Apple officially rolls out picture-in-picture mode for iOS

Have you had to take a video call while doing something else? This can be annoying, as you would often have to end the call to do so. For WhatsApp, the solution is to implement picture-in-picture (PiP) mode. Well, this feature is now officially available to iOS users.

If you check the Apple App Store, you'll find that WhatsApp has just received its latest update (version 23.3.77). As you can see from the version history, the new update adds support for PiP mode. That means you can now take video calls while doing other things, like checking your email or navigating with Waze.

How it looks on an iPhone (source WABetaInfo)

Besides that, the latest version lets you add captions when sending documents. This feature is already available on the PC app but is now also out for Android and iOS devices. The new update also lets you set longer group subjects and descriptions, as well as use personalised avatars as stickers or your profile picture.

Honestly, the best feature of this update is the PiP mode. The others are just small quality-of-life improvements and aren't all that important. Is there a feature that you think WhatsApp needs to implement? Share your thoughts in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


vivo Watch 2 could launch soon with eSIM support

Smartwatches used to be the domain of a few select brands. But these days, there are so many options available to us. For example, there's the vivo Watch that launched last year, becoming the brand's first smartwatch. And now there's a successor to it.

According to Digital Chat Station, vivo is launching a new smartwatch that builds on its predecessor. This probably means we'll be seeing the same design and features, with some upgrades on top of that. But what kind of upgrades can we expect? The tipster claims that the vivo Watch 2 will come with eSIM support, better app integration, and a round dial.

The first vivo Watch launched in September 2020, so it won't be surprising for a successor to arrive soon. Anyway, it has features like blood-oxygen monitoring, an AMOLED display, 5ATM water resistance, and more. In terms of size, it's available in 42mm and 46mm sizes, so we're expecting the vivo Watch 2 to be the same.

The tipster also talked about the upcoming realme smartwatch, which is expected to have 5ATM water resistance, a round dial, audio via Bluetooth, and more. With so many smartwatches available these days, what makes you pick one brand over the other? Share your preferences in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


vivo Watch 2 release: support eSIM, ultra-long battery life and more at ~RM858

There were plenty of rumours going about the vivo Watch 2 before it is launches. Here, we spotted the device was launched in China with a price tag of CNY1299 (~RM858).

The smartwatch comes in 3 colour variants which are black, white, and silver. As for the design, it adopts a bezel-less display with stainless steel body and a rubber strap. Besides that, the Watch 2 sports an ultra-long battery life which can last up to 14 days with the e-SIM turned off. It also can stream music without connecting with a smartphone.

On the other hand, there are plenty of built-in sports modes which include swimming and it is certified 50ATM dust and water-resistance rating. Other than that, the smartwatch support plenty of health monitor features, emergency call, sleep monitoring, and more. Well do you want vivo Malaysian to bring this device to Malaysia? What features do you like the most? Let us know your comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


vivo Watch might be released this year with up to 46mm size, 4 colours, and 18 days battery life

When it comes to vivo, the company is particularly known for manufacturing smartphones but not wearables. After many years, we might actually see a new vivo Watch this year and it could be unveiled this month or October this year.

From the forums of Weibo, a leak revealed that the vivo Watch is available in two sizes which are 42mm and 46mm alongside a leather strap. He also said there are four colours which read Mocha, Mixia, Shadow and Fengshang, we are aware the colour names are weird but those are direct translations from the source. Besides that, the battery life is said to survive up to 18 days.

Vivo Watch is available in 42mm and 46mm models, with a leather strap. The battery life is nominally up to 18 days. There are four colors of Mocha/Mixia/Shadow/Fengshang. The Green Factory also has a bunch of new accessories to be launched, a new thousand yuan watch and.. (1/2)

Prior to the latest leak, Digital Chat Station also claimed that the vivo Watch features an OLED display, heart rate and blood oxygen monitor. NFC could be a possibility as well for cashless payment. There are a couple of design schematics which shows a circular body, which is no surprise there, really.

In terms of price, the vivo Watch could cost 1000 yuan (~RM609). The first wave should start in the Chinese market first and there are no plans yet for a global release as far as we know. But would you get one if it was released in Malaysia? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


vivo Watch release: 18-days battery life and multiple functions priced at ~RM794

After a few months of speculations, vivo have finally unveiled the vivo Watch in China. Just like the rumours, the watches design is quite on point featuring a circular stainless-steel body and brightly coloured straps. Here's what you need to know about the vivo Watch.

Available in two bezel designs: 42mm and 46mm, the vivo WATCH uses a 3D curved glass AMOLED display design that measures 1.19-inch and 1.39-inches. Featuring 390 x 390 and 454 x 454 resolution respectively, vivo also offers users with two types of watch straps such as Nappa leather and Fluoroelastomer. Its battery life can stand up to 18 days.

In terms of features, the wearable also supports 5ATM water resistance, calories monitoring function, Jovi (which is vivo's AI assistant), a multi-functional NFC, access control card, and always-on-display. There's also a six-sensor system including blood oxygen, accelerometer, air pressure, geomagnetism, ambient light, and positioning.

The vivo Watch is currently price at 1299 Yuan (~RM794) and it's already on pre-order across the Chinese market. There's no word if vivo Malaysia plans to import the wearable into Malaysia, guess we just have to wait and see. Stay tuned for more trending gadget news at TechNave.com.


vivo Watch to come with audio playback based on leak

It seems that the vivo Watch has been spotted on 3C and it will most likely come with a speaker system that supports audio playback. While not has been confirmed in regards to the exact tech specs of the smartwatch, we can expect it to be unveiled very soon due to the fact that it was recently certified by 3C.

With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that there is no official statement by vivo on the leaks. Not only that, but there’s no official information on the Malaysia release date and local pricing for now.

Would you be interested in getting the vivo 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.


vivo X Flip release: Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, 50MP main camera with OIS, 3-inch cover display, and more from ~RM3874

The big vivo launch introduced three new devices for mobile enthusiast. There's the fancy vivo X Fold 2 and the massive vivo Pad 2, which are devices of larger sizes that are great for entertainment. But there's also the vivo X Flip, the company's first clamshell foldable phone.

As announced on Weibo, the vivo X Flip is a foldable smartphone with flagship specs. It houses a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, 12GB of RAM, and up to 512GB of storage for all your photos and videos. Also, it packs a 50MP main camera with a Zeiss T lens and optical image stabilisation. Other hardware specs include a 32MP front camera, a 4400mAh battery, and a hinge with a rated folding lifespan of 50 million folds.

For features, the most notable one would be the secondary display. Like what we've come to expect from clamshell foldables, the vivo X Flip sports a 3-inch cover display. This one has a horizontal orientation, making it better for landscape shots or selfies without unfolding the phone. vivo also claimed that the phone's UI allows it to be use like a digital camcorder, which should be useful for people who want to take videos or vlogs.

The vivo X Flip is available in two variants, one with 256GB of storage and another with 512GB of storage. They're priced at 5999 yuan (~RM3874) and 6699 yuan (~RM4326), respectively. If you're interested, keep an eye out for news about local availability. Until then, stay tuned to TechNave for more news about the latest phones and mobile devices!


vivo X Fold+ 5G certification and images spotted

Back in April 2022, vivo officially joined the foldable gang with its vivo X Fold. While the device has yet to make its way here, an event in July suggests that vivo Malaysia could bring it here. But could the company bring in the vivo X Fold+ 5G instead?

According to MySmartPrice, the vivo X Fold+ 5G was certified in China by TENAA. The new variant will feature the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, 12GB of RAM, and 256GB or 512GB of internal storage. It will also have the same dual-cell 2300mAh (total 4600mAh) battery and a 50MP main camera. Immediately, you can see that the most notable change is the chipset. Sources also claimed that the charging speed will be improved to 80W.

Besides that, images of the vivo X Fold+ 5G were spotted on China's MIIT website. The new variant doesn't seem that different from its standard counterpart, so it's hard to say if anything has changed. If that's the case, it would make this a sub-variant of the original vivo X Fold instead of and not any kind of upgrade (except the chipset).

As we've mentioned, vivo Malaysia could opt to bring this model here instead of the previous one. After all, it DOES have a better chipset and charging speed. But which would you prefer, this new one or the standard variant? Let us know in the comments on our Facebook, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about this phone.


vivo X Fold and X Note get certified, might arrive together at upcoming event

It looks like vivo will not be launching just one folding smartphone for the first time. According to new certification found in China, the company is preparing to present two of them, namely vivo X Fold and X Note. Although we've already heard some news about the devices, it's still exciting to know they are getting certified as it means they are very near to us.

Besides that, the source also mentions that the X Note will be a larger device among the two. Earlier, the tech specs of the X Fold appeared by telling us that it would get an 8-inch 120Hz LTPO display. Therefore, we can expect the X Note to be larger than that. Besides that, the X Fold is also said to feature UTG glass and an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner, becoming the first foldable smartphone to have such a fingerprint scanner.

It's still unsure if these two will make a debut together. However, previous rumours suggested the launch date could fall in April. Not only folding smartphones, but the company will also be launching vivo X80 Pro and X80 Pro+ soon. We can say that 2022 is an exciting year for vivo.

Are you excited about seeing vivo's first folding smartphone? Drop a comment to let us know how you feel, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest smartphone news.


vivo X Fold and X Note release: SD 8 Gen 1 chip, 120Hz display, and 50MP camera, starts from ~RM3,976

vivo has launched two of its highly-anticipated smartphones today, namely vivo X Fold and X Note. The duo doesn't make it difficult for the customers to choose, as one is a foldable smartphone and another one is a standard smartphone but with a large display. Now, let's take a look at the highlights of these new offerings from the company!

The vivo X Fold has a 6.53-inch external AMOLED display and a folding 8.03-inch LTPO3 AMOLED E5 display. It also brings two ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanners. Under the hood, it packs the Qualcomm Snapdragon Gen 1 and a 4,600mAh battery that supports 66W wired charging and 50W wireless charging.

Besides that, the camera setup is something that you should look out for. It comes with a Samsung GN5 sensor in the 50MP primary camera, a 12MP zoom camera, a 5x periscope zoom camera (with 60x digital zoom), and a 48MP 114-degree ultrawide lens. They also have the Zeiss modes for better image tuning. The device is now exclusive to China and available in Black, Blue, and Grey for a price starting at CNY 8,999 (~RM5,963).

