ahead of launch

Last week, realme confirmed that it would be launching a new smartwatch and a pair of TWS earbuds soon. The Watch S Pro and Buds Air Pro Master Edition will be unveiled later today, but the company has already shown how the products will look in advance.

Thanks to the enthusiastic Madhav Sheth, who is realme's CEO for India and Europe, we now have another teaser image that shows us more of the realme Watch S Pro. You can see clearly see the watch's rubber strap, which is pretty long and should fit even larger wrists. As for the body, it's a rounded one that's made of metal and has two knobs on the right.

2 days until The Stylish New Pro arrives in Town!RT if you’re excited for 23rd Dec!#realmeWatchSPro pic.twitter.com/7RuTTQFVKF

In terms of specs, it has already been confirmed that the smartwatch will feature a 1.39-inch AMOLED display. For features, it comes with a sensor to detect blood-oxygen levels and heart-rate. It can also track 15 sports modes, has 5ATM water resistance, and has a battery that will allegedly last up to 14 days on a full charge.

realme Malaysia has also confirmed that the Watch S Pro will be launching here, so look forward to it. Having said that, would you be interested in getting this smartwatch. Do let us know what gadget you're planning to get for Christmas and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


More official LG G6 teasers surfacing. Water and dust resistance plus a hint of wide angle?

With MWC happening in less than a week, everyone’s jumping on the hype train now and LG is one of them that had been releasing little teasers for their upcoming LG G6 on various channels. This time round, we got several clips from their YouTube channel, focusing on the device’s key features.

In the first 11-second clip, titled “Pool”, it shows a girl swimming across a pool with an outline of what seems to be the device, and the words “LG G6” appearing at the end. Hinting that it’s a phone that’ll end up in the water in the shallow pool without any worries.

The second clip is only 7 seconds long. Titled “Flour”, all we see, is that quite a bit of flour is added onto the table, and it ended once again with the LG G6 outline and name. The caption reads, "Stay apart from the particles.” Hinting that the device would be dustproof, no worries about dropping the device into the flour. Even if you did, you can always wash it away.

The third clip, “Meaning of tears”, is 9-seconds long. It started with a photo of 2 persons seated back to back, only to be refocused to a much wider scene showing a total of 4 persons in 2 groups. “Capture wider to preserve precious moments accurately.” Hinting at the wide-angle capabilities of the dual rear cameras, much like the earlier LG V20.

It is quite refreshing to see this type of teaser clips being released, especially so where LG decided to ditch the modular design from the previous LG G5, and going with a more regular designed LG G6. Can’t wait for it to be unveiled. Are you curious about what the LG G6 brings forth in this 6th iteration of the device? Tell us in the comments below, or on our Facebook Page. Stay tuned for more LG news during MWC2017 at TechNave.com.


More old school Huawei and HONOR phones getting EMUI 9.1 update

While EMUI 10 OS is one of the things to look forward to Huawei smartphone users, there are still a lot of them who are still using old school devices that probably can't get that operating system. We are talking about 2016 smartphones including HONOR but at least they will still be able to get EMUI 9.1. Below is the official list of all the Huawei and HONOR phones getting the EMUI 9.1 update.

According to the list, the phones that are getting the update are the Huawei Mate 9, Mate 9 Pro, Mate 9 Porsche Design, P10, P10 Plus, Nova 2s, HONOR V9 and the HONOR 9. Just so you know, EMUI 9.1 update includes a GPU Turbo 3.0 that supports PUBG Mobile and Fortnite (and 20 other popular games), a refined UI with new wallpapers and icons, video ringtones, Huawei Vlog for video editing, software improvements that improve reading and writing performance by 20%, as well as file compression to save more space.

The rollout will definitely take some time, as this was announced in China. So for the Malaysia market, do be patient and wait for the over-the-air update in your phone settings. Stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


More pictures of Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus show quad camera setup

The leaks keep coming and the ones for Samsung probably won't stop till the new phones launch on 11 February 2020. The latest one came from an XDA Developers writer, who showed off what he claims is the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus. And if you ask us, it looks pretty good at first glance.

From Max Weinbach's Twitter post, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus will be a 5G device with a quad-camera setup at the back. The pictures look quite credible this time, considering that they're live shots and not renders. They also confirm a few things we already know, like the punch-hole design for the front camera. Moreover, being a 5G device means that it's likely going to feature the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset, which will be paired with a Snapdragon X55 5G modem.

S20+ 5G looks absolutely insane pic.twitter.com/0vppZ65wys

So, what do you think of the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus? Are you keen on getting the device when it releases here in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates on this.


