2 variants of the iPhone 13 series to come equipped with 120Hz display?

Based on a tweet by @DSCCRoss on Twitter, it seems that more than 1 variant of Apple’s iPhone 13 series smartphone will come equipped with an LTPO display that’s capable of achieving up to 120Hz display. While not much is known in regards to which exact model will come equipped with the aforementioned display, our source did confirm that there will be 2 Pro variants of the iPhone 13 that will the LTPO display.

With all that said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Apple has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. Not only that but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and tech specs of the iPhone 13 series for now.

Heard some rumors in the industry and media that there would only be one LTPO model from Apple later this year. Can confirm that is not the case. Apple fans can relax!

What are your thoughts on more than 1 iPhone variants coming equipped with the LTPO display? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


ASUS ROG Phone 3 review - Return of the King

Different mobile phones offer different needs for everyone, and like it or not - mobile gaming is here to stay. It's no secret that we are big fans of the ASUS ROG Phone series, and prior to the announcement, we wondered how ASUS would improve this 3rd-generation gaming monster.

If you are wondering whether you should pre-order the Strix Edition or just wait for the 12GB + 512GB or 16GB + 512GB (this is the one we reviewed) model, you have come to the right place. Tried and tested, here are all the pros and cons you need to know about the ROG Phone 3 (16GB+ 512GB). Let's get to it!

From the first generation, the ROG Phone 3 hasn't changed much and that may trigger unpopular comments about it being boring, but we say - if it's not broken, don't fix it. ASUS did reduce the size of the thermal copper plate, however, allowing for more space on the glass back with some tiny holes as vents. There's also a triple rear camera this time with the LED flashlight on a horizontal layout, as well as the trademark Republic of Gamers logo and RGB lighting effect.

The top and bottom bezels may look thick but it's necessary so that your palms won't accidentally touch and disturb your mobile games

The back design and the AeroActive Cooler 3 fan

The AeroActive Cooler 3 fan has a kickstand now!

The triple rear camera bump is quite noticeable

A USB Type-C port and 3.5mm headphone jack are available on the AeroActive Cooler 3 fan

Just a single USB-C connector at the bottom

The usual volume and power buttons, you can also see the AirTrigger marks on the end of both sides

The dual SIM card tray and port for the AeroActive Cooler 3

The ROG Phone 3's AMOLED display is still 6.59-inches (lol) and you can still find the dual front-facing stereo speakers. We also noticed that the phone is slightly thicker than before, measuring 9.85mm as opposed to the predecessor with 9.48mm. However, that's not a bad thing because it made gripping the phone easier. Moreover, ASUS has improved the AirTriggers, heat dissipation, and RGB lighting. The 3.5mm headphone jack is gone this time, but you can still use the AeroActive Cooler 3 (which you should) to plug in your earphones while gaming.

Here are the official tech specs of the ROG Phone 3:

For your information, there are actually three ROG Phone 3 variants. First, there's the Strix Edition that comes with a Snapdragon 865 chipset, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. Then there's also the standard ROG Phone 3 that comes with the Snapdragon 865+ chipset but has two variants - one with 12GB RAM + 512GB ROM and another with 16GB RAM + 512GB ROM. Those are the only differences between the three options, so the rest of the tech specs and features are the same.

The display now supports a refresh rate of up to 144Hz, which is honestly an overpowered feature (but still nice, hehe), and 270Hz touch sampling rate. It also supports 30W PD fast-charge, allowing it to charge up the 6000mAh battery from 0% to 75% in 45 minutes. However, the feature we have to talk about is the AirTrigger that allows you to do more than one motion for various actions.

Previously, owners can use either tapping or sliding motions on the predecessor AirTrigger 2. But this time around, the AirTrigger 3 supports new motions to further enhance your mobile gaming experience. For each AirTrigger sensor, you can add up to a total of four keys on the dual partition buttons, on top of sliding and swiping. With that many commands, it can be easy to press the wrong action but this is where the Anti-False Touch feature comes into play, as it keeps you from messing up your moves. This is a good addition but we ended up turning it off because we felt it was easier to game without it.

Here's where you can customise your AirTrigger

The dual partition buttons allow you to have a total of 4 virtual buttons

Don't mind me, just sliding in my settings

Obviously, the ROG Phone 3 performs amazingly on both Geekbench and 3DMark. On Geekbench, it scores 1000 and 3361 points on single and multi-core respectively, whereas it scored almost 8000 points on 3Dmark OpenGL ES 3.1 benchmark. For comparison, its predecessor's 3DMark score is around 6000 points so that's quite a big improvement. It should also be noted that the ROG Phone 3's score is the highest we have seen from a smartphone so far this year.

We mentioned earlier that the phone can support up to 144Hz refresh rate but it's overkill for more games. While there are a few mobile games that can be played at 120Hz, popular mainstream mobile games such as Call of Duty: Mobile, PUBG Mobile, and Mobile Legends Bang Bang can only reach up to 60Hz. However, if you play games like Final Fantasy XV: Pocket Edition, Temple Run 2, Cut The Rope 2, Summoners War, Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links, Maple Story M, or Honkai Impact 3rd, then you will get to enjoy the full refresh rate experience.

The scores on Geekbench (left) and 3DMark (right)

Playing Honkai Impact 3 on the ROG Phone 3 is beautiful because of the 144Hz refresh rate

The battery chart after turning on the 144Hz mode, playing mobile games for 7 hours in total + 2 hours of screen brightness

Just a heads up, if you choose to play any mobile games at 144Hz mode, the phone will surely heat up so we strongly advise you attach the AeroActive Cooler 3 fan. Although the phone can get super warm, the battery life performance is impressive because even after turning on the 144Hz mode, playing for 7 hours in total + 2 hours of screen brightness, it only depleted until 75%! Mostly, you won't need to charge the battery daily so the battery performance gets an A+ from us.

In terms of connectivity, the WiFi 6 mode is stable and fast (WiFi 6 routers required) and 4G LTE connection is not a problem but it really depends on your local telco signal strength. Oh, it's also worth mentioning that since the phone has Dirac HD Sound, it makes the dual front speakers better and audio experience fantastic.

On the photography side, mobile gamers aren't likely to pay much attention to the camera setup, not because it's lousy but because it's not something they prioritise. Having said that, we think the camera performance of the ROG Phone 3 is better than before and we are quite satisfied with the photo quality. You can look at the photos below taken by us.

Main camera - pretty good colour contrast there

Another one that was taken with the main camera

Ultrawide shot, the colour contrast loses a bit there as usual

Macro shot is mostly fine, but we weren't that impressed, to be honest

Once again, macro shot at night is nothing to marvel at

There's very little to complain about the ROG Phone 3. It's a phone with a simple but futuristic design, superb battery life, great mobile gaming performance, and useful AirTriggers. That said, perhaps the only downside is the price itself but it depends on which variant you're getting. The one we reviewed costs RM4499, followed by RM3799 for the 12GB + 512GB variant and finally, RM2999 for the Strix Edition which uses SD 865 and 8GB + 256GB which is an honestly good price for a gaming smartphone beast.