Meanwhile, the X Note is still an attractive device despite lacking a folding screen. It has a 7-inch 2K AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate support. There's also the same Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip, but it comes with a larger battery at 5,000mAh with 80W wired and 50W wireless charging. For photography, the camera setup offers a 50MP primary camera, a 48MP ultrawide camera, a 12MP portrait camera, and an 8MP periscope camera. The device's price will start from CNY 5,999 (~RM3,976).

Do you wish that these new vivo devices will come to Malaysia too? Leave a comment to let us know, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone launches.


vivo X Fold+ release: 8-inch LTPO foldable display, SD 8+ Gen 1 and 4730mAh battery from ~RM6443

After being in the rumour mills for a while now, vivo has finally released the vivo X Fold+, its latest flagship foldable device. Featuring an 8-inch foldable display with a 4:3.55 aspect ratio, the X Fold+’s display comes with an Ultra Thin Glass (UTG) and is a 1-120Hz LTPO panel.

According to vivo's official Chinese website, the exterior cover display is a 6.53-inch panel with a tall 21:9 aspect ratio. Interestingly, vivo equipped both panels with ultrasonic fingerprint scanners.

Powering up the foldable is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC paired with 12GB of RAM. The X Fold+ comes in two storage options, which are 256GB and 512GB.

Compared to the original X Fold, vivo equipped the X Fold+ with a slightly bigger battery, whereby the former sports a 4600mAh battery and the latter a 4730mAh battery. Besides that, the charging speed has also been increased from 66W to 80W.

vivo claims that you can fully charge the device from zero in just 35 minutes and up to 70 per cent in 18 minutes. There’s also support for 50W wireless charging.

Another improvement vivo has made on this foldable is its hinge, whereby it can now stay open at several angles. vivo said that it has optimised the hinge for multimedia and video calls, whereby the speakers have been optimised to make sure speech comes out loud and clear.

In terms of imaging, the X Fold+ sports a 50MP main + 48MP ultra-wide + 12MP telephoto + 8MP periscope quad-camera setup. As for the selfie camera, it’s a 16MP shooter.

The foldable is covered in faux leather and comes in three colour options, black, blue and Huaxia Red. It is now available for pre-order in China with the base 12/256GB variant priced at CNY9999 or ~RM6443 and the 12/512GB configuration at CNY10999 or ~RM7087.

As of the time of writing, vivo has yet to reveal the availability of the X Fold+ outside of China. So, what do you guys think of the device? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news such as this!


Apple officially shuts down popular iOS weather app ‘Dark Sky’

Popular iOS weather app Dark Sky has officially shut down, with it no longer functioning for existing users beginning New Year’s Day. The app was previously removed from the Apple App Store in September last year after being acquired by Apple back in March 2020.

As reported by MacRumors, Apple has incorporated various of Dark Sky’s features into its native Weather app on iOS, iPadOS and MacOS. The tech giant had also shared via a support document how Dark Sky users can use the Weather app as a replacement.

To use Dark Sky features in the Weather app, users must update to iOS 16, iPadOS 16, or macOS Ventura. However, do note that some of the features are currently only available in select countries.

Among the new features now available on the Weather app is “hyperlocal” forecasts, which include hourly forecasts for the next 10 days, high-resolution radar maps, next-hour precipitation and severe weather notifications. The last remnant of Dark Sky would be its third-party API for weather apps, which Apple will officially remove on 31 March 2023. It will be replaced by Apple’s own WeatherKit API.

So, what do you guys think of Apple’s acquisition of Dark Sky and subsequent implementation of its features into the Weather app? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest trending tech news!


vivo X Fold’s schematics leak reveals a quad-camera setup at its rear

After sharing a first look at the vivo X Fold and its specs last week, reliable tipster Digital Chat Station has done one better today by leaking alleged schematics of vivo's first foldable phone. True to the leakster’s previous claims, the schematics shows that the phone will feature a quad-camera setup.

A further look at the alleged X Fold’s schematics also reveals a punch-hole camera on the cover screen of the foldable. Furthermore, it is also consistent with Digital Chat Station’s previous claim that the X Fold will adopt the same form factor of the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold, Huawei Mate X2 and Oppo Find N.

The schematics, which was shared on Chinese social media platform Weibo, also pretty much confirms that the device will fold horizontally. Therefore, just like the devices mentioned above, the X Fold will have a tall narrow external display as the ‘cover display’ and a main screen that will be tucked inside when closed.

Digital Chat Station previously claimed that the X Fold will come with a QHD+ display that supports a 120Hz refresh rate. Moreover, it will be powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset and a 4600mAh battery that supports up to 50W wireless charging.

As for cameras, the X Fold is poised to feature a quad camera setup at its rear that includes a 50MP primary camera, a 48MP ultrawide camera, a 12MP telephoto camera with 2x optical zoom, and an 8MP periscope telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom. It will also allegedly sport ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanners under both of its displays.

So, are you excited for the eventual reveal of the X Fold by vivo? Share your thoughts with us on ourFacebook page and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest tech news such as this!


vivo X Fold tech specs revealed on shop standee

In most countries, you rarely see promo materials officially appearing before a product launch. But that's often not the case in China, where you'll see standees or posters for unreleased devices in shops. This time, sources were quick to spot one for the upcoming vivo X Fold.

The vivo X Fold is probably going to launch in China soon, as marketing materials have been found in stores. It's revealed that the phone would have a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset. In terms of cameras, it would have a 50MP main camera with optical image stabilisation (OIS), a 48MP ultrawide camera, and a periscope camera with 60x zoom and OIS. Lastly, the phone would have a 4600mAh battery and supports 66W fast charging.

On top of that, there will be an 8-inch LTPO 3.0 display with 2K+ resolution. Also, there will be a 6.53-inch FHD+ secondary display cover. Both displays are expected to have a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. Besides the basic specs, the standee also revealed some other details about the hinges. The most relevant detail would be how they can last up to 300,000 folds and unfolds.

The only major detail unrevealed would be the price, but we can expect to see that very soon. With that said, what do you think of this so far? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about it.


vivo X Note certified online, features Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset and more

It looks like vivo could have something exciting to show off at the upcoming Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2022. Sources have found that a new vivo device was certified by China's 3C. Some of its tech specs have also been leaked, so let's take a look.

According to WHYLAB, a vivo V2170A was certified in China. The device's name is the vivo X Note, and it's the vivo NEX 3 successor that's been rumoured in recent weeks. The phone is supposed to come with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset. It will also come with a large 7-inch 2K OLED (Samsung E5) display with a 120Hz refresh rate, a quad-camera (50MP+48MP+12MP+8MP) at the back, and a 5000mAh battery.

Another source claimed that the vivo X Note measures around 168x76.5x9.2, making it slightly larger than the vivo NEX 3. Based on fan renders, its display should also have curved sides, curved display. Combined with the larger size and a larger display isn't all that surprising. Besides that, the only other feature mentioned was the 80W fast charging.

Since MWC 2022 is just around the corner, we can expect more details for this phone to appear soon. With that said, what else do you hope to see from this new model? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about it.


vivo X Note discovered online with an SD 8 Gen 1, 12GB + 512GB and more

Over the past few weeks, we have been reporting about the vivo X Fold rumoured news here and there. While an alleged foldable vivo device was spotted in public, the vivo X Note also got discovered and it was posted on a Chinese vivo mall website.

According to sources, the Chinese page shows that the vivo X Note is featuring a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset and has two memory variants - a 12GB + 256GB and 12GB + 512GB. Besides that, the device is packing some serious power such as a 7-inch 2K E5 display with a 3D ultrasonic wide-area fingerprint.

Moreover, it also has a 5000mAh battery that supports an 80W fast charging technology. The camera setup is unknown but it's consistent with the alleged vivo X Fold design, taking over the top rear part with a circular ring design and a quad rear camera setup on the left side.

We think the vivo X Fold and X Note could be revealed pretty soon this year thanks to the number of leaks online. However, vivo may not likely export these devices globally since the NEX series never really saw the light in Malaysia. The NEX series is also confirmed to be discontinued and will be replaced by the X series.

What do you think of the design? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


vivo X Note’s design confirmed, now available for pre-order in China ahead of its release on 11 April

vivo has confirmed that the successor to its X70 Pro Plus, the vivo X Note will be launched in China this 11 April 2022. As we’ve reported previously, the launch event will also feature the company’s first foldable the X Fold as well as the vivo Pad.

As for the X Note, vivo today released official renders of its flagship smartphone for the first time. The images reveal the device’s design as well as the available colour options.

Based on the images, the X Note will come in either a grey, light blue or black option, though the official naming scheme for the colours was not revealed. There are also rumours about vivo potentially adding an orange colour for the device in the future.

One of the most intriguing features of the device has got to be its rear quadruple camera-setup. Based on the images, the four cameras are housed inside a circular enclosure on the top right of the X Note’s rear.

Moreover, the circular camera enclosures is part of a blacked-out visor-like patch at the device’s rear, which looks pretty sleek in my opinion. Upon closer inspection, a Zeiss logo can also be seen at its rear, which is not surprising, given the collaboration between the two companies since vivo launched the X60.

Ahead of its launch this 11 April, vivo has already made the X Note available for pre-order in China through JD and Tmall. However, vivo hasn’t actually released the official specs for the device yet.

Well, we’re pretty sure that the X Note would be a high-end quality device if our previous report on its alleged spec list turned out to be true. Only one way to find out then, which is to wait until its launch this 11 April.

What do you guys think of the X Note? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and follow us on Facebook as well as Twitter to keep up to date on the latest tech news such as this!


vivo X20 FIFA special edition smartphone unveiled for next year's FIFA World Cup 2018

As we draw closer to 2018, football fans are eagerly waiting for the FIFA World Cup 2018 that will be held in Russia. And if you are paying attention, vivo is the official mobile phone sponsor for the prestigious event and it was only recently that Deng Li, vivo brand director presented a vivo X20 FIFA special edition smartphone to the FIFA Secretary General Fatima Samura. This marks first formal handover of a FIFA World Cup official mobile phone to a FIFA Committee.

vivo brand director, Deng Li (left) and FIFA Secretary General, Fatima Samura (right)

At this special occasion, Deng Li hopes that vivo will explore the overseas markets and grow into a world-recognized brand so that more young users can understand China's smart products and enjoy its science and technology. On a side note, the X20 was only released in September this year, and the flagship has already made its way to Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore and now Russia this month.