More pictures of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 spotted!

Twitter user by the name of @Mr_TechTalkTV, has recently posted a bunch of images which showcases how the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 could look like. While not much is known in regards to the Watch 3, we do know that it will come equipped with a rotating mechanical bezel.

Based on a statement by androidauthority.com, it looks like the aforementioned watch is expected to come equipped with the Tizen 5.5 operating system, up to a 1.4-inch display, up to 340mAh internal battery. With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide a statement on the leaks.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and complete tech specs for now. Would you be interested in getting the aforementioned watch 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.


ASUS ZenFone Zoom announced with OIS, 12x zoom and laser-autofocus

We'd like to say that we predicted it beforehand, but ASUS also announced the ASUS Zenfone Zoom ZX550 smartphone. According to ASUS it is the thinnest smartphone with a 3x optical zoom lens yet and features optical image stabilization (OIS), laser auto-focus and a 10-element lens. While it is built around the same tech specs as the ASUS ZenFone 2 with a 5.5-inch display it doesn't mention what processor or how much RAM it will be using, hinting that it could be using a still unnamed or unreleased processor, perhaps one of Intel's latest Cherry Trail Atom processors. Regardless of the processor, the Zenfone Zoom is estimated to arrive in Q2 of 2015 at $399 (RM1417). Check out the full tech specs below:

No Malaysia release dates or pricing yet, but we expect the ZenFone Zoom to be released in Malaysia either with the ZenFone 2 or perhaps in the middle of the year. While it is clear that it probably won't go below RM1K, it should still be a very interesting smartphone, especially for the photography inclined.


More premium ASUS ZenFone 2 with 128GB coming soon?

Initially it was thought that the most premium version of the ASUS ZenFone 2 would pack in 4GB of RAM and 64GB worth of storage. However, a version with 128GB storage has appeared in India. While it bears the same ZenFone 2 ZE551ML model number it looks to pack in 128GB of storage for 29999 INR (RM1683). Considering the recent leaked Malaysia pricing for the ASUS ZenFone 2 we expect this version to go for about RM1599 or so. No news yet if we'll be seeing this version come 9 May 2015 or any exact Malaysia release dates. Other tech specs like the 2.3GHz Intel Atom Z3580 processor, 4GB RAM, 5.5-inch full HD 1920 x 1280 pixel resolution display are expected to remain the same though.


More realme 10 Pro 5G Coca-Cola edition teasers reveal the design

After confirming that their upcoming realme 10 Pro 5G Coca-Cola Edition smartphone will be coming to India on 10 February 2023, new teasers of the phone have also appeared. The images reveal that the phone will not be completely red like was previously revealed but will also have a black strip where the cameras are.

Again, no tech specs have been confirmed but if realme sticks to their current realme 10 Pro 5G features, then the Coca-Cola Edition shouldn’t be that far off. Apart from the 6.72-inch FHD+ display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 chipset, 8GB of RAM, 256GB of storage and 108MP + 2MP rear cameras, we expect that the realme 10 Pro 5G Coca-Cola Edition will be priced at RM1299 to RM1399 or so.

If you’re a hardcore Coca-Cola fan, then this could be something else to add to your collection. It also seems likely that it will come to Malaysia. But would you buy it? Let us know in the comments below or on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com

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More realme Pad renders appear, confirm dark-grey and gold colours

About two weeks ago, a video render of the realme Pad was leaked online. Although the visuals are not unofficial, some leaks these days are actually provided by the brand itself. We can't say if that's the case for the realme Pad, but more renders have been leaked and they look legit.

The new renders were posted online by 91Mobiles, confirming that the realme Pad will be available in at least two colours - dark grey or gold. As you can see, the device has an aluminium unibody and a gradient finishing on the back that's quite stylish. You can also see the rather large rear camera, and the small front camera located in the middle of the right side.

You can see the front camera in the middle in landscape mode

From the placement of the front camera, it's clear that an intended use for this tablet is video conferencing in landscape orientation. Besides the front cameras, it's expected to come with 6GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, and a 7100mAh battery. If it comes with a high-end chipset too, the realme Pad could function as an alternative to laptops like the Apple iPad Pro and Samsung Galaxy Tab S series.

realme has been keeping core details like the chipset and pricing a secret, so we can't confirm if the realme Pad will be a flagship-class device or not. But if it is, would you be keen on purchasing one? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about it.


More realme Pad specs leaked, 8MP cameras confirmed

realme plans to launch its first tablet very soon. Leaks of the realme Pad have been appearing steadily in the last few weeks, with some specs even confirmed a few days ago. Now, we have info on the front and rear cameras too.