As usual, a worthy challenger for the ROG Phone 3 is none other than the Black Shark 3 series. The Black Shark 3 starts from RM2799 and the Black Shark 3 Pro for RM4199 but only feature a Snapdragon 865 chipset, up to 256GB storage and a display that only supports 90Hz refresh rate. On the other hand, there's also the Black Shark 3S with SD 865+, 12GB + 256GB, and a Screen Mirroring feature for RM3199. While the BlackShark 3 series may not win in terms of overall tech specs, it may have the advantage of having a more affordable price tag for Malaysians.

So there you have it, do you agree with our review? Did we miss anything else? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more tech gadget reviews at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 2 Lite price dropped to as low as RM659

Huawei has announced that they will be dropping the price of the Huawei Nova 2 Lite down to as low as RM659 on all retail channels, such as their Huawei Retail stores as well as their official e-commerce stores such as Lazada, Shopee, and VMall starting from 9 June 2018 onwards.

To give a little insight regarding the tech specs of the Nova 2 Lite, the device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 chipset, 3GB of RAM, 32GB of internal storage, 13MP + 2MP dual rear camera, 8MP front facing selfie camera, 5.99-inch display with a screen resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels, and it is powered by a 3000mAh non-removable battery. For more updates like these, stay tuned to TechNave.com


Huawei Nova 2 Lite roadshow + lucky draw prizes in Mid Valley Megamall happening now for a week

Good morning, TechNavers! Today, Huawei Malaysia is having a booth exhibition at Mid Valley Megamall in the East Atrium side, where they will be promoting the recently revealed Nova 2 Lite smartphone with special promotions and attractive prizes to be won for the public.

According to the company, there will be a total of over 700 units of merchandises are available, ranging from umbrellas, glass bottles, phone mounts and U-Rings. In addition, if you purchase the Nova 2i or the 2 Lite smartphone on the spot, you will be given a limited edition travel bag and an 8GB USB (with Terms and Condition applied).

On top of that, the public can also participate in the lucky draw prizes with the lucky spinning wheel but on a condition, those who purchase RM1399 and below will get to spin the wheel once, whereas those who spend RM1400 and above can spin it twice to get freebies.

The Nova 2 Lite roadshow will start today (19 March) until 25 March 2018 which is a Sunday, so if you want to know more about the phone, do drop by and to check out the full specifications, head over here to see our coverage.


Huawei Nova 2 and Nova 2 Plus promo teaser released, revealing soon on 26 May 2017

So it’s official, Huawei’s Nova series will appearing this year with the latest addition of Nova 2 and Nova 2 Plus. It was reported that the two mid-range smartphones are scheduled to be released this week on 26 May 2017, thanks to the new promotion teasers.

According to the image, the devices will be available in black and pink (Sakura pink?). We can also confirm that the pair will have dual rear cameras, with antenna designs that looks similar to the Apple iPhone once again and the fingerprint sensor behind. The SIM card tray is also seen, so the power and volume buttons should be on the other side.

As for the tech-specs, not much information about it is known but we do expect the devices to feature a Hisilicon Kirin 660 processor, there are rumours that the Nova 2’s display is 5.1-inch while the Plus is 5.5-inch long. Stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 2 and Nova 2 Plus revealed with new eLux dual camera setup for 2499 and 2899 Yuan

Today, the Huawei Nova 2 and Nova 2 Plus were revealed in China with a huge makeover in design and camera upgrades using eLux technology and a 20MP front camera sensor, the price tag on these devices are 2499 Yuan and 2899 Yuan (around RM1555 and RM1800) respectively. Besides that, they also showcased three other devices which are the new Huawei sportsband, earphones, and mini 360 camera. Below is the official tech-specs.

Earphones, it has IPX5 water and dust resistant grade

The two new smartphones are also following the P10 and P10 Plus' footsteps, like the Portrait mode and a wide range of colour options such as Aurora Blue, Grass Green, Gold, Obsidian Black and Rose Gold. The 8MP secondary camera acts as a telephoto lens. The pre-order starts today and will go on sale starting on 16 June 2017 in China. We are pretty sure the Nova 2 and Nova 2 Plus will come to Malaysia as well, since their predecessors did last year. Stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 2i Aurora Blue edition debut a success

During the Double 11 Festival last Saturday, Huawei Malaysia has released the Nova 2i Aurora Blue Limited Edition in Malaysia for the same price of RM1299. Once again, the blue model proved to be a popular one and it was nothing short of overwhelming.

Carlson Leong, Retail Director, HUAWEI Consumer Business Group at the event which saw hundreds of customers in line to be amongst the first to own the limited edition smartphone said:

“It is very encouraging for us at HUAWEI to see such response for the HUAWEI nova 2i and our line-up of smart devices. We knew we had to continuously bring in stellar devices to cater to the Malaysian market. As such, we worked tirelessly to ensure that Malaysia is one of the first markets in the world to receive the nova 2i in the Limited Edition colour – Aurora Blue.”

Anyway, we got some photos of the event at Huawei's Flagship Store at Pavilion Elite, KL, where the public gained the first-hand impression of the device. Check them out below!

Throngs of fans turned up at the Huawei Flagship Store in Pavilion Elite Kuala Lumpur, to be amongst the first in Malaysia to own the Nova 2i Limited Edition in Aurora Blue. Fans were seen at the storefront from as early as 00:00 on 11 November 2017

Mr. Lee Kuan Yong, 19, student, unboxing his Limited Edition Huawei nova 2i in Aurora Blue. He has been eyeing the phone for over two months and he was very tempted to go for the one in Graphite Black or Prestige Gold. His wait proved worthwhile as he was the first few in line to purchase this device

Customers having their new devices checked out

The Huawei Flagship Store in Pavilion Elite Kuala Lumpur was transformed into five different experiential zones, namely Photography, Gaming, Health, Music and Kids. Seen here, one of the children being shown the Kids’ Corner function in one of the latest Huawei tablets

One of the visitors having his health vitals measured where the results were directly reflected on Huawei smartphones

If you're thinking of whether to get the Nova 2i or not, check out our review right here. Stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 2i - Hipster Shot 101 video

What has four eyes and cost RM1299? The Huawei Nova 2i. Seriously, we aren't kidding when we said it's one of the best budget valued smartphones in Malaysia. We have also told you how great the portrait mode is (read our review here) and we recently made a video on teaching you how to fully utilize the feature producing some hipster shots to look cool. Just in case you missed that hipster video on our Facebook page, we decided to make an article post for you so it's easier to track back. So here it is and enjoy the video!


Huawei Nova 2i can now be updated to EMUI 8.0

In case you haven't heard, the Huawei Nova 2i can now update to the latest EMUI 8.0 following the beat testing that was held in March last month. Users can go to the system update and download the software via over-the-air anytime. Below are some of the new features.

First up, EMUI 8.0 can now predict users' intentions and provide recommended functions to improve their smartphone's efficiency. One such feature is the navigation dock which allows users to place the home button freely on the screen along with the shortcut dock. Users can also launch a shortcut menu, drag and drop to create a desktop shortcut for convenience.

It's also said that the EMUI 8.0 can now allocate CPU memory to apps that are frequently used for a smoother smartphone usage. This will reduce fragmentation and the low memory management will be compressed for more space. On top of that, the update enables users to get started on one’s favourite tasks more quickly with 2x the boot speed when powering up and view two apps concurrently.