In the tech-specs corner, the X20 features a 4GB + 64GB memory capacity (expandable memory available up to 256GB), a large 6.01-inch Super AMOLED touchscreen in 1080p, a dual 12 MP + 5MP rear camera setup, a 3250 mAh battery and more. No news on whether it will come to Malaysia, but we will see.

Stay tuned for more vivo news at TechNave.com.


vivo X21 Dual Pixel Image Sensor explained in a nutshell

Launching soon in June 2018, vivo Malaysia continues to hype up the upcoming X21 mobile phone's technology features inside. We have already talked about how the in-display mechanic works and a little bit about the Dual Pixel sensor for the dual rear 12MP + 12MP camera, and how it actually converts into 24MP each digitally.

vivo is not the first smartphone brand manufacturer to do this, of course, neither will they be the last. Using two actual 24MP sensors on the back will prove difficult for the processor, RAM power, camera software. algorithm and other factors to work together seamlessly. So this is where Dual Pixel comes in, by taking in twice the number of light-capturing photodiodes, the sensor will then help and double up the 12MP resolution into 24 million photographic units due to the larger photographic area of each pixel.

Before and after using Dual Pixel, it seems to suggest that it can be toggled

On top of that, the secondary 5MP camera does not benefit from the Dual Pixel technology, as its job is to assist and create a high-resolution photo and of course, creating the bokeh effect or also known as depth of field should the user enables it. Another fun fact about the Dual Pixel is that not only it works for the primary camera on the back, but the front as well which is great and a win for selfie lovers.

Just a few more days to go until the vivo X21 reveals itself, so expect more X21 contents and stay tuned for more vivo news at TechNave.com.


vivo X21 UD going international, price could start from ~RM2357 for Malaysia

From the sources of the Internet, words have it that the vivo X21 UD will be exported out of China and making its way to international market. vivo Malaysia has already teased us about this so it's likely that Malaysia will be getting this. There's no exact date of its arrival, but it will land in Singapore first on 5 May 2018 with a recommended retail price of $799 SGD, that's around ~RM2357 from direct conversion.

That being said, the $799 SGD is for the 6GB + 128GB model (with an expandable memory up to 256GB) and we can't say the same if Malaysia will also get the same treatment, but maybe that's a good thing because if we get the 64GB variant, then it should probably cost lesser. Although the device is not a flagship tier, it has the world's first in-display fingerprint sensor on the display without a home button at all.

Other than that, it has an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 chipset, a 6.28-inch Super AMOLED display (19:9 screen-to-body aspect ratio), a 12MP (f/1.8) + 5MP (f/2.4) dual rear camera and a single 12MP (f/2.0) selfie camera. That's all we know for now, so stay tuned for more vivo news at TechNave.com.


vivo X21 camera capabilities - AI Face Beauty, AI HDR, AI Face Unlock and more

So we have already talked about the vivo X21 Dual Pixel sensors (which you can read about it here), what else is there to say about its camera capabilities? Well, vivo Malaysia wants you to know that the device has a lot of AI-powered features such as the AI Face Beauty, AI HDR, AI Face Unlock and a P3 Gamut which means it's capable of producing quite colourful and vivid photos.

Comparing with other smartphones, the company said that the technology increases the colour richness by 120% and that's higher than some SRGB colour gamut used in high-end devices. Moreover, the AI HDR is back once again making its appearance on the upcoming in-display phone, providing users with good colour display despite having a strong backlight which we talk about from the vivo V9. To combining this technology with the P3 colour gamut and a large aperture, nothing is too overexposed or dark for the X21.

Speaking of the camera system, the AI Face Beauty is back as well. Similarly to the AI HDR, the AI Face Beauty is capable of getting rid of the backlight and retains the subject's facial feature naturally, beautifully and bright. This also applies to the AI Face Access that uses an intelligent algorithm to scan your 3D facial features with an infrared light to allow for night-time access.

By the way, the V9 is currently selling at RM1320 in pearl black, gold, velvet red and sapphire blue (limited edition, while stock last) at all vivo Concept Stores and other dealers across Malaysia. It's a good price to pass by.


vivo X21 is coming to Malaysia on 5 June 2018

Today, vivo Malaysia has announced that the long-awaited and much teased in-display fingerprint scanning technology phone, the X21 will officially launch in Malaysia on 5 June 2018. No price nor open sale time was mentioned but they will definitely be announced on the launching day, so please be patient.

Designed to impress, the X21 has an aspect ratio of 19:9 and has two biometric security features which are the world's first in-display fingerprint scanner as we mentioned and of course, there's the Face Access technology. We have written some features about the phone before, such as the outlook design, how the in-display fingerprint scanner works and the dual-pixel image sensor explained in a nutshell, so if you wanna know more about the stuff you can read more about it on the links given.

Meanwhile, we are gonna have a recap of the tech-specs so here it goes:

Stay tuned for the official vivo X21 news as we will be covering it at TechNave.com.


Apple officially unveils the new Macbook 2015 with a 13.1mm thin body

Apple recently unveiled the brand new Apple Macbook 2015 featuring the latest Intel Core M processors, which helps it reduce its size as well as weight. Apple has strived to make it extremely light and thin and the result is just outstanding. The new Macbook 2015 features a 13.1mm thin body which is more than 4mm thinner than the Macbook Air 11. Its super light too and weighs just about 900 grams. The company has slightly increased the screen size to 12-inches with 2304 x 1440 pixel resolution. It will have a new backlit keyboard with a "Butterfly Mechanism" which Apple claims delivers a precise typing experience. There's a new Force Touch touchpad too. Thanks to the compact Core M series processors, the company managed to utilize the additional space in the chassis for new batteries. The Macbook 2015 is capable of providing up to 9 hours of browsing and 10 hours of iTunes movie time. It will feature just one I/O port, the super-fast USB-C which can act as the USB, VGA, DisplayPort, HDMI and Power ports with the right adapters. The new laptop is already listed (but not available) on the Apple Malaysia website. The 1.1GHz Core M dual-core processor with 8GB RAM and 256GB flash storage model will retail for RM4499 and the 1.2GHz Core M dual-core processor with 500GB flash storage model will retail for RM5499. The Macbook 2015 will go on sale from 10 April 2015 in Silver, Space Gray and Gold colors.


vivo X21 is now part of vivo Malaysia's Double 11 Mega Sales

11 November 2018 is just around the corner and vivo Malaysia will be putting up a lot of exclusive discounts and promotions on their online stores. Dubbed as the Double 11 Mega Sales, it will be held simultaneously on Lazada Malaysia (and LMall), Shopee, 11street, and of course, its own official vivo e-store where you can get exclusive vouchers.

According to the company, the vouchers include a RM25 discount when you spend a minimum of RM500, a RM40 discount with a minimum spending of RM700 and finally a RM70 discount from spending at least RM1000. In our previous news, the three devices - the vivo Y65, Y71 and the V7+ are always the ones that are eligible for the voucher but there is a new addition for the upcoming mega sale, and that's the X21 smartphone. The X21 is an upper mid-range smartphone that features an in-display fingerprint sensor, a 6.28-inch Super AMOLED display, a Snapdragon 660 chipset and more for RM2299 (RRP).

Unfortunately, the latest selfie smartphone duo - the vivo V11 and V11i aren't part of the voucher promo. Both are selling at RM1699 and RM1299 respectively and we also reviewed the V11 which was not bad, you can check out our review here and so as the X21 review. Stay tuned for more vivo news at TechNave.com.


vivo X21 may come in June and here's an outlook design comparison with the V9

The vivo V9 has been in the Malaysia market for quite some time now, but vivo Malaysia is not done just yet. As some of you already know, the company will be bringing the X21 device here and it will be Malaysia's first true in-display fingerprint flagship. But is there any difference from the v9?

There's no doubt that both mobile phones look identical to each other thanks to the full-screen design with narrow bezels. With a screen-to-body 19:9 aspect ratio, the X21's front Super AMOLED display covers up 90.3%, measly beating out the V9 just by 0.3% only. For the frame measurement, the X21 has a 1.66mm ultra-narrow frame, as opposed to the V9's 1.75mm frame. In addition, while both of them have a vertical dual rear camera setup and single flash, the X21's back is a lot tidier since there's no fingerprint sensor, as it's located in the front as an in-display fingerprint sensor.

For the tech-specs corner, the X21 has a stronger set of them as it features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660, 6GB of RAM, either a 64GB or 128GB of internal storage set, a dual rear 24MP (2 x 12 million pixels using Dual Pixel technology) + 5MP camera setup and a front 24MP (2 x 12 million pixels using Dual Pixel technology) front camera. Despite that, its tech-spec range is not that far off with the V9, using a Snapdragon 626 processor, 4GB + 64GB memory capacity, a dual rear 16MP + 5MP camera setup and the same front camera sensor. Effectively landing them both in the mid-range category.

While there's no official statement of when the X21 phone will come into Malaysia, rumours have it that the device may come in June 2018. Until then, stay tuned for more vivo news at TechNave.com.


vivo X21 now on new Digi 190 Postpaid plan for just RM1 only

In conjunction with Digi's Rah Rah Internet campaign today, the vivo X21 is also included with it today and that's right, you can actually get it for just RM1 only but provided that you sign up for the Digi Postpaid 190 package plan. For a device that's RM2299 in the market, this is a pretty affordable solution for those who prefer a contract based payment.

Bundle with In-Display Fingerprint Scanning Technology and a 12MP dual pixel sensor rear camera (that boost to 24 million photographic units), **all prices quoted below are for 24 months device contract. Device advance payment will be rebated back over 12 months and all prices quoted are inclusive of 0% GST. While stocks last. Below is the table plan for your reference:

*T&C Apply: Applicable only upon sign-up on Digi Postpaid 80 with GBoost add-on.