According to @Sudhanshu1414 (via MySmartPrice), the realme Pad will feature identical front and rear cameras. Specifically, both sides will have an 8MP sensor (3264x2448 resolution). The 1/3.6-inch sensors come with a focal length of 28.1mm and will support electronic image stabilisation. They will also have an ISO range of 100 to 16000.

realme Pad camera specs. pic.twitter.com/HbsgaKkDtv

The only difference between the front and rear cameras is the lack of autofocus on the front camera. That's not a big deal though, as most people would just use it for video conferencing at a fixed distance. Besides the cameras, the realme Pad is also expected to feature a 10.4-inch LCD, 6GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, and a 7100mAh battery.

Honestly, without the details on the chipset, it's hard to say if this is a flagship tablet. But we can expect more leaks to continue popping up, so do stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates on this.


More renders of Apple Watch 7 series now available online

Leaks on Apple products seem to have slowed down in recent weeks. The Cupertino company has been clamping down hard on leakers and one of them even received a cease and desist letter. But that's not going to stop people from speculating about upcoming products like the Apple Watch.

Courtesy of 91Mobiles, we now have more renders of the Apple Watch 7 series that were derived from the info provided by industry sources. As you can see, it's similar to the ones that appeared in May, which revealed that the new model will feature a new design. Instead of a more curved and rounded shape, the new model will have flat sides. This redesign makes the design of the new model similar to the current iPhone 12 and iPad Pro.

The new model is expected to have flat sides and improved sensors at the back

Previous leaks have also revealed a few specs for the device. The Watch 7 series is expected to come in a 44m size with a 1.8-inch display. It's also expected to come with thinner bezels, upgraded health sensors, and ultra-wideband technology to connect with Apple's 'Find My Network'.

The new Apple Watch should launch with the iPhone 13 series next month, so we could get more details about it soon. With that said, what do you hope to see from the new model? Leave your thoughts in the comments below, and stay tuned to TechNave for further updates.


More renders of the HONOR 80 GT revealed, to feature large 74mm thermal materials for better cooling

Previously, we reported that HONOR is set to unveil the HONOR 80 GT in China next Monday (26 December 2022) and now, more details of the device have been revealed by the company. These include official renders of the smartphone’s design as well as its cooling system and thermal performance.

Taking to its official Weibo account, HONOR showcased the upcoming device’s design in several posters. These include showing off its flat design, elongated rectangle triple-camera setup module and a punch-hole cutout in the top-middle of the display.

Furthermore, HONOR also revealed the HONOR 80 GT’s thermal performance, claiming that the device recorded only 37.3 degrees Celsius when playing MOBA titles. This is in part thanks to the large 74mm thermal materials under the hood, as well as a vapour chamber liquid cooling mechanism.

Besides that, HONOR also confirmed that the device will be relatively lightweight at 187g and has a thickness of 7.9mm. Previous rumours have pointed to the HONOR 80 GT to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, 66W fast charging, a 54MP main camera and a 120Hz OLED panel. However, these specs are yet to be confirmed by the Chinese tech company.

So, what do you guys think of the HONOR 80 GT? Are you excited about its release this 26 December? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news such as this.


More reports released on non-iPhone 14 Pro models not getting the A16 chip

You read that right, the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max may be the only devices that are getting the A16 Bionic chipset. This report was announced by TrendForce, a Taiwanese research firm. Honestly, we can't say we would be surprised if this turns out to be true because of the current chip shortage globally.

As you should know, Apple is reportedly launching four new iPhone 14 models this year just like last year. There could be a new twist, by introducing a new iPhone 14 Max that is the same size as the iPhone 14 Pro Max but alas, it (alongside iPhone 14) could not get the A16 Bionic chipset as reported by TrendForce. This report tallies with popular Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo's report too.

With this, there is a possibility that the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Max are only getting the A15 Bionic chipset. Although it's a last-generation chip, by all means, it's still a powerful chipset. On top of that, Mark Gurman from Bloomberg has also agreed that the non-pro variants are "likely to stick to the A15 from last year or a variant of it".

As aforementioned, the current chip shortage is the main culprit and may have affected Apple's manufacturing process. The issue has also contributed to a lot of devices, raising up the price highly that started from the pandemic two years ago. Since everyone was once stuck at home, reliance on devices for entertainment, education and work increased tenfold and logistics could hardly catch up with the demands.