The Nova 2i is now retailing at RM1099 and features a 5.9-inch FullView display, quad-camera, a Kirin 659 chipset, 4GB + 64GB and much more. Stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 2i gets a RM200 price cut, now at RM1099 + freebies

Today, Huawei Malaysia is excited to let everyone know that the Nova 2i smartphone will have a price cut from tomorrow (Saturday, 3 February 2018) onwards! How much? It will be priced at an affordable RM1099. That's a RM200 cut from its original price!

In addition, the company is also giving away some freebies worth up to RM499 that includes a selfie stick, a Huawei U-Ring and a headset during the Chinese New Year festive season. Keep in mind that all these stocks are limited and we think it's worth more than what you bargain for. Moreover, the phone is also getting a new software update as we mentioned before, which is the Face Unlock and AR lens feature for the selfie lovers.

To recap, the Nova 2i is one of the few phones that uses a quadruple set of cameras, with a pair of them on both sides, as well as using a 5.93-inch FullView Display with an 83% aspect ratio. You can check out our review about it right here. Stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 2i hands-on video

Huawei Malaysia certainly didn't waste any time on revealing its first-ever quad-camera and FullView display smartphone, the Nova 2i in Malaysia yesterday (27 September 2017). A mid-ranger specifically designed for the casuals and selfie lovers alike, the price tag on it cost RM1299 and will be available on 13 October 2017 with special premium gifts for those who purchase it. Without further ado, check out our brief hands-on video on the Nova 2i!


Huawei Nova 2i in Limited Edition Aurora Blue available in Malaysia on 11.11 for only RM1299.

Prestige Gold and Graphite Black not working for you? Well here’s your chance on getting your hands on a limited edition Huawei Nova 2i with a cool new blue colour!

Set to arrive in Malaysia on the auspicious 11.11 (11 November 2017) day for a limited time only, the ‘selfie superstar’ and feature jam-packed Huawei Nova 2i will be available in the limited edition colour, Aurora Blue.

The limited edition Nova 2i will be readily sold at Huawei Experience Stores, Display Zones, telco partners, authorised dealers and Vmall. Anybody that would love to get their hands on this baby should mark their calendars and plan a visit to the mentioned outlets. Hurry though, limited edition means limited units.

The Huawei Nova 2i was dubbed the best value smartphone with quad cameras by our very own TechNave reviewer – with Huawei's very own Kirin 659 running the show and of course the incredible 16MP+2MP rear camera, you will find that we weren’t lying about how well this device can perform for that price. We even made a tutorial on how to take the best hipster shot with it! Make sure to check it out.

Need more information? No worries, just head on down to their official website or their official Facebook page. Also, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest gadget updates!


ASUS ROG Phone 3's Snapdragon 865+ chipset score revealed on Geekbench

From our news yesterday, we reported that the ASUS ROG Phone 3 might be featuring a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ chipset and this was the first time that we heard of the new chipset. If you see a + sign behind, you know it's going to be a stronger variant and Geekbench already has the scoresheet from benchmarking the processor.

According to Geekbench, the difference between the SD 865 and 865+ is present. From the single-core score, they tested the Samsung Galaxy S20+ 5G and an ASUS model called ZF (which we believe it to be the ROG Phone 3). From the benchmark score, the latter achieved 973 points as compared to Samsung's 891 which is a major improvement. However, that cannot be said the same for the multi-core score as both have similar points range.

Reports are saying that the SD 865+ chipset has a clocking speed of 3.1GHz and it's the prime core. Furthermore, the ROG Phone 3 is also equipping 16GB of RAM from Geekbench's chart and it's running on Android 10 out of the box. By the way, the upcoming gaming flagship also has a score from AnTuTu which is over 640K points. You can read the rest of the tech specs here.

We are pretty excited for the ROG Phone 3 and we can't wait to see how power overwhelming it can be. Until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 2i now going for below RM900 in Malaysia

Originally priced at RRP (Recommended Retail Price) of RM1299 and RM1099 after the price cut, the Huawei Nova 2i is now going even lower for below RM900 or to be exact, RM899 selling on Lazada Malaysia. It comes with 1 year warranty by Huawei Malaysia and it's entitled for 14 days easy return sevices.

No news on how long the price will remain this low but if you need help deciding, check out our content on the Nova 2i below:

Here's the Huawei Nova 2i tech specs for a refresher:

If you've made your decision, go check out the price listings on top of our Huawei Nova 2i tech specs and as always, stay tuned to TechNave.com for all the latest Malaysia price details on your favourite and most wanted devices like the Huawei Nova 2i.


Huawei Nova 2i priced at RM999 starting from 5 May 2018

In this short announcement, Huawei Malaysia will be reducing the price of the Huawei Nova 2i from RM1099 to RM999 starting from 5 May 2018 onwards. Country Director, Bill Liu of Huawei Malaysia Device Business Department stated that this will make the device more accessible to consumers who are looking for a gift for this coming Mother's Day on the 13 May 2018.

In terms of technical specifications, the Huawei Nova 2i is running on a Hisilicon Kirin 659, 4GB of RAM, 64GB of internal storage, 16MP + 2MP dual rear camera, 13MP + 2MP dual selfie camera, 5.9-inch display with a screen resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels, and it is powered by the 3340mAh battery. You can find out more info our review right here, stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 2i review - best value selfie smartphone yet + quad cameras and more

If you are a tech-gadget fan like us, you could be a bit tired of seeing an influx of selfie smartphones. Just this year alone, seven selfie smartphones were introduced and five of them are actually selling quite well in the Malaysia market. One of them is the Huawei Nova 2i which in my opinion, may take the best-value selfie smartphone title because of its RM1299 price tag featuring a quad-camera setup. But does it mean it's better to have more cameras? Check out our review below to see what we have to say on that.

At this moment, FullView displays are already a thing and we will just have to accept the fact that all smartphone manufacturers are going this direction, so saying that brand A copying brand B is just not going to cut it. By removing the home button, Huawei have taken advantage of integrating a 5.93-inch display on the front. Initially, before the FullView display trend, having a display more than 5.5-inch is considered a phablet but in the Nova 2i's case, it doesn't feel like one. We also want to compliment that the front display blends in nicely with the sides, making it look high class and premium.

The body material on the back is very polished too and looks great in blue. However, you may want to get a protective casing because it can be quite slippery if you're the type with sweaty palms. On second thought, you SHOULD get a protective casing because the thought of dropping this 5.93-inch FullView display is not fun at all.

Speaker grill, microUSB port and the 3.5mm headphone jack

Here are the specifications for the Nova 2i:

Obviously, Huawei have been marketing the quad-camera setup on the Nova 2i aggressively for a good reason. No other FullView smartphone manufacturer has done this yet, but we know that there are a few of you who are sceptical about it. Is the feature necessary? Is it a gimmick? No. No, it isn't.

But what can a measly 2MP camera do? Well, its sensor isn't supposed to be the same or bigger in the first place. The secondary camera sensor's role is to provide the best depth of field background possible for any scenario. That's the good news, the bad news? It's not so great in low-light environments, which is to be expected. More on that later.

Aside from that, there isn't much else to look at. Aperture mode is now one of the staples in the camera features so it's in there. The 3340mAh battery is a bonus too. You can also do some nice tricks for the FullView display, shown in the screenshots below.