If this is what you're looking for, you may visit any Digi Stores nearby you to sign up the new Digi Postpaid plan. Stay tuned for more vivo news at TechNave.com.


vivo X21 revealed with A.I. capabilities, might actually come to Malaysia starting from less than ~RM1800

Out of nowhere, vivo has released a brand new smartphone called the X21 and it's modelled after the recent X20 Plus UD. There's also another variant called the X21 Screen Fingerprint or 128GB model and without further ado, let's check out the official tech-specs.

Perhaps one of the interesting features on the phone is an A.I. assistant called Jovi, although there's not much information about it, but Jovi should function like a typical A.I. just like Siri and Bixby. Aside from that, vivo has its own "Rubiks Cube" technology which is used for the camera feature, we are guessing it will assist in the facial recognition for the selfie and digitally creating bokeh effects. The difference between the 64GB and 128GB is the fingerprint sensor, the former uses a traditional fingerprint sensor behind, while the latter has an integrated under-display fingerprint sensor just like the X20 UD.

Just in case you're confused about the 24MP camera for the back and front, it's actually 12MP but thanks to the Dual Pixel technology inside, the photosensitive cells are doubled so hence, this makes more sense on why there's only one front camera but with 2 x 12 million pixels labelled on the official wesite.

On top of that, according to an anonymous source, the X21 might actually come to Malaysia sometime in the future in Aurora White, Drill Black and Ruby Red. When will it come? We don't really know, but the X21 will launch in China first on 24 March 2018. For a price comparison, the cheapest model 6GB + 64GB is 2898 Yuan which is around ~RM1794.

Would you like this phone to come into Malaysia? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more vivo news at TechNave.com.


vivo X21 review - A premium priced mid-range phone with many of the latest flagship feature innovations

Rewind back to a year ago, vivo first showcased their in-display fingerprint technology and got everyone thinking how it could potentially change the smartphone industry. Now we are finally here with the vivo X21, vivo's first commercial in-display fingerprint sensor enabled smartphone for RM2299. Obviously, that's quite a high price to pay considering some of the mid-range tech-specs it comes with. But after using the phone for quite some time, I think it may be justified for the right user. Read more below to find out why we think so.

With the on-going trend of having a notch on top, vivo is still proud of the fact that the 19:9 screen-to-body aspect ratio on the X21 covers up to 90.3% on the front display. Personally, if it wasn't for the notch, the X21 could have been a really beautiful phone combined with the 3D back glass. Nonetheless, it looks and feels like a flagship phone, seeing as how nice the curves from all sides seamlessly connect with the body frame.

vivo almost made it perfect if it wasn't for the top notch (IMHO)

Beautiful glass back body, but quite a fingerprint magnet though

The frame connects to both front and back nicely, only the power and volume button are on the right side

The SIM card tray joins the bottom with the microUSB port 2.0 and speaker grill

Only the 3.5mm headphone jack port on the top

To add on to that, the X21 is quite an ideal entertainment device. It's using a 6.28-inch Super AMOLED screen panel it's one of the best displays in the market for portraying satisfying colours. With that in mind, the Always On Display does not sip away the battery life at all while the widescreen is really great for video playback, gaming, reading and surfing the internet.

Here are the specifications of the vivo X21:

Looking at the tech-specs above, most tech-fans have probably rolled their eyes over the Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 AIE processor and microUSB port. It's not that the processor is bad or something, but rather that the RM2299 price tag is too expensive for that and understandably so. However, the rest of the tech-specs and features really make up for it. The 6GB RAM and  plenty of storage space and battery power also sweeten the deal.

The in-display fingerprint sensor is easily one of the best things about the phone. This thing actually works and unlocks just fine, with the additional awesome sci-fi-like fingerprint animation which doesn't affect the overall visual experience. Admittedly, the in-display fingerprint sensor does not unlock as fast as most current physical fingerprint scanners, but it can get quite addictive to unlock the phone for no reason just to see the unlocking animation.

Since the in-display fingerprint sensor is always ready on the Always On Display, this also encourages users to keep using it instead of trying out the AI Face Access. Don't get me wrong, there's nothing wrong with the face unlock feature, it can unlock the phone in just 0.1 seconds and even has an infrared light to recognize your face in complete darkness (for real), just that it doesn't work on the Always On Display. So you'll have to make a choice between the two.

vivo Malaysia has also been marketing about the Dual Pixel technology too. During the launch, you might have come across the weird "2 x 12 million pixels using Dual Pixel technology" description on the specs sheet. Keep in mind that it does not mean that the 12MP magically becomes 24MP with the Dual Pixel technology, what this means is that the light is captured by the photodiode and converts it into 24 million photographic units. In other words, this makes low-light photos look brighter than usual thanks to the larger photographic area of each pixel. Obviously, vivo isn't the first one to do this nor will they be the last. But it's a darn good feature to have for enthusiastic photographers.

The AI HDR is also a welcome addition. I mean, sure... almost every smartphone has HDR these days so what's special about that? Well, take it as an upgrade from your normal HDR which not only tries to eliminate the strong backlight, but it's also able to maintain your face brightly instead of being overshadowed. In fact, the X21's AI HDR performs better than most current smartphones. We will let the photo samples do the talking later on.

Camera UI, you can see the 24M on the setting, that's the Dual Pixel activation

Game Mode that stops incoming calls and messaging when gaming. Nice

Just in case you're looking for the notch disabler, it's called Third-party app display ratio

There's DeepField Audio Effect, didn't really use much of that

Moving on to the performance section, the X21 does its job fairly well. Since it's using a Snapdragon 660 processor, it recommended to play PUBG Mobile on medium settings only but at least you can play both Arena of Valor and Asphalt 8: Airborne on high settings by default. On top of that, it's able to record "Moments of Valor" in AoV (surprisingly some other Android flagships can't do it for some reason). Other benchmarks are as expected but some like AnTuTu are a bit underwhelming as it matches with performance from Snapdragon 636 processor powered devices.

If you use it as a hotspot device, the battery power goes down rather quickly so you might want to have an extra power bank with you. Otherwise, it's able to last a day or two depending on how you use it for gaming, YouTubing and other social stuff you do. The recharging speed, on the other hand, is insane as it can be fully charged in just one and a half hours, easy peasy.

AnTuTu score, not bad, but could have been better

Other than that, connectivity seems to work quite well but sometimes the GPS navigation would get lost under a rooftop (not even talking about underground yet). HiFi audio performance is alright I guess (you can play around with the settings) but the music player needs to be fixed because there's a problem of it repeating the same songs even though it's on shuffle mode. It appears you can record video up to 4K but as always, get a tripod or gimbal for the best recording footage.

Onward to the camera performance, the X21 is also a camera beast thanks to the Dual Pixel and AI HDR technologies, along with the big apertures of f/1.8 for the main 12MP sensor and f/2.0 at the front. Even without the Dual Pixel mode on, it's still capable of taking of great photos, except maybe for the selfie part if we compare this with the V9 but it still performs well enough. Check out the picture samples below!

The Portrait Mode on the X21 "kuat hebat"

A bit overexposed from the sunlight there, but you can still see the people there clearly

Managed to capture this bird flying in mid-air (along with all the details and stone genitals we didn't actually want to see)!

Pro mode, it was almost perfect if it wasn't for the random stranger on the right

Evening time, it was supposed to be darker than this

The vivo X21 is a pretty good upper mid-range smartphone and I enjoyed using it. A beautiful and simple design, cool in-display fingerprint sensor, Dual Pixel and AI HDR technology for the camera, respectable specs and a swift battery recharge feature are all good flagship features you usually don't see on a midrange device, making it great for people looking for said features. But then again, the RM2299 price itself is just a bit high considering some of the serious competitors in that price range.

For instance, the OPPO R15 Pro (RM2399) also has similar tech-specs and powerful camera performance as well, especially its portrait mode and it has a slightly bigger battery. The Huawei P20 is a bit more expensive at RM2699 but most users probably won't mind paying a bit more for the AI camera (which takes amazing pictures btw). And finally, customers might actually go for the OnePlus 6 at RM2399 for its full featured flagship tier tech specs. None of these have that aforementioned in-display fingerprint sensor though.

Again, there's actually nothing wrong with the X21, perhaps it's due to the number of latest tech features that were mentioned earlier that caused the above RM2k price tag? But what do you think? Do you agree with our review? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more gadget reviews at TechNave.com.


vivo X21's price will drop to RM1599 at Shopee on 10 December 2018 and more

12.12 is coming upon us, that means several promotion sales are going to be unleashed and vivo Malaysia is no exception. In fact, starting now until 12 December 2018, customers can purchase selected vivo smartphones at Shopee Malaysia and there are some amazing prices coming soon starting from RM399.

Moreover, you will be able to grab three different vouchers there. If you follow vivo Malaysia's page at Shopee, you can get a RM10 voucher which is eligible for a minimum spending of RM100. If you want higher, you can also use the promo code VIVO2512 to get the RM25 voucher (only for a minimum spending of RM500) and finally, the other promo code VIVO5012 gives a RM50 voucher which is only for a minimum spending of RM1000.

On top of that, some selected vivo smartphones will be on a shocking sale deal on a different date. You can check out the timetable below:

Oh, but it doesn't stop there after you purchase a device. If you rate and review at Shopee after receiving it, you can also get free movie tickets and vivo Malaysia is also inviting everyone to unlock an achievement. If the vivo Malaysia page at Shopee reaches 30,000 followers, the Vshare cable will drop to RM1, followed by Vshare powerbank at RM11 with 35,000 followers and the final product, the RMY53 dropping to RM199 once the page reaches 40,000 followers.

To find out more about it, you can check out its official page at Shopee over here. Stay tuned for more vivo news at TechNave.com.


vivo X21 unboxing and hands-on video

So the vivo X21 has been revealed and released in Malaysia for RM2299. Expensive? Maybe. That's why we are going to do a review about it. The X21 is a mid-range tier device that houses a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 chipset, with 6GB of RAM and up to 128GB of internal storage (which is the one we have right now). The AMOLED display is 6.28-inch long and has a bunch of AI-powered stuff like AI Face Access, AI HDR, AI Portrait and of course, the Dual Pixel and in-display fingerprint sensor technology which they have been promoting about. Anyway, check out our unboxing and hands-on video below for our first impression!


vivo X27 is vivo's new smartphone and their pro version may come with a giant pop up camera

Vivo has been really into the pop up selfie camera trend. Another pop selfie camera smartphone is coming and it is the vivo X27 which looks eerily similar to the just released vivo v15 Pro.