The next iPhone 14 series should be revealed in September as per tradition. Are you still looking forward to it? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


More rumours claims Samsung will not be launching a new Note series smartphone

Looks like there are a bunch of tweets from @MaxWineBach and @UniverseIce seems to hint that Samsung will not be releasing a new Samsung Galaxy Note series smartphone. Instead, there will be 3 upcoming smartphones which are most likely the Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy S21 Ultra, and the S21+ that will come with SPen support.

Other than what was mentioned, there is no official information in regards to the release dates of all the smartphones listed above. 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.

Samsung flagships to expect this year:S21 FES21S21+S21 UltraZ Fold 3Z Flip 3Z Fold FE

An unusual clue: There is currently no information on the development of the Note21 series. pic.twitter.com/RBzzwsg8Cg

What are your thoughts on Samsung discontinuing the Galaxy Note series? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com


More smartphones could features 108MP camera in 2021

Smartphones with a 108MP camera sensor aren't exactly new, but they're mostly limited to flagships. Mid-range devices tend to come with a 64MP camera sensor, though that may change this year. This speculation surfaced due to a comment from Xiaomi yesterday.

Xiaomi's Lu Weibing hinted at the possibility in a Weibo post. He commented on how brands that used to have ToF cameras on their smartphones no longer add them in. This could be referring to Samsung, which removed the ToF sensor from its Galaxy S21 series. He mentioned that more new devices this year would feature camera sensors with 108MP cameras.

Since Lu is also the General Manager for the Redmi brand, he may be hinting at more Redmi phones with a 108MP camera. For instance, the Redmi Note 10 series expected to launch sometime this month could have a variant with that camera spec. The recently launched Chinese variant of the Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G also came with a 108MP camera, so we know mid-range phones are now capable of supporting that resolution.

Having said that, it's more likely for the upcoming Redmi K40 series to feature a model with a 108MP camera. If priced right, Redmi could make this its flagship killer series for 2021. But what do you think? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates on Xiaomi smartphones.


More sources claim that iPhone SE redesign will be delayed to 2024

For the last few iterations, the iPhone SE remains the smartphone model you'd call classic in 2022. Even the iPhone SE 2020 had thick bezels and a large home button. While sources claim that Apple would redesign the series, that move might have been delayed.

According to @dylankt, the rumoured redesign for the iPhone SE series has been pushed back to 2024. He claimed that the iPhone SE that would launch this year would feature a similar design to its 2020 predecessor. In other words, it would have thick top and bottom bezels, as well as a home button. Of course, that would also mean that this year's model should support Touch ID.

*Update to this tweet!* The iPhone SE with a similar design to the XR/11 with a slightly smaller screen size, has been pushed back to an expected release of 2024. For 2022, Apple will instead release an iPhone SE with 5G, a spec bump, and the same design as the 2020 model.

Many believe that this would happen, what do you think?

Mind you, this is not the first time the rumour has surfaced. In October 2021, Kuo Ming-chi made a similar prediction. The analyst suggested that the design for the iPhone SE 2022 would be identical to the iPhone SE 2020. However, it's expected to feature better hardware like the Apple A15 Bionic chipset with 5G support.

As for the iPhone SE 2024, some say that it will look similar to the iPhone 11. But if that's your preferred design, get ready to wait for another 2 years. With that said, would you choose to skip this year's iPhone SE model? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about it.


ASUS ZenFone Zoom coming to Malaysia on 13 January 2016

The invites are out and we now know that the ASUS ZenFone Zoom will finally be arriving here in Malaysia on 13.1.2016. Tech specs and features include an Intel Atom processor and a 13MP rear camera with laser autofocus, 3x optical zoom and optical image stabilization. Quite clearly, the ZenFone Zoom is targeted at the smartphone photographers out there but there are still no Malaysia pricing details just yet. In the meantime, check out the videos and tech specs below:

Here are the ASUS ZenFone Zoom tech specs:


More specs of Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+ revealed on Geekbench

The Geekbench factor is big when it comes to devices these days, as it has become a platform where new ones are unearthed. This time around, many have found a new Samsung device on Geekbench and it's believed to be the upcoming Galaxy Tab S7+ tablet.

According to GSMArena, the new Samsung device with product code SM-T976B is the Galaxy Tab S7+. The Geekbench entry for the device hints that this is to be a high-end tablet. This is evident by the fact that its motherboard is listed as 'kona', which is the one used for the Snapdragon 865 chipset. Here, we can also see that it has 6GB of RAM and runs on Android 10. Since this is the Plus model, expect to see variants with more RAM too.