The 1080p is glorious on the Nova 2i, although it'd be great if they added two stereo speakers.Sound and connectivity are fine nonetheless

Some minor changes on the camera interface, you can see the portrait mode (blue icon) on the left,bokeh mode (yellow mode) and the beauty mode beside it. The small circle icon is moving pictures mode

Same old Huawei camera mode and settings

You can also choose if you want your images to be mirrored or not

You can leave the video playback in the background!

Seriously, despite the so-so performance of the camera in low-light environments, I daresay that the Nova 2i's bokeh effect is even better than the P10 model series and probably the best one that I've used. Even though it's digitally produced, Huawei may have actually perfected after so many times, while other smartphone manufacturers' own bokeh effect tending to have this circular "untouchable shield" around the person that looks annoying. So with this, I'm happy that Huawei has got this right.

The sharp curve down you see on the chart is the whole day of tethering, taking pictures and gaming

Nova 2i users should also be happy with the battery performance for being able to go for more than a day of average usage. Even for heavy users, it can still last you a day easily and the battery heat is not an issue but it takes a while to fully charge (more than 2 hours consistently). On that note, gaming performance is just passable at best. We tested it with Asphalt 8: Airborne and while it's still playable, the game actually lags just a little bit and to a sharp eye, you could literally see the frames moving around the display. I'm just exaggerating, but you get the point.

Alright, enough of that. Time for the photo and portrait mode samples!

You can also take Portrait Mode on the rear camera, cool!

On normal shots like this, the Nova 2i does a good job

If there's any reason for you to purchase this smartphone, it'll have to be because of the camera performance (+ good battery life), 5.93-inch full HD FullView and nothing else. For just RM1299, the price tag is actually lower than the standard market price so it's quite a ballsy move for Huawei Malaysia to do so. Those who watch movies and take plenty of portrait mode shots on both the front and back cameras will definitely enjoy the Nova 2i. If you're a hardcore gamer, we recommend that maybe you should look into the Honor 8 Pro which is specifically made for that at a pretty reasonable price at RM1999. And comparing the Nova 2i to other selfie smartphones like the ASUS ZenFone 4 Selfie Pro (RM1799), vivo V7+ (RM1499), and even its own Nova 2 Plus (RM1999), the Nova 2i's overall camera performance and functionality is just better. There is one smartphone that is cheaper than the Nova 2i, though, which is the Xiaomi Mi A1 at RM1099 only but we are still reviewing it so stay tuned for that.

So what do you think? Are you one of the proud owners of this value-packed selfie smartphone? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more future reviews at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 2i tech specs and price confirmed at RM1299, ambassador will be Hannah Delisha?

Fresh after its release in China as the Huawei Maimang 6, we've received fresh leaks on the tech specs, price and ambassador of the upcoming Huawei Nova 2i, which we're set to see in Malaysia on 26 September 2017. The price is apparently RM1299 which with the quad-camera tech specs below makes for an awesome value-added smartphone for the entry-level to midrange. In addition, our sources have also confirmed that the ambassador for the Huawei Nova 2i will be Hannah Delisha. Stay tuned to TechNave.com as we'll be there to check it out.

Pretty, young and talented, looks like a perfect match with the Huawei Nova 2i


Huawei Nova 2i to officially land in Malaysia for RM1299 on 13 October 2017

So the wait is finally over, Huawei Malaysia has officially launched the much teased Nova 2i in Malaysia today with the presence of Hannah Delisha as the new ambassador of the device. Priced for RM1299, the device will be available at all across Huawei Experience Stores, authorized dealers and display zones in Graphite Black, Prestige Gold and Aurora Blue on 13 October 2017. Customers who purchase on that day will receive an exclusive premium gift consisting of a selfie stick, a headphone and a smartphone ring holder worth RM499. Check out below more details and hands-on pictures!

5.93-inch display in 1080p. This is also its first device with front FullView Display in a screen-to-body ratio of 18:9.

The back design is simple enough, the fingerprint sensor is seated there with the dual 16MP + 2MP rear camera

Besides that, the Nova 2i houses a Kirin 659 (octa-core 2.36GHz processor), 4GB of RAM, 64GB internal storage (expandable memory up to 256GB), 3340mAh battery and EMUI 5.1 based on Android 7.0 Nougat

Meanwhile, the front camera sports a 13MP + 2MP with an aperture of f/2.0

The device measures 156.2 x 75.2 x 7.5mm and weighs 164g, carries a dual SIM slot tray too

Headphone jack, microUSB 2.0 and speaker grill

The secondary camera on both sides are focused on bokeh effect

It's said that the camera can detect the distance between your arm and a selfie stick,enabling its selfie light brightness

Huawei Nova 2i ambassodor, Hannah Delisha!

That's all from today's Huawei event. Stay tuned for more news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 2s revealed online with dual front 20MP + 20MP camera sensors

Think Huawei is done for the year? Not quite, even in December, it seems that they still have one more device to release. Called the Huawei Nova 2s, we assume that this device is the lesser version of the Nova 2i or maybe just simply a different name for the China market. Anyway, let's see what the device is about.

According to ITHome, a tech news site from China, they have received an invitation to the Nova 2s event and inside the box, they were provided with a 4-in-1 camera clip lens, fish eye lens, macro lens and a telephoto lens, hinting about Nova 2s' camera capabilities. Also, the phone you see in the image is the real deal as they claimed.

Moving on to the Nova 2s model, ITHome said that the design is quite similar to the honor V10. The fingerprint scanner is located at the front via home button, the screen is FHD+ and there is a pair of dual cameras as usual at the back, sporting 20MP + 16MP. As for the front, there are also dual camera sensors and each is using a 20MP sensor.

Seems to us that the Nova 2s is marketed as a selfie smartphone, the Nova 2s will be launching on 7 December in Beijing, China so we will keep an eye on that, stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 2s unboxing and hands-on video leaked online before release

The Huawei Nova 2s is slowly gaining the momentum hype and today will be the launch date in Beijing, China. Before it goes out live, someone has managed to do an unboxing and hands-on video of the device. Check the video out below.

If you can't watch the video (because you're working), the first impression of the phone is that it doesn't even look like a mid-range smartphone at all because it kind of isn't, as it comes in a glassy body with a 6-inch FullView display with an 18:9 screen-to-body ratio at the front but despite that, the home button is able to fit in the bottom front as a fingerprint sensor. The dual cameras for both front and back are also true.

Meanwhile, in the Nova 2s box, there's the standard USB cable and charging adapter, but also an extra pair of earphones which is quite rare for Huawei to do so. On the tech-specs side, it's said the smartphone will feature a Kirin 960 processor, 6GB of RAM, EMUI 8.0 based on Android 8.0 Oreo and there's even facial recognition. Of course, the camera remains true as last time, using 20MP + 16MP sensor for the rear, while the front uses dual 20MP for each sensor.

So what do you think of the Nova 2s? It's certainly a very intriguing device and we hope to see it coming to Malaysia in the near future. Stay tuned for the official Nova 2s news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 3 & 3i revealed with Kirin 970 & 710 chipset, quad-cameras starting from RM1249

It was only yesterday that Huawei revealed the Nova 3 and Nova 3i in China and to the world globally via live stream. And now here in Malaysia, the new Nova duos are officially announced for a price tag of RM1899 and RM1249 respectively. Every Malaysian can now purchase it at every Huawei Concept Stores, authorized resellers, major Telco companies, as well as their own website here with the recent purchase option added starting on 28 July 2018.