The device has been speculated to come in 3 variants, with one of them having the “Pro” suffix attached to it. According to TENAA listings, the base model of the device may feature a huge 6.39 inch Super AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution. It may come with tech specs such as the Snapdragon 675 AIE chipset, 8GB RAM, 128GB/256GB of internal storage and 18W fast charging.

Honestly, I can't tell between the X27 and the V15 Pro

The second variant of the vivo X27 comes with a better chipset which is the Snapdragon 710 AIE processor. The RAM remains the same for this variant but its internal storage may be larger with 256GB on this one. Another difference on this variant of the device might be the charging option as this one may feature the 22.5 rapid charging.

On the back of these two devices may be a triple rear camera setup with 48MP + 13MP + 5MP (depth) sensors. Unlike the vivo V15 Pro, the selfie camera may only have a 16MP sensor. Besides that, these phones may have a 4000mAh battery capacity.

Look at that giant pop up camera in the leaked poster!

The vivo X27 Pro however, differentiates itself from the other two with some interesting tech specs and features. The screen may be larger at a whopping 6.7 inches. Another thing that’s larger as well may be the pop that looks easily 3 times larger than the average pop up cameras on the base models. The sides of the pop camera also look to be sandwiched between two pieces of glass and is placed on the top center of the device.

Other than that, the Pro version of the device may be powered by the Snapdragon 710 chipset like the second variant of the device with 8GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage. However, the selfie camera may be 32MP housed in the giant pop up mechanism with a LED flash. The vivo X27 Pro also swaps out the 5MP depth camera on the back for a “night vision camera”. It also supports 22.5W fast charging and may also come with NFC. All three of the device may just come with a UD fingerprint scanner due to the absence of the mounted fingerprint scanner on the back.

So far, there is no Malaysia pricing out yet but the prices of the devices have been leaked. The 128GB version of the vivo X27 may be priced at 3198 Yuan (~RM1945), the 256GB with Snapdragon 710 at 3598 Yuan (~RM2188) and the Pro version at 3998 Yuan (~RM2431). Malaysia release dates aren’t out either but it is speculated that the device may start selling on the 23rd of March for the X27 with the Snapdragon 675, March 30 for the X27 with the Snapdragon 710 and April 12 for the Pro version.

Honestly, the Pro version of this device looks so strange to me with the huge pop up selfie camera but I do suppose that it enhances your selfies due to the LED flash housed in it. The Pro device may come in a different colour so there is that other plus about purchasing that one. This article is just a rumour so make sure to inhale this with some salt. Do you think this device may come to Malaysia? For the latest vivo news, check out TechNave.com!


vivo X27 series unveiled with up to 6.7-inch display, 4000mAh battery from ~RM1940

So apparently in Mainland China, vivo has just launched its latest X27 series - the X27 and X27 Pro. It's not known if vivo plans to bring this into Malaysia but anyway, here's what we know about the newest mid-range smartphone with a pretty big pop-up front camera.

Well, only the X27 Pro will have the big pop-up camera, housing a 32MP sensor with a LED flashlight, while the X27 will have a single pop-up camera at a 16MP sensor. Besides that, both have the same triple rear camera of a 48MP primary sensor + 13MP wide-angle lens and a 5MP depth sensor camera. Speaking of cameras, there are some features in there too such as 2.5cm super macro shot, super backlight mode, super night scene mode, and others. Other differences include memory capacity, screen panel size and processor model. Below is the full tech spec list:

For the price tag, the X27 (SD 675) starts from 3198 Yuan (~RM1940), while the X27 (SD 710) is 3598 Yuan (~RM2183). Finally, the X27 Pro is 3998 Yuan (~RM2426) and will only begin to sale in April 2019. We will be keeping an eye on this so stay tuned for more vivo news at TechNave.com.


vivo X30 series release: 60x Zoom and 5G capabilities starting from price of ~RM1956

Just recently, vivo has officially launched the vivo X30 series in China starting from the price of RMB3298(~RM1956), and it comes equipped with the Exynos 980 5G chipset which was manufactured alongside Samsung. But that’s not all, the smartphone also comes equipped with zooming capabilities of up to 60 times as well.

Furthermore, both the Pro and the non-Pro variant features the FuntouchOS which comes with various technologies in order to improve the performance of the device. In addition to that, the new operating system also comes with new swiping animations, new wallpapers, and more as well.

In terms of the tech specs, the vivo X30 comes equipped with the aforementioned chipset mentioned above, 8GB of RAM, up to 256GB of internal storage, 6.44-inch display as well as a 4350mAh non-removable battery which supports the 33V vivo FlashCharge technology. In terms of the camera spec, the X30 series comes equipped with a 64MP + 32MP + 8MP + 13MP periscope camera at the back while the front houses a 32MP front-facing selfie camera.

With all that said, there is no official news on whether the aforementioned smartphone series in terms of the Malaysia release date as well as local pricing. Would you be interested in purchasing the X30 series as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple on purchasing Manchester United is fake news

A few hours ago, there was a report by The Daily Star saying that Apple may be purchasing Manchester United Football Club for around $7 billion. The news broke out shortly after Cristiano Ronaldo announced upon leaving the club soon, but the acquisition rumour turns out to be false.

According to a source that is familiar with the situation, Apple has no plans at all to acquire the popular football club. While it's true that the board of the club announced they are keen to "explore strategic alternatives", including the sale of the club, nothing is definite yet. Also, Manchester United is owned by the Glazer family as the majority since 2005.

On Apple's side, the company has been seen pushing sports content on its Apple TV+. Recently, Major League Baseball can now be watched live on a weekly basis, as well as Apple is the exclusive provider of Major League Soccer for the next 10 years starting in 2023.


vivo X30 series will be launching with 60x hybrid zoom and Samsung's Exynos 980 5G chipset!

Every smartphone company is trying to push its boundaries before the end of 2019 by releasing new smartphones including vivo. The company will be launching another new midrange smartphone X30 series on 16 December in China. This time, the all-new vivo X30 will come with a pro mode and eqquiped with Samsung’s Exynos 980 5G chipset.

According to the source, the Samsung Exynos 980 5G chipset supports dual SA and NSA 5G networks. The phone is expected to come in two colors, Coral Red and Marine Blue. Also, it may come with a 32MP punch-hole selfie camera, an AMOLED display panel, and an in-display fingerprint scanner.

On the back, it sports a quad-camera setup that will house a periscope lens separately for the zoom which will have up to 60x hybrid zoom. As for the battery, it may have a huge 4350mAh battery capacity. Besides, vivo is expected to launch two new phones and the new JoviOS in the coming event.

Either way, there’s still no official information on the tech specs of the phone, so do take this with a pinch of salt. But are you excited to get one on hand? Let us know at our Facebook page and stay tuned for more news updates on TechNave.com!


vivo X50 Pro+ appears in the latest leak, flagship-class specs revealed

In our experience, brands love to start revealing details of new smartphones bit by bit. Take vivo, for example, which has been slowly revealing details of its upcoming X50 series in recent weeks. Earlier today, a new leak has revealed the existence of the X50 Pro+.

A leak on Twitter revealed that there will be three models in the vivo X50 series: The X50, X50 Pro, and X50 Pro+. From the leaked image, we can see the specs for all three new models. As you can see, the X50 Pro+ has a flagship Snapdragon 865 chipset, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of internal storage. Its display also has a refresh rate of up to 120Hz.

In terms of features, the cameras for the X50 Pro and X50 Pro+ are largely the same. However, the latter's main camera is a 50MP Samsung ISOCELL sensor instead of 48MP. The spec also confirms that it has a superior 44W fast-charge support and leather material for the back of the phone. Additionally, there are some clues on the prices for the phone; the X50 Pro is expected to retail for more than 4000 yuan (~RM2437).

vivo is scheduled to launch the X50 series on 1 June 2020, so we'll probably see more leaks appearing right up to the actual launch. Having said that, what's your impression of the specs for the vivo X50 Pro+ based on the leak here? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates.


vivo X50's new teaser video shows off the camera lens with gimbal-like stabilisation

The rumour about the vivo X50 that showed up yesterday has revealed the device will be having a quad-camera setup with optical image stabilisation, and is going to be launched on 1 June. Today, a teaser video and a leaked image have come out showing the look of the device, revealing a large camera sensor with a gimbal-like design for stabilization.

In the teaser video, the vivo X50 is placed beside a slim book to show off how thin is the device. The product manager of vivo has also confirmed that the device will be 7.4 mm in thickness and weighs just 170 grams. Other than that, the video has shown us another very interesting stuff as well which is the moving lens in the quad-camera setup. We believe that it might be an awesome technology because it appeared not once, but twice in the video. There is also a rumour suggesting the device will feature Samsung's new DSLR-like camera sensor.

Besides those that we can see in the video, there's currently not much information on the devices yet. There is also a teaser image that appeared on Weibo which reveals two colours of the device including a green one and a purple-ish variant, but the product manager said that it is fake. Now, we could only wait until 1 June for the big reveal that is going to happen in China.

Let us know what you think about the vivo X50 on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest smartphone rumours.


vivo X50 series Malaysia release: Gimbal Camera System, 33W fast-charging & more starting from RM2399

So as previously announced, the vivo Malaysia have officially launched the new vivo X50 and X50 Pro in Malaysia today. The price for each phone was also accurate which are RM2399 and RM3199 respectively but that wasn't the only announcement, as they also gave us the details on the pre-order bundled gifts.

Similar to the pre-order bundle gift on their online store in Lazada, the gift includes a  complimentary 1-year extended warranty, 1-year screen crack protection, an Air Purifier, and a Logitech X50 which is worth RM697 altogether. You can also purchase the devices on Senheng and senQ with the similar bundled gift, as well as with Celcom, Maxis, and Digi.

In terms of tech specs, the X50 series is a mid-range tier smartphone featuring a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G chipset. You can also find the new "Gimbal Camera System" on the X50 Pro which is said to help capture stable images and videos while moving around. Another attractive feature is the Starry Sky Mode that can take astronomical shots at night, that sounds awesome on paper and we hope to test it out soon. Below is the complete tech specs list:

Lastly, vivo Malaysia also announced a new pair of TWS Earphone Neo at RM359. These earphones sport an AI Noise Cancelling feature for users to have a clearer phone call, as well as Bluetooth 5.2. Available in Starry Blue and Moonlight White, you can purchase these online on Lazada, Shopee, the vivo Store (online and offline), and authorized dealers.