Other than that, it was also previously speculated that the Galaxy Tab S7+ could come with a large battery and screen. Specifically, it's expected to have up to a 12.4-inch display and a massive 10090 mAh battery. Renders for the device appeared recently as well, so we more or less have an idea what it would look like.

Based on what has been leaked so far, Samsung's next high-end tablet is going to have some beefy specs and likely hefty price tag too. Of course, these leaks have yet to be confirmed so do take them with a pinch of salt.

With that said, what do you think of the Galaxy Tab S7+ so far? Is it a device you'd buy? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


More than 1000 HONOR View20 units were sold during the weekend roadshow in 1Utama

When the HONOR View20 was globally announced last week in Paris, it quickly made its way to Malaysia on 26 January 2019 and quickly proved to be one of the fan favourites. According to HONOR Malaysia, more than 1000 units were sold during the roadshow in 1 Utama due to the fact that the starting price of the flagship is RM1999 only for the 6GB + 128GB model.

In addition to that, the first 200 customers were lucky enough to bring home a free HONOR Watch Magic and a backpack when purchasing the View20. But HONOR Malaysia didn't forget about the rest of the 800 customers, as they too got a complimentary HONOR Band 4 and a backpack as well. By the way, the 6GB + 128GB model is only eligible for the Sapphire Blue and Midnight Black option, so if you want the sexy 8GB + 256GB Phantom Blue which was co-designed with Moschino, that model cost RM2499. You can find it online on the company's official store at hihonor.com/my and Lazada.

We are currently in the midst of reviewing the View20 so do stay tuned for our future review only at TechNave.com.


More than 1300 porn stars’ Insta accounts got deleted by Instagram

Instagram’s Community Guidelines can be overreacting to certain contents sometimes and innocent people’s accounts would get deleted in the blink of an eye. This has caused a hot debate whether the guidelines truly know what is appropriate to be posted and what is not. Many have been careful while sharing content on the platform as well. However, it was reported that more than 1300 porn star's accounts have been deleted despite not showing nudity.

Alana Evans, president of Adult Performers Actors Guild has voiced out on the issue and demanded Instagram to stop discriminating porn stars by deleting their accounts. She has also stated that removing adult performers and sex workers from social media such as Instagram is equivalent to marginalizing the small groups in the reality.

Also, it is said that removing their accounts is like taking their jobs away from them as adult performers.  That is because production houses often consider the size of a performer's Instagram followers when casting for new scenes. Moreover, an adult performer will lose access to business connections they have worked hard to build as well if their accounts get deleted.

As time goes by, adult performers are getting more opportunities to work independently through webcam sites, subscription services and custom video platforms. Being on social media is the primary way for them to get recognition to earn money for a living. Therefore, deleting their accounts can be deemed as cruel as if it’s like losing their jobs without violating anything (posting nudity content).

The issue has led to a meeting with Instagram representative to work on establishing a new appeal system for removed accounts. However, accounts of adult performers are still getting deleted. The adult performers have also claimed that famous celebrities are allowed to be much more explicit on their accounts than porn stars or sex workers, without getting their accounts deleted (oops!). It seems like the guidelines are having double standards by exempting the accounts which have blue ticks and millions of followers.

Let us know what you think about this issue on our Facebook page! For more viral news, stay tuned on TechNave.com.


More than 2000 Samsung Galaxy Fold prototypes being tested before release

We’re all still awaiting the Samsung Galaxy Fold to be released since the disastrous news of how the device malfunctioned when it got into reviewers’ hands. Samsung co-CEO, DJ Koh admits that he had “pushed it through before it was ready” and “had missed something on the foldable phone”.

As time passes, many are wondering if the foldable smartphone would be announced. Every few weeks, Samsung would release information vaguely mentioning that the launch will be happening soon. However, some new information about the Samsung Galaxy Fold has emerged. DJ Koh has said that the company is currently extensively testing over 2000 prototypes of the device to make sure that no new issues would come up. He further mentioned that in the last couple of weeks the company had “defined all of the issues and problems [they] couldn’t find” and will continue doing so until they send it out to reviewers again.

Samsung and Huawei had been eyeing the spot to be the first foldable smartphone out on the market and it seemed like Samsung had it in the bag. However, seeing Samsung’s issues with the device, Huawei too had pushed back the Huawei Mate X’s release to what seems to be September. As for the Samsung Galaxy Fold’s release, the only thing DJ Koh had mentioned was “in due course”. However, there has been rumours that it may be out only next year. Any bets on when the Samsung Galaxy Fold will be released? Keep up with the latest developments of the Galaxy Fold on TechNave.com!