One of the few feature highlights of the Nova duos is the GPU Turbo which is specifically made for gaming purpose. Not only does it disallow incoming messages, notifications and calls, but it actually boosts up the GPU's efficiency with the NPU and EMUI together, making the user interface and performance better as well as reducing battery consumption, that includes camera photography performance. The GPU Turbo will be available on 8 August 2018 onward via OTA update.

Here's how the front looks like, both the Nova duos are pretty identical

The back design in 2.5D glass and this looks too close to the P20

Similar design except that it has a fingerprint sensor over there

The Nova 3i using a microUSB port, whereas the Nova 3 will use the USB Type-C port

Your typical power and volume buttons, the hybrid SIM tray is on the other side

According to Huawei Malaysia, there are 8 scene recognition for the front camera for the Nova duos

It should be noted that the Nova 3i comes in two variants in other regions, but we will be getting the 4GB + 128GB. Of course, you can expect AI scene recognition to be on board and it works for the front camera as well. Then you also have 3D Qmoji, which you can create an animated emoji that mimics your facial expression.

By the way, the Huawei store will have a promo sale at IOI City Mall, Putrajaya on the said debut date above. The first 1000 customers who get it first will get a free Bluetooth earphone, an A2 Band and a Nerd Unit T-Shirt for free. There are also a bunch of Huawei AppGallery rewards worth up to RM1000 for new customers, you can check it out right here.

Stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 3 Primrose Gold edition is now officially available at the price of RM1919

Today Huawei has announced the launch of the Huawei Nova 3 Primrose Gold edition is now available starting today 27 September 2018. The price of the device starts from RM1919 and it is available for purchase at all Huawei Experience Stores across Malaysia, Official Huawei Online store and Digi Stores as well. Not only that, with each purchase of the Huawei Nova 3, you are entitled for a free Nova Privilege Card with rewards worth up to RM1000.

The Huawei Nova 3 in which it is running on the HiSilicon Kirin 970 chipset, 6GB of RAM, 128GB of internal storage, 16MP + 24MP rear camera setup, 24MP + 2MP front facing selfie camera, 6.3-inch display with a screen resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, and it is powered by a 3750mAh non-removable battery. You can find out more information about the devices on Huawei's official website and for more updates like these, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 3 - Super Night Shot vs Pro Mode

As smartphones continue to get more advanced by the months, the photo quality seems to rely less on hardware due to the improvement of software technology. By all means, DSLRs in the right hands will still always take better photos but in this article, we will be taking a look at how the Huawei Nova 3 performs at night and we have to say - we're much impressed. Check out how the Nova 3 fares at night photography between Super Night Shot vs Pro Mode!

In case you didn't know, the reason the Nova 3 is capable of shooting night photography is because of the Super Night Shot mode. This feature is also seen on the premium Huawei Mate 20 series as well as its relative, the honor 8X. A quick recap of how it works, the Super Night Shot works like a Pro Mode that helps you to adjust the settings automatically according to the environment. It will auto adjust the ISO and shutter speed, as well as stabilize the image without a tripod (cool, right?) with a feature known as AIS (AI stabilization).

On the other hand, if you don't want to choose the Super Night Shot mode, that's fine too because the Nova 3 is also equipped with Pro Mode. With that said, we decided to test the two modes to see which one turns out the best. Check out our comparison below!

Super Night Shot, much better than anticipated!

Pro mode - Light exposure is alright, but the signage looks a bit too glaring

Pro mode - Again, the signage lights are giving off too much, but it's a good effort nonetheless

Super Night Shot - Once again, a perfect balance between the light and shadow

Somehow, Pro Mode often gives off a "warm" colour saturation

On the other hand, Super Night Shot makes night photography look more "cool"

Personally, the Super Night Shot is one of the best features on the Nova 3. Not only does it maximize the effect, but the image quality is pretty good as well. The colours displayed do have some HDR in it but still, the effect is quite commendable. Super Night Shot is just the kind of feature that most casual photographers need, being able to balance the overall brightness and shadow. This doesn't mean that Pro Mode is useless, it's capable of taking good shots too but its just slower compared to Super Night Shot mode and needs a good deal more photography experience.

In addition, the Nova 3 also retains other night camera modes such as Light Grafitti, Star Trails, Silky Water and Traffic Trails. This feature has been around since the Huawei P9 series so it's good to see that the company has not forgotten about it. Among the four modes, Traffic Trails is the most used one for night city shots like these images below. If only the light pollution wasn't that much, I think the device would be capable of taking some galaxy photos as well with Star Trails. Anyway, check out the photo samples below!

Pro Mode - ISO 100, 4s shutter speed. Less exciting than the previous but I think it can also achieve the same level as Traffic Trails if there were enough cars

Pro Mode - ISO 50, 2s shutter speed. Boring trailing lights but a clean shot overall

Shot in Pro Mode, my colleague forgot to record down the settings lol but this is pretty good

But not as cool as this Traffic Trail light shot

Super Night Shot mode is one of the best smartphone features I've seen in a long time and this is just the beginning (so cliche, I know). My colleagues who took the photos above also enjoyed using it and to sum up the experience, it's a really convenient way of going around the city streets for a night photography activity without having to bring a tripod around.

Also for those who like to do creative shots, the four other modes - Light Grafitti, Star Trails, Silky Water and Traffic Trails are also available at your disposal. Just so you know, we aren't bashing the Pro Mode as being pointless, just that it is somewhat overshadowed by the convenience of Super Night Shot mode.

The Nova 3's dual rear camera setup features a 24MP + 16MP sensor with an aperture of f/1.8 for each. It's currently on sale for RM1699 and you can get it at your nearest Huawei Experience Store and authorized dealers across the nation. Stay tuned for more tech articles at TechNave.com.


ASUS ROG Phone 3 series release: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus chipset and 144Hz display from ~RM3935

ASUS has officially unveiled the ASUS ROG Phone 3 series, which consists of the ASUS ROG Phone 3, as well as the ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix Edition starting from the price of 999 Euros (~RM4921) and 799 Euros (~RM3935) respectively. As of now, there's no official information in regards to the Malaysia release date and local pricing for now.

In terms of the tech specs, the ASUS ROG Phone 3 comes equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus 5G chipset, up to 16GB of RAM, up to 512GB of internal storage, 6.59-inch FHD+ 144Hz AMOLED HDR10+ certified display and a 6000mAh internal battery which supports up to 30W fast charging. Camera-wise, the device has a 64MP + 13MP + 5MP rear camera while the front has a 24MP selfie camera.

The ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix Edition, on the other hand, comes equipped with largely the same specs except for the chipset which is a Snapdragon 865 5G, up to 8GB of RAM, and only up to 256GB of internal storage. In addition to that, the ROG Phone 3 series has many notable features such as the AirTrigger 3, which allows the users to comfortably input commands like abilities, shoot, reload, and more without the need to perform finger gymnastics on the display.

But that’s not all, the new and improved AirTrigger functionality now allows different kinds of inputs including swiping, sliding, as well as customizing the trigger zone to give users up to four triggers to play around with. Other than that, there’s also the GameFX which allows the device to provide much higher quality and immersive sound thanks to the 7 magnets embedded in the smartphone.