So what do you think of the vivo X50 series and their new TWS Earphone Neo? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending gadget news at TechNave.com.


vivo X50 series prices in Malaysia confirmed, starts from RM2399

As you are well aware, Malaysia has been in a state of restriction for the past months. Live events were not allowed for the most parts, but restrictions are slowly been lifted and vivo Malaysia has launched its latest smartphone series during a local media launch. The vivo X50 series was officially launched a few days ago and now the prices have finally been announced.

Yup, vivo Malaysia launched the phone a few days ago but decided to withhold on the pricing. However, thanks to a Facebook post by local retailer DirectD, it has been confirmed that the vivo X50 will be available for RM2399 while the vivo X50 Pro is priced at RM3199. DirectD has also announced that those who pre-order the vivo X50 or X50 Pro will get 10 freebies worth RM799 to go with their brand-new phone.

As a reminder, the vivo X50 series are mid-range devices powered by the Snapdragon 765 5G chipset and mostly the same specs. What sets the vivo X50 Pro apart from the standard variant is the Gimbal Camera System, which will allow users to capture incredibly stable photos and videos with ease.

If you're planning to buy vivo X50 series phone, you can check out DirectD's website and official stores. With that said, what do you think about vivo's latest phone? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


vivo X50 series to have quad-camera setup and image stabilisation

As you may know, smartphone brands tend to release teasers or 'leaks' in the lead up to their launches. Some of them are more fun than most and the latest one from vivo is definitely on the fun side. The company is prepping for the launch of its X50 series and has released a fun video teaser that hints at a great camera feature.

So what's interesting about the teaser? The video shows a quad-camera module that may have optical image stabilisation. Specifically, the main camera lens is the one that will have it. Additionally, the main camera is quite large and suggests that vivo could be using a large image sensor for it. vivo did not mention which variant in the X50 series will feature the image stabilisation, but we think it will be the Pro model.

While unconfirmed, there are also rumours that say the standard vivo X50 will have a 5G chipset and that the X50 Pro will have an AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate. Aside from those, there's not much else we know about the phone. But since vivo is going to launch the X50 series on 1 June 2020, we can expect more details to be unveiled in the next 2 weeks.

Going back to the teaser video, we do think that the camera module looks different from the norm and the large main camera could be a powerhouse. But what do you think about it? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for further updates.


vivo X50 series unveiled in Malaysia: Equipped with SD765G, Gimbal Camera System, to be released on 21 July 2020

Earlier today, vivo Malaysia hosted an exclusive media launch showcasing the vivo X50 series which includes the vivo X50, as well as the vivo X50 Pro, a few days before the official launch. While not much is known in regards to the pricing, we do know that the device will come equipped with the highly anticipated Gimbal Camera System.

In terms of the tech specs, the X50 Pro comes equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G chipset, 6.56-inch FHD+ 90Hz display, and a 4315mAh battery which supports for 33W fast charging. Camera-wise, the device has a 48MP + 8MP + 13MP + 8MP quad-camera setup in the rear, while the front has a 32MP selfie camera.

The X50, on the other hand, comes with largely the same tech specs other than a slightly smaller battery of 4200mAh as well as no Gimbal Camera System. As for the availability date, I guess we gotta wait until vivo reveals for information about the phone when it is unveiled on 21 July 2020.

With all that said, would you be interested in getting the vivo X50 series as soon as it is available for purchase here? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


vivo X50e 5G release: SD765G and 33W fast charging at ~RM2008

It seems that vivo has recently unveiled the vivo X50e 5G, which is currently available in Taiwan at the price of NT$13990 (~RM2008) for the 8GB RAM + 128GB ROM variant. Unfortunately, there is no official news on the Malaysia release date, so you might need to check back with us on that in the future.

In terms of the tech specs, the vivo X50e 5G comes equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G chipset, 8GB RAM, 128GB ROM, 6.44-inch AMOLED display, 4350mAh internal battery that supports 33W fast charging. As for the camera, it has a 48MP + 13MP + 8MP + 2MP rear while the front has a 32MP selfie camera.

With all that said, would you be interested in getting the vivo X50e 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.


vivo X5Max S appears at TENAA

The vivo X5Max S recently appeared at China's TENAA with a 5.5-inch display and large 4150 mAh battery. While it isn't the world's thinnest phablet it does measure in at a fairly thin 7.29mm. Other tech specs include a 1.7GHz processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage, up to 128GB microSD slot, a full HD display, dual SIM, 4G LTE connectivity, an 8MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera. Despite the rather midrange features there are no pricing details or Malaysia release dates but it is expected to come on 13 May 2015.


vivo X5Max review - Tall, thin and premium 5.5-inch FHD display phablet

The trend for thin metal-body smartphones continues as companies chase the coveted title of "World's thinnest smartphone". The title isn't just about making the device as thin as possible, as a balance must be met where these super-thin devices must be both strong and functional. The vivo X5Max once held this title with a 4.75mm thin body but the Malaysian version of the device only comes in at 5.08mm thin. While this is still very thin does this version manage to retain functional features and sturdy construction at the same time? We find out in our review of the Malaysian version of the vivo X5Max below.

According to vivo Malaysia the reason why the Malaysian version of the vivo X5Max is thicker at 5.08mm is that the company felt that the battery was lacking, which is true since the original only packed in 2000 mAh. Our slightly thicker version adds on a 2300 mAh battery but most of the other features remain the same including the metal back, chamfered edges and metal frame. After a certain point of thinness, a smartphone just feels sharp in a grip. Unfortunately, this is still true of the 5.08mm thin vivo X5Max. Our other reviewers pointed out that it would make the X5Max less likely to slip and this is also true. While the metal body certainly feels very sturdy and tough, we would have to say that the unpatterned metal back scratches easily, which is probably why vivo have included a clear plastic casing along, adding a bit more value to the overall package. Powered by a 64-bit Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 processor and 2GB of RAM, the tech specs of the X5Max feels rather midrange, with a few exceptions like the 5.5-inch Super AMOLED display with full HD 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution. Check out the full tech specs and features listing below:

In terms of features, we found that the custom UI was rather too much like TouchWiz, especially in that it seemed like never-ending lists. There are some interesting features though like a very customizable Pro mode for the 13MP rear camera, video screen recording and long screen capture. However, the implementation is rather flawed in that there isn't the option to do the usual manual screen capture of pressing the power and volume button together. Standout features for the vivo X5Max include HiFi audio, but again this has a rather flawed implementation, as it only works with headphones. Thankfully, the X5Max also comes bundled with some fairly premium headphones, which should improve the audio experience considerably. We thoroughly enjoyed the Pro mode on the camera though, as it offered the full range of exposure, white balance and other manual settings on the fly while taking the shot, which can be very useful for an experienced photographer. Like so many newer smartphones, the X5Max can also wake on double tap and has gesture shortcuts from the suspend screen to various applications.

After trying out the vivo X5Max we have to say that it is a mix of highs and lows. On AnTuTu, the smartphone only managed 29213 which is rather low for a mid-range smartphone. Thankfully, it appears that the graphics are quite good with 3DMark getting 7826 while Epic Citadel got a fairly high 48.6 frames per second on 1920 x 1080 full HD resolution. Geekbench 3 saw a rather low single-core score of 664 but multi-core performance was quite high at 2179. While it does play Asphalt 8: Airborne smoothly on high quality visual settings, due to no manual screenshot button we couldn't get any screen cap of it in action.

At 29213 on AnTuTu the vivo X5Max rivals former flagship smartphones

Graphics are reasonably fast as shown by a 7826 score on 3DMark

This is reflected in the above score in Epic Citadel

While single-core performance is rather low in Geekbench 3, multi-core performance is better than average

Like many other thin and metal body devices the phone gets rather hot after a few times of playing 3D games or using the GPS, however, it doesn't get scaldingly hot. Battery performance on the other hand is excellent for a smartphone that only has a 2300 mAh battery but packs in a larger 5.5-inch display. On heavy to medium usage you can expect the X5Max to last 1 day and a half or more if you only use it for calls or chatting. Connectivity is good for the most part with reasonable call quality as well. Audio on headphones is excellent with the combination of premium headphones and the built-in Hifi audio technology. The speakers on the other hand are just above average as they provide clear quality sound but rather tinny loudness.

Battery life is good for the most part on the vivo X5Max

As mentioned earlier, camera performance with the pro mode is very good. However, there is a slight lag with the camera sensor in that auto-focus and other automatic features aren't that fast when there are changes in focus or lighting. Trying to take video outside really shows this but in conditions where the lighting is stable like the indoors, video recording is good for the most part. As expected, you also get a good amount of noise in low-light shots. While there are a good amount of automatic camera features, that flawed implementation from before carries on here as well as nearly all of the automatic features like Bokeh Mode don't really work that well. You're better off just using the auto mode or the pro mode. The one camera feature which did work well is the PowerPoint mode which lets you take a picture of a screen at an angle and then converts this into a flat image.

Overall, the Malaysian version of the vivo X5Max is still super-thin phablet with premium looks for those who like thin but large smartphones. While it doesn't deliver the same premium performance in all aspects it does well enough that it doesn't drag the truly outstanding features it has available which are mainly the audio headset performance and pro or manual camera mode. At RM1799, it is priced rather high for this feature-set but if you're a fan of super thin phablets and a photographer to boot, the vivo X5Max sounds perfect for you. Students might like the PowerPoint mode for note taking but the price tag may be a bit high just for this feature and there are many more 5.5-inch performance smartphones below or around RM1400 like the ASUS ZenFone 2, Honor 6 Plus and more.

*TechNave.com would like to thank vivo Malaysia for providing us with the vivo X5Max smartphone for this review. It allowed us to do a more in-depth review and highlight more features.


Apple opening new stores globally including Malaysia, scheduled for February 2024

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Today, Mark Gurman from Bloomberg reported that Apple is aggressively expanding newer and revamping Apple stores globally. We have already heard of the rumours that Malaysia will be one of the countries and we have gotten some new information about its launch.