In order to keep the phone cool especially when running the most hardware demanding games out there, it has the ROG GameCool 3 System which features a 3D vapour chamber design as well as a heat sink that is 6 times larger than the ROG Phone 2. Thanks to the 6000mAh internal battery, ASUS claims that the ASUS ROG Phone 3 series with 30W fast charging is able to charge a completely drained phone to 4510mAh faster than a smartphone equipped with a 4510mAh battery with 30W fast charging.

Other than smartphones, ASUS also unveiled several new accessories such as the AeroActive Cooler 3 to help cool down the phone as well as provide additional I/O options, ROG Kunai 3 Gamepad for better controls, TwinView Dock 3 for dual 144Hz display, and more. To shed light on the ROG Kunai 3, the gamepad is able to be customized to have different grips to suit your needs and it’s able to be directly connected to the phone or via Bluetooth connection for up to 8 hours.

With all that said, would you be interested in getting the ASUS ROG Phone 3 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.


Huawei Nova 3 and Nova 3i officially announced in China from ~RM1205 with GPU Turbo, 3D Qmoji, quad cameras and more

While we're getting the Huawei Nova 3 launch in Malaysia tomorrow, Huawei officially announced the Nova 3 priced at 2990CNY(~RM1808) and Nova 3i starting from 1999CNY(~RM1205) today for China. Featuring flagship features like last year's Kirin 970 chipset with AI-driven functionality for the Nova 3, the midrange Kirin 710 chipset for the Nova 3i, notched fullHD full view displays, quad cameras and support for Huawei's upcoming GPU Turbo, the devices seem to be Huawei's answer for conquering the midrange.

Both the Nova 3 and Nova 3i look to offer two tone Huawei P20 Pro Twilight-like backsides, making them only the third series from Huawei to offer this design feature. Both offer quad cameras but the Nova 3 has 24MP+16MP dual rear cameras and 24MP+2MP dual front cameras while the Nova 3i offers 24MP + 2MP dual rear cameras and 16MP + 2MP dual front cameras.

Other tech specs include 6GB RAM + 128GB storage for the Nova 3 and a larger 3750 mAh battery along with a 9V/2A super charger. The Nova 3i offers 4GB RAM + 128GB storage and 6GB RAM + 64GB storage options which is priced at 2199CNY(~RM1326) but we expect the 4GB RAM + 128GB storage version to come to Malaysia if it does arrive. Both will support GPU Turbo and Huawei's new 3D Qmoji with the upcoming EMUI 8.1 update.

Available on pre-order in China, there's no exact news on Malaysia availability dates or pricing details, but we expect the Nova 3 to be around RM1749 while the Nova 3i could further shake up the market for RM1099. Aimed at the young and trendy, these new Huawei Nova smartphones should offer affordable options for those wanting a gaming cameraphone as Huawei gears up for its next batch of Kirin 980 flagships in the coming months. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more Huawei Nova coverage tomorrow.


Huawei Nova 3 and Nova 3i owners treated to a surprise karaoke party with Hannah Delisha

Yesterday on 1 October 2018, 30 lucky Celcom customers were given a big treat. Not only did they get to own the latest Huawei Nova 3 and Nova 3i, but they also had a surprise karaoke party with the local pop-star singer, Hannah Delisha for over two hours.

The surprise karaoke party with Hannah Delisha was an initiated and collaborated by both Celcom and Huawei Malaysia, as a gesture to show their appreciation to the customers who were one of the earliest owners of the Nova 3 series. Just for your information, any customer can own a free Nova 3i as long as they subscribe to Celcom's FIRST Platinum postpaid plan, or even get the Nova 3 from as low as RM84 per month with Celcom EasyPhone 24-month instalment with zero interest.

The Nova 3 and Nova 3i are currently sold at RM1899 and RM1249 respectively. For more information on Celcom’s packages price for Huawei Nova 3 and Nova 3i, please visit www.celcom.com.my and stay tuned for more local tech news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 3 and Nova 3i users can now join EMUI 9.0 beta test

So here's another round of EMUI 9.0 beta invite, this time around it's now available on the Huawei Nova 3 and Nova 3i smartphones and Huawei Malaysia is inviting all users of the Nova 3 series to join the test and give their feedback.

Like our previous news report, the EMUI 9.0 is offering new system speed enhancement, greater AI capabilities, HiVision, AI e-commerce, Huawei Share, phone clone and new ways to improve users’ interaction. In addition, GPU Turbo is also part of the operating system and it's made for the gaming enthusiasts for a smoother gaming experience and temperature control. Below are the steps to participate in the beta test:

For more information on the EMUI 9.0, you can refer to this global website link here but do note that the EMUI 9.0 version may differ in different countries. Have fun!


Huawei Nova 3 performance review - Decent performer with AI features

The Huawei Nova 3 is equipped with the HiSilicon Kirin 970 with embedded NPU to help with AI Photography as well as various AI functions available in the phone. Not only that, the device is also equipped with a more than capable camera filled with various features to further stylize your pictures.

Putting the Huawei Nova 3 through various benchmarks such as the Antutu Benchmark which it has managed to score 208878 points, ranking it at 26th place on the list. 3D Mark on the other hand, the device scored 2916 on OpenGL ES 3.1 and 3148 on Vulkan.

CPU-Z showcasing the Hardware of the Huawei Nova 3

Running the device through real world benchmarks using the GameBench monitoring utility, Other than the occasional stutters while loading the game, Asphalt 9 and PUBG Mobile ran smoothly with no frame drops during gameplay.

Based on the benchmarks above, the Huawei Nova 3 is a decent performer when it comes to mobile gaming as well as general tasks. For the price RM1919, I would say that the Huawei Nova 3 is a great general use phone that is feature filled, has AI and also fashionable. You can get the Huawei Nova 3 at any Huawei Official Stores, authorized dealers as well as Huawei’s official website. For more updates like these, stay tuned to TechNave.com. You can check out the video test of both PUBG Mobile and Asphalt 9 below.


Huawei Nova 3 series price slashed as low as RM1099 + 11.11 Single Day Sale promo

Hello, November! Or should I say, NOVAember hahah (sorry #badpun) anyway, starting from this month until 11.11, Huawei Malaysia will be promoting several gadgets with discounts and the eye-catching ones are the Nova 3 series. According to the Huawei online store, the Huawei Nova 3 and Nova 3i will be retailed at RM1699 and RM1099 respectively today!

In addition to that, customers who purchase either one of the smartphones will be granted a Nova VIP Privilege card that offers exclusive gifts and vouchers worth up to RM1000. But that's not all, there will also be some flash deals, a 5% discount promo, as well as vouchers going up to RM250 for selected smartphones, laptops and tablets on 11 November 2018. Subscribing to Huawei's online store will also give you a chance to win a free Wooden Bluetooth Speaker.

You can also find out more gadgets in their online store right here, it also looks like the Mate 20X will be arriving soon these coming days for RM3199. Stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 3e at RM1320 + cash-back and a special AppGallery that offers discounts for AirAsia and others

As some of you already know, the Huawei Nova 3e (aka P20 Lite) will start to go on sale on 25 May 2018 at the price of RM1399 (inclusive of GST) for now, which can be purchased at every Huawei Experience Stores and selected authorised dealers. However, there is a special rebate cash-back for the selfie phone. Starting now until 31 May 2018, the Nova 3e is priced at RM1320 and has a RM79 cash-back. You will also receive a complimentary tripod Selfie Stick worth RM68 for every purchase of HUAWEI nova 3e; while stocks last.

We already have most of the tech-specs and hands-on coverage right over here, so do check it out if you want to know more. But in addition to that, it appears that the phone also has a pre-installed Huawei AppGallery and it's dubbed as the official App Store of Huawei, where the gallery of local apps caters and enrich the user's daily life with attractive offers, products and services. The AppGallery contains a 3-layer security check for each application for security measures, and supports localised services for both App users and developers.

It should also be noted that the AppGallery is not available on the Apple or Google Playstore since it's pre-installed in the Nova 3e only. Below is the list of confirmed brands that are partnering with Huawei to offer more perks and discounts for Malaysians:

Stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 3e coming soon to Malaysia + first look hands-on pictures

By now, you should have seen our Huawei Nova 3e hands-on video since yesterday (14 May) and yes, it's another Nova model that's coming soon to Malaysia. Also known as the P20 Lite in other regions, there's no official release date yet but we do have some hands-on pictures and specification information.

Coming with dual camera technologies with a monochrome sensor, a face unlock, AR lens and more, there's actually a reason behind the name Nova 3e. The 3e simply carry the meaning of three unique Es which are 'Excellent craftsmanship', 'Evolution of Fullview Display and photography', and 'Efficient user experience'.

Judging by the 3 Es moniker, the phone does stand by its name thanks to the round glass panels and shiny surface. According to the company, the body material is made of aviation-grade aluminium alloy and this really reminds us of the P10 Lite last year

Screen-to-body aspect ratio has increased as well and the with a 5.84-inch display is labelled as Fullview Display 2.0 for a better viewing experience

Of course, you have the 24MP front camera which is a first in the Nova family

Is that a microUSB port? Nope, it's USB Type-C! It has Fast Charging technology with 9V/2A capability

Overall, the phone is really compact and nice to hold

Infrarred sensor on top, by the way, we were told that that the Bluetooth connectivity can connect two devices at the same time

Lastly, the Nova 3e will be running on the latest EMUI 8.0 (based on Android 8.0 Oreo) out of the box which utilises the AI for speed and performance optimization. Below is the list of the tech-specs:

Excited about the Nova 3e yet? Stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 3e hands-on video leaked, looks the same as the P20 Lite

By now, you should have heard about the new Huawei P20 series lineup. The devices will be revealed soon at the end of this month in Paris, France but before we get to that, there is another Huawei phone by the name of Nova 3e and it looks exactly the same as the P20 Lite. Some even did a recording of the device and uploaded it to YouTube.

Just as the honor 7X, it was renamed as the Mate SE instead for the U.S.A. market. So according to several Weibo users, the Nova 3e and P20 Lite renders are copies of each other and it's possible that the former is just a name change for the China market. From the video, it seems that the P20 Lite will come in a glossy glass design with dual rear cameras. Of course, you can also see the obvious front top-notch design and a rear fingerprint sensor.

As for the tech-specs, TENAA listing has revealed that both phones share the same stuff too. There will be a Kirin 659 processor, 4GB of RAM,64GB of internal storage, which is expandable up to 256GB, a 5.8-inch display (19:9 aspect ratio) in 1080p, a 16MP front camera and a pair of 16MP + 2MP rear cameras, 3000mAh battery, EMUI 8.0 based on Android Oreo, as well as having Face Unlock and HiAssistant (think of it like Google Assitant).

Knowing Huawei Malaysia's pattern, we will likely get the P20 Lite in the Malaysia market. Are you looking forward to the new series? Stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 3e review - Selfie focused mid-range smartphone

The Huawei Nova 3e, also known as the Huawei P20 Lite in certain markets is a mid-range selfie focused smartphone that comes packed with features and performance for the price of RM1399. Although it doesn’t come with features found on higher-end flagship devices such as the AI assisted camera or battery management which is found on the Huawei P20 and P20 Pro, it's still a device worth considering if you are looking for something in the mid-range category. In this review, we'll be taking a look at the selfie focused Huawei Nova 3e to determine whether the features justify it's price.

At a glance you can see that the display of the Huawei Nova 3e features a display notch that houses the earpiece, proximity sensor, as well as the 24MP selfie camera. Not only that, there is no physical home button on the device, instead Huawei’s very own logo takes the place of the home button at the bottom of the display.

On the rear you’ll be pleased to see that the back is glass as well, with that being said, the device is quite the fingerprint magnet, so it’s best to have the phone enclosed in a case to prevent smudges and minor scratches while handling it. The screen of the Nova 3e is bright, contrasty, and it also also features a FullView Display design which improves the user experience of the device through minimalising the bezels of the screen as well as giving the user a better grip while handling the phone.

The Nova 3e Bottom chin - No physical home button

Bottom - USB Type-C, Speaker, 3.5mm Audio Socket

On the rear of the device, you’ll find the dual 16MP + 2MP rear camera with an LED flash located slightly below it, and the fingerprint scanner on the other hand is located towards the middle of the phone. Around the metal sides of the device you get a dual SIM tray slot on the left where you can fit two SIM cards or a SIM card and a MicroSD card, on the right side you’ll find the power button as well as the volume rocker on the right side. At the bottom of the Nova 3e you also get the speaker grill, 3.5mm audio socket, and a USB Type-C connector.

The screen of the Nova 3e is definitely bright and full of contrast, along with bezels so thin you’d be surprised how they managed to fit a 5.84-inch display onto a device of this size. Last but not least, the device also comes in 2 different colours which are the Klein Blue and Midnight Black.

Dual rear camera and the Fingerprint Sensor

The Huawei Nova 3e is heavily focused on the selfie aspect of the device, that being said the Nova 3e packs in a 24MP front facing selfie camera which is also used to unlock your phone using it's Face Unlock Feature. Interestingly, the Face Unlock struggles under lowlight conditions, in order to alleviate this, it is recommended to set your screen brightness high enough for the sensor to detect your face under lowlight conditions. It is also best to note that the face unlock feature isn’t exactly blazing fast, but it is definitely useable to say the least.

But users can definitely fall back on the more reliable fingerprint unlock, that way, you do not need to power on the display when you need to unlock your phone. The device also features a Dual-SIM card slot in which the second slot can be used as a MicroSD card slot to expand the internal storage by up to 256GB.

Left: Rear Camera modes. Right: Selfie Camera modes

Face Mask and AR Lens Background replacement

There are several features that come pre-installed in the Huawei Nova 3e including but not limited to the AR Lens, such as the Background Replacement, Panorama, Slow-Mo Video, Camera Filters and Face masks. The AR Lens is a fun little feature which allows you to replace the background with effects that are downloadable through the camera app itself.

In terms of performance, the Huawei Nova 3e is definitely smooth for day to day usage. I have yet to experience any significant lag although your mileage may vary depending on your use case. Gaming performance, on the other hand, I could feel the device stuttering every now and then while playing PUBG Mobile which is on balanced setting with the frame rate setting set to medium.

However, it is best to note that the phone can get uncomfortably hot at times. Battery life on the other hand did not last as long while playing PUBG Mobile as the battery levels dipped down by 12% to 15% on average while playing on the "Balanced setting" for 25 minutes.

In terms of connectivity I did not experience any drop in connection or network degredation while playing PUBG mobile as well as downloading large files through a WiFi connection. In terms of call quality, it is pretty stable as well and the call receiver is able to hear me clear enough through the Nova 3e's inbuilt microphone. Playing Asphalt 8: Airborne, however, was rather smooth and I did not notice any slowdown during intense moments such as the start of the race, explosions and crashes between the cars themselves. The battery did not go down as much during Asphalt 8 as I was able to go through 4 races back to back and it only went down by as much as 4% on the Battery indicator

The device stutters a little while on PUBG mobile and it also gets uncomfortably warm during extended play

Closing in to the finish line! Colours pop with the high contrast screen and no noticeable lags during gameplay

The camera of the Huawei Nova 3e is able to take pictures up to 16MP for the dual rear camera and up to 24MP for the front facing selfie camera along with videos up to Full HD 1080P, unfortunately the video settings does not show any information such as what frame rate it is capturing at. Being a selfie focused device, it does not have an AI assisted camera like the Huawei P20 and P20 Pro, which helps improve the quality of the pictures taken.

If you have a steady hand and some selfie taking know how, this isn't an issue though. The speakers for the Nova 3e is loud and clear at the maximum settings with barely noticeable audio distortion. It is even audible from the next room depending on the thickness of the wall.

The rear camera is able to take decent pictures as well with it's 16MP + 2MP rear sensor although it lacks in lowlight as pictures taken during lowlight situations seem to have some noise and grain present in the image. Selfies taken during lowlight situations look great due to the high megapixel count of the selfie camera, which helps in reducing noise in the picture.

Landscape shot with various colours present in the image

Rear camera performance for well-lit vs lowlight Subject

Selfie camera performance for well-lit vs lowlight

Video resolution screen options - no FPS choices though

The Huawei Nova 3e which is priced at RM1320(0% GST) is a great camera centric phone that offers high resolution selfie picture and colour popping images through its 24MP front facing selfie camera as well as the 16MP + 2MP rear camera. It comes with a whopping 128GB internal storage and 9v/2A fast charging which we rarely see on other phones of it's price range. I would say that Huawei definitely put a lot of focus into the camera sensors and image processors of this device, and it is on par with or even better compare to the two of the popular selfie focused phones of same price range which is the Oppo F7 and the Vivo V9.

On the flipside, the Huawei Nova 3e loses out in terms of raw performance as compared to the other devices mentioned. To conclude this review, if you are looking for a camera focused smartphone as your daily driver for taking selfies and occassional photographs, the Huawei Nova 3e would make a great choice for the price of RM1320.

Check out our first impressions video here


Huawei Nova 3e to go on sale starting from 25 May 2018 for RM1399

This just came in, Huawei Malaysia has just officially announced that the Nova 3e (also known as the P20 Lite in other regions) will be available from 25 May 2018 onwards. The recommended retail price is also revealed as RM1399 (inclusive of GST) for now and it can be purchased at every Huawei Experience Stores and selected authorised dealers nationwide.

In addition to that, the Nova 3e is also included within the recently announced 6% cash-back list which is RM79. So taking that into our calculation, you can actually get the phone at RM1320 only and customers will also receive a complimentary tripod Selfie Stick worth RM68 for every purchase of HUAWEI nova 3e; while stocks last.

To check out the full tech-specs and hands-on pictures, you can head over here to read all about it. Stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


ASUS ROG Phone 3 spotted on EEC and it's equipped with up to 12GB of RAM

It seems that the ASUS ROG Phone 3 has been spotted on EEC, which gives us an idea on what to expect when the device is officially unveiled sometime in the near future. Based on the certification, it seems that the ASUS ROG Phone 3 will be available in two variants which are the 8GB variant and 12GB variant.

While not much is known in regards to the release date, the source did mention that co-CEO ASUS hinted that the aforementioned smartphone, as well as the ZenFone 7, will most likely be unveiled somewhere around Q3 2020.

With all that said, do take some of the information mentioned with a grain of salt, due to the fact that ASUS has yet to provide an official statement on the leaks. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, full tech specs, and local pricing for one.

Would you be interested in getting the ASUS ROG Phone 3 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.


Huawei Nova 3i Pearl White is now officially available for RM1299

Huawei has announced the launch of the Huawei Nova 3i priced at RM1299 and it is available at all Huawei Experience Stores, Huawei Online Store as well as Huawei authorized dealers nationwide. Not only that, those who purchase the Huawei Nova 3i will be eligible for exclusive gifts and vouchers worth up to RM1000.

The Huawei Nova 3i is running on the HiSilicone Kirin 710 chipset, 4GB of RAM, 128GB of internal memory, 16MP + 2MP rear camera setup, 24MP + 2MP front facing selfie camera, 6.3-inch display with a screen resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels and it is powered by a 3340mAh non-removable battery. You can check out more about the device on Huawei's official website and for more updates like these, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 3i now available in Celcom, Digi and Maxis Postpaid plans from RM0

By now, most of you should be aware that the Huawei Nova 3i is already out in Malaysia for RM1249 across the nation. We also mentioned that major telcos will have some plans for the device and we finally have the information you need to know, particularly from Celcom, Digi and Maxis.

Starting with the blue telco, Celcom customers will have an opportunity to own the Nova 3i for free if they sign up for either the FIRST Platinum or Platinum Plus plan starting from RM148 per month. Aside from getting the phone for free under these two plans, you can also enjoy Unlimited Calls with 60GB Internet data, an unlimited iflix VIP Access and a mega 100GB Super Video Walla. Celcom customers can also get the Nova 3i from subscribing to FIRST Gold Plus and Gold Supreme.

For more information, you can visit Celcom's page here

Digi also has a fantastic plan for their customers, where customers can purchase the device at only RM1 with either Digi Postpaid 190 or 160 plan. Upon subscribing to either one, you will definitely enjoy unlimited calls, 100GB and 70GB of Internet date respectively, as well as 5GB roaming Internet Data + 60 minutes calls for free.

Moreover, if you happen to be a new Nova 3i user under Digi's plan, the yellow telco will give a complimentary 60GB Internet data plan and it's applicable to all new registrations, port-ins, as well as existing Digi Postpaid customers who are on the Digi Postpaid 80 plan and above, excluding Digi Postpaid Family Plans.

For more information, you can visit Digi's page here

Wait, there's more - This can only be done if they purchase the Nova 3i at any Huawei Experience Store, Display Zones or authorized dealers. After that, they will be given a Nova Membership Card which they can access into the Huawei VIP app and check into Digi's page to redeem the free 60GB Internet data promotional code, then log in to digi.my/nova3 to key in the code. This will end on 30 September 2018.

Last but not least, Maxis users can also get the Nova 3i at RM1 as well if they subscribe to the MaxisONE 188 and 158 Plan. Of course, like all telco Postpaid plans, they will be bound to a 24-month contract but at least they will have 50GB of Internet data (no split between weekday and weekend), unlimited calls and SMS too. If you get the MaxisONE 188, the shared lines can