According to Gurman, the new Apple Store for the Malaysian market is scheduled to launch on February 2024. As previously reported, the new store is going to be at The Exchange TRX in the heart of Kuala Lumpur city. In addition, several job listings have been published on Apple's website for Malaysia which can be seen here.

Besides Malaysia, Apple is also planning to open up 15 new stores across the Asia-Pacific region, as well as 5 more in Europe and the Middle East. Furthermore, 28 existing Apple Stores in Asia, Europe, and North America will be going through a revamp or relocated to another place.

If you want to read the complete breakdown of the report, you can visit the Bloomberg article right over here.


vivo X5Max unboxing video reveals premium freebies

While the vivo X5Max for Malaysia isn't as thin as the international version, it remains one of the thinnest metal smartphones in the market. Retailing at RM1799, tech specs and features for the vivo X5Max include a quad-core 1.7 GHz Cortex-A53 & quad-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU processor with 2 GB RAM. The device also has 16 GB internal storage + microSD (up to 128 GB (uses SIM 2 slot)) and a 5.5-inch Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen display. It has a 13MP rear camera and supports Wifi, GPS, 3G and 4G LTE. Our unboxing video reveals some extra freebies which include a more premium headset along with a thin and clear plastic casing, perhaps to help protect the metal back. Stay tuned for the hands-on video and full review in a bit but for now, check out our unboxing video below:


vivo X60 Pro+ 5G release: SD 888 chipset and camera with upgraded gimbal stabilization, starts from ~RM3,121

An even more powerful device from the vivo X60 series has been launched today! After announcing the vivo X60 and X60 Pro, the company continues to wow us with the X60 Pro+ powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset. Not only providing a flagship-level performance, but the device also has an impressive camera setup with upgraded gimbal stabilization.

The vivo X60 Pro+ features a curved 6.56-inch OLED display that comes with a 120Hz refresh rate and 240Hz touch sampling rate. It also boasts HDR10+ and has a brightness of 1,300 nits. Under the hood, there's a 4,200mAh battery that supports 55W fast charging through a Type-C port. However, the device will not support wireless charging as it comes with a leather back.

Coming to the cameras, the vivo X60 Pro+'s main 50MP camera is built around Samsung's GN1 sensor. This camera has large 1.2µm pixels (2.4µm with binning) and f/1.57 aperture for great low-light performance. The secondary 48MP camera is based on the IMX598 sensor with 0.8µm pixels. It is also the one that comes with the gimbal stabilization system that can correct ±3° of movement, which is around three times what a typical OIS system can manage.

Furthermore, the quad-camera setup also includes another 32MP portrait unit (f/2.08 aperture, 50mm lens ) and an 8MP periscope unit (f/3.4 aperture, OIS, 5x optical zoom, 60x digital zoom). On the front, a 32MP front-facing camera is offered. Other than that, the device will be supporting 5G and runs OriginOS 1.0 based on Android 11.

The X60 Pro+ arrives in two variants that are 8GB + 128GB and 16GB + 256GB with the former priced at 4,998 Yuan (~RM3,121) and the latter priced at 5,998 Yuan (~RM3,745). It will be available in two colours - Phantom Blue and Classic Orange. Luckily, the device's box still includes a charger alongside cable, USB-C headset, a USB-C to 3.5 mm adapter plus a clear protective case.

Let us know what you think about the vivo X60 Pro+ on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest smartphone news.


vivo X60 Pro Plus 5G pre-booking started. Full tech specs spotted

It seems that vivo has officially started accepting pre-bookings for the vivo X60 Pro Plus 5G, which can be done via their official website in China. With that being said, the tech specs of the aforementioned smartphone have been spotted as well, giving us a better idea on what to expect when it is officially available in the local market.

In terms of the tech specs, the vivo X60 Pro Plus will officially come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset, up to 12GB RAM, up to 256GB ROM, 6.56-inch 120Hz display, and a 4200mAh battery which supports up to 33W fast charging. As for the camera, it has a 48MP + 13MP + 13MP triple rear setup while the front has a 32MP front-facing selfie camera.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on the vivo X60 Pro Plus? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


vivo X60 Pro - Smartphone or Camera? | TechNave Unboxing and Hands-On Video

Last month, vivo Malaysia has launched the vivo X60 series which includes the vivo X60 and vivo X60 Pro. Here's the vivo X60 Pro unboxing video and you may find out what are the upgrades by comparing it to the X50 Pro.

The vivo X60 Pro features a Snapdragon 870 chipset, 12GB of RAM, and 256GB of internal storage. As for the display, it sports a 6.56-inch FHD+ AMOLED with up to 120Hz fresh rate and 240Hz touch sampling rate. It also comes with an HDR10+ and Hi-Res audio certification. Besides that, the device sport a 32MP selfie snapper and a triple rear camera with a 48MP (main camera) + 13MP (portrait lens) + 13MP (super wide-angle + macro lens).

For more information, please check out the vivo X60 Pro unboxing video and be sure to stay tuned for more unboxing videos on TechNave.com.


vivo X60 Pro+ could be using Snapdragon 870 chipset instead

Previously, it was suggested that the upcoming vivo X60 Pro+ could use the Snapdragon 888 chipset. However, that may entirely be the case after all. Some sources now claim that the phone (or at least another variant) could end up with a different Snapdragon 800 series chipset.

According to @RODENT950, the vivo X60 Pro+ may have a variant with the Snapdragon 875 chipset. This is expected to be an improved version of the Snapdragon 865+. Interestingly enough, Digital Chat Station has also mentioned that vivo has a new phone featuring the Snapdragon 870 chipset. We think they are both referring to the same device, which is the vivo X60 Pro+.

Vivo's top end flagship coming next week, early teaser show that it's focus on camera and performance.Theaser show's also that X60 Pro+ coming with SD888 but also there is probably new SD875 version ( sd865++).#VivoX60ProPlus pic.twitter.com/a0EWyY06TZ

Anyway, this chipset will allegedly have a max CPU clock of 3.19GHz, and the GPU will also be clocked higher than the Snapdragon 865+. The Geekbench result for the chipset also shows that it sits just under the Snapdragon 888 in terms of overall performance. This chipset is probably cheaper to manufacture, which would explain why vivo would want to go for it. Having said that, don't expect the vivo X60 Pro+ to be cheap.

For now, we can't confirm which option vivo would prefer, so please stay tuned to TechNave for more updates. Also, what other extra features do you think the vivo X60 Pro+ would have? Let us know in the comments below!


vivo X60 Pro+ leaked by Chinese retailer, Snapdragon 888 chipset confirmed

Last month, vivo launched its new X60 series smartphones in China. At the time, the vivo X60 and vivo X60 Pro were released with the Exynos 1080 chipset. But now there's a leak by Chinese retailer JD of the vivo X60 Pro+, which may come with the Snapdragon 888 chipset.

In one of the leaked images, we see the logo for a Snapdragon 800 series chipset. Considering the specs of the other two variants, it will most likely be the Snapdragon 888 chipset. The next part shows the main camera, which we think will get a bump in resolution (maybe to 64MP). The last one is honestly quite vague. It's either a ZEISS lens due to the '*' symbol, or a speaker since the X60 series has a Hi-Fi audio chipset.

Some of the specs should be the same as the vivo X60 Pro

On the topic of specs, we can expect the vivo X60 Pro+ to have similar specs to the vivo X60 Pro. It's expected to have 12GB of RAM, 256GB of internal storage, and a 4200mAh battery. Besides that, it should have a 6.56-inch (maybe larger) AMOLED display with 120Hz of refresh rate, an under-display fingerprint sensor, and 5G connectivity.

The teaser claims that the phone will be available in late January 2021, so we'll keep an eye out for updates on that. Until then, stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news on the latest smartphone reveals.


vivo X60 Pro review: Exactly what you would expect from a camera-focused flagship smartphone

Cameras on smartphones are getting a lot more powerful with each passing year. However, besides increasing the megapixel count and size of the sensor, there hasn't really been much in terms of major innovation for smartphone camera tech.

In comes the vivo X60 Pro that was manufactured in collaboration with ZEISS, resulting in probably the most advanced camera on a vivo phone to date. It comes with features like Gimbal Stabilization 2.0, Extreme Night Vision 2.0 and more. In this review, we'll be taking a closer look at the smartphone to see its advanced features and specs make it worth its RM3299 price tag. With that out of the way, let's get into it.

The first thing you'll notice about the vivo X60 Pro is how premium and solid it looks. I find the matte finish at the back of the Shimmer Blue coloured device feels very satisfying when I glide my finger over it. It feels very smooth to the touch.

Also, since it's a matte finish, it does not attract fingerprints like smartphones with a glossy back finish. Of course, you should still avoid using it with oily fingers. After all, dark stains on a matte surface can be notoriously hard to get rid of.

The ZEISS logo at the top right of the rear camera module

If you look closely at the back of the phone, you could see hints of green, pink, blue and more, depending on your viewing angle. You'll also see a triple camera module on the top left, along with the ZEISS logo on the top right of the module.

It's recommended to use the provided plastic case with this phone, as it will protect that camera module that protrudes outwards by about 2mm. If you're not careful, you could not only scratch up the rim of the module, but you also run into the risk of fracturing the lens.

The volume rocker and power button on the right

Dual-SIM tray at the bottom beside the USB Type-C port

At the right of the device, you'll find the volume rocker and a textured power button so that you can quickly identify which button is which. The dual-SIM tray is situated at the bottom, where you will also find the USB Type-C slot and speaker grille. Unfortunately, it has no 3.5mm audio jack slot, so you'll have to get an adapter for that.

As for the tech specs, the vivo X60 Pro comes equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G chipset, which allows it to connect to 5G networks. It also has 12GB RAM and a 256GB ROM, which is more than enough for most use cases.

Let's take a look at its display next. Its 6.56-inch AMOLED display can deliver a refresh rate of up to 120Hz, providing a smooth and immersive viewing experience to the viewer. It can intelligently switch between high and low refresh rate to increase battery life while giving the best experience possible. Also, its 240Hz touch sampling rate ensures that your input remains as accurate as possible, which is essential in mobile gaming.

Game Assistant feature to increase mobile gaming performance

As for the form factor, the X60 Pro is a lot taller than it is wide, making it a little annoying when you try to reach the top of the screen with 1 hand. However, that can be remedied simply by enabling the small screen mode so that you can easily reach the top edge of the display.

Other than that, the device comes equipped with an in-display fingerprint sensor, as well as facial recognition. I prefer using the fingerprint sensor because unlocking the phone via facial recognition feels a little wonky while wearing a face mask (because of COVID-19).

Here are some features that come with the camera app

Moving onto the camera, it has a ZEISS-powered 48MP + 13MP + 13MP triple-camera at the back, plus a single 32MP front-facing selfie camera. This setup makes the phone great for taking pictures in any situation. Not only that, but the phone also has features like Gimbal Stabilization 2.0 and Extreme Night Vision 2.0. They ensure that you can take the best pictures possible no matter the situation you're in.

To go into more detail, Gimbal Stabilization 2.0 helps you take amazing pictures and videos by removing camera shake via an internal gimbal. As for Extreme Night Vision 2.0, it's a ZEISS Optics technology that delivers photos with bright and natural-looking colours, even in low-light situations.

Additionally, there are other common features found on the smartphone, including Panorama, Slow-mo, Time-lapse. AR Stickers, and more. There's the Pro Mode as well, where you can individually tweak settings such as ISO, Shutter Speed, White Balance and more to achieve the look you're going for.

Battery-wise, it comes equipped with a 4300mAh internal battery more than capable of lasting up to 2 days on a single charge under typical use. It also supports up to 33W fast-charging, allowing it to charge up from 0 to 50% in around 30 minutes, while a full charge will take slightly more than an hour.

We put the phone through its paces with a couple of synthetic benchmarks. It managed to score 935 points in Single Core and 2867 points in Multi-Core on GeekBench. In 3DMark Wild Life, its overall score of 4196 points makes it better than 76% of the smartphones on the market.

The phone did well in high-end games like Genshin Impact, which managed to run smoothly at around 60FPS with all the graphical settings maxed out except for motion blur, which was turned off completely. There were some micro-stutters, but those were most likely due to the loading of large landscapes in the distance.

The phone does heat up quite a bit, but not to the extent where it felt uncomfortable to hold for extended periods. However, the battery might be what is holding back the X60 Pro from being a mobile gaming beast because an hour of Genshin brought the battery down to less than half its total capacity.

With that in mind, you might want to have the charger handy if you plan on gaming extensively. Other than that, the device held up quite well when it came to performing daily tasks.

As for the ZEISS camera, it performed as expected for a smartphone focused on photography. The pictures captured by the camera were both sharp and had excellent colour reproduction. You can check out the picture samples we've included below.

Taken at around 12 PM. Great dynamic range with no hint of overexposure

You can clearly see the difference between the primary camera and the wide-angle camera

Selfies are incredibly detailed, thanks to the 32MP front-facing camera

Extreme Night Vision 2.0 turned on. The background is a lot more lit, with a slight blue-ish purple hue in the sky

One thing I need to note is that Gimbal Stabilization 2.0 is surprisingly very effective for videos. When paired up with the Extreme Night Vision 2.0, it makes long exposure shots or taking pictures in low light conditions a breeze even without a tripod.

For RM3299, the vivo X60 Pro is a great phone if you're in the market for a flagship smartphone that can take amazing pictures. Sure, the battery isn't exactly the largest by today's standards, but it's more than enough as long as you’re not planning to binge on mobile games.

However, if you're not interested in the Gimbal Stabilization 2.0 feature or if you have your own gimbal, you could consider getting the vivo X60 instead for RM2699. If you prefer having a device that's suited for mobile gaming and has a larger battery, go for the ASUS ROG Phone 3 STRIX instead. It comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, 6000mAh battery, and a 144Hz display, making it a better value at RM2699.

With all that being said, would you be interested in getting the vivo X60 Pro? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


vivo X60 Pro+ to feature a camera setup with 2 gimbals, sample photos teased

Last week, vivo announced that the X60 Pro+ will be launching on 21 January 2021. Since then, we've seen some leaks and official teasers about the phone. The company even sneaked in one last teaser before the launch later tonight, showing off the phone's camera performance.

Specifically, vivo posted a series of photo samples captured on the X60 Pro+ on Weibo. As you can see from the watermark, the phone will indeed come with Zeiss T* anti-reflective coating for its camera lenses. Speaking of that, the phone is expected to have a powerful 50 MP ISOCELL GN1 sensor, along with a 48MP ultra-wide camera, periscope camera (5x zoom), and a depth sensor.

This time around, the phone will allegedly come with a gimbal for the main and periscope cameras. As for specs, vivo's has confirmed that the X60 Pro+ will be equipped with the Snapdragon 888 chipset. Besides that, the phone will have up to 12GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage.

vivo hasn't announced the retail price, but expect it to cost more than the other variants. With that said, what do you think of this premium variant? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for its launch later tonight.


vivo X60 and X60 Pro might sport an Exynos 1080 chipset, price starting from ~RM2185

A few days ago, there was a rumor mentioned that the vivo X60 and X60 Pro might sport an Exynos 1080 chipset. This is no surprise, because the previous X30 and X30 Pro models are featuring Exynos 980 chipset.

According to sources, the camera setup of the devices could be different and the starting price might be from CNY 3500 (~RM2185). You may click here to learn more about the previous rumours.

Do you expect the vivo x60 series to launch in Malaysia? Let us know your comments below, be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


vivo X60 launching date on 22 March, Snapdragon 870 chipset and others confirmed

It wasn't that long ago when vivo Malaysia teased the vivo X60 series, but it's official now - the latest smartphone series is launching on 22 March 2021 as mentioned on the website. In case you missed it, it's also confirmed the X60 series is co-engineered with ZEISS.

In terms of tech specs and features, the X60 series is heavily focused on the camera and the first thing that they are introducing is a new and improved Gimbal Stabilization 2.0 from the predecessor. The company is also highlighting a new Extreme Night Vision 2.0 and with ZEISS optics, we wonder if this could really make a difference in "redefining photography".

On top of that, a Snapdragon 870 chipset is confirmed as well so it's confirmed to be a flagship tier smartphone. It can connect to 5G connectivity and the design doesn't stray too far from the predecessor. The vivo X60 and X60 Pro should be revealed soon, but there might be a X60 Pro+ as well.

If you are interested in watching the launch event, you can get yourself registered on the website there. We will definitely be covering this news coverage so until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple over-ear headphones could detect rotations to suit users who wear them at different angles

The Apple AirPods have been popular since the first model was launched. With that said, it is no doubt that Apple has gained more confidence when it comes to making audio products. Rumours have come out earlier saying that the tech giant will be launching over-ear headphones, but it has been delayed as the pandemic strikes. Today, a new patent has surfaced on the Internet hinting that the Apple over-ear headphones could have rotation sensors to bring better user experience.

According to the patent, the Apple over-ear headphones will automatically detect the orientation and adjust their output to match. The feature was inspired by the users who would wear their headphones at different angles. While not wearing headphones like how "normally" headphones are worn, it could be tricky for users to execute the touch-based controls. Therefore, the feature is created to match the angle in order to detect the gestures performed by the users.

The headphones were expected to come with Apple Airpods Pro's features including automatic pairing, auto-pause and resume, and active noise cancellation. Other than that, it is also reported that it will be launched in two different models, with one being a premium option and another being a lite and sports version. There are also rumours suggesting that the headphones will allow users to switch to different ear cups with the magnetic attachment.

Let us know what you think about the Apple over-ear headphones on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest tech rumours.


vivo X60 might get a curved display like the pro version soon!

The vivo X60 series which consist of the vivo X60 and vivo X60 Pro was launched in Malaysia during March 22. One of the key differences between the both will be a flat and a curved display. Today, a report has speculated that the vivo X60 may get a curved display soon.

According to the leakster Digital Chat Station, he revealed a curved display version back in December when the phone was just announced. He mentioned the curved display version will have a smaller 4200mAh battery as well just like on the Pro version. Other than that, everything is expected to be the same.

As a recap, the vivo X60 is equipped with a 6.56-inch FHD+ display with 120Hz refresh rate. It sports a Snapdragon 870 chipset coupled with 12GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. As for the cameras, it has a 48MP main camera, 13MP telephoto camera, and a 13MP ultrawide angle camera as well as a 32MP sensor inside the hole in the display.

Either way, there is still no official announcement on the release date yet, so do take this with a pinch of salt. But will you get a curved display vivo X60? Let us know at our Facebook page and stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com.


vivo X60 series Malaysia release: SD870, up to 12GB RAM, 120Hz display from the price of RM2699

vivo Malaysia has officially announced that the vivo X60 series which consists of the vivo X60, as well as the vivo X60 Pro, at the price of RM2699 and RM3299 respectively. If you’re interested in getting the aforementioned smartphones, you can pre-order them starting from 22 March until 26 March 2021 at all vivo concept stores located across the nation.

In addition to that, depending on the device you pre-ordered, you’ll be eligible for a bunch of free goodies such as a 1-year extended warranty + 1-year screen crack protection, luggage, case, and more that’s valued up to RM359. But that’s not all, there’s a promo happening from 27 March until 4 April 2021 where you can get the X60 premium gift box which includes a case and thumb drive worth RM159.

Also, the first 50 customers to purchase the vivo X60 or the vivo X60 Pro from vivo’s official store on Shopee or Lazada will be eligible for either a free X8 smartwatch, 18-inch luggage, RM100 HealthLand Gift Card or RM110 Aurum GSC Ticket. If you want to find out more information, head over to vivo’s official website.

In terms of the tech specs, the vivo X60 comes equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 chipset, up to 12GB RAM, up to 256GB ROM, 6.56-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, and a 4300mAh internal battery with 33W fast charging. Camera-wise, the phone has a 48MP + 13MP + 13MP rear camera equipped with ZEISS Optics while the front has a 32MP selfie camera.

The X60 Pro, on the other hand, comes with largely the same specs except for an additional 8MP periscope camera at the back as well as a slightly smaller 4200mAh internal battery. Not only that, but it also comes equipped with the Gimbal Stabilization 2.0 which ensures that the pictures taken are not blurry.

That all being said, would you be interested in pre-ordering the vivo X60 or X60 Pro as soon as it is available? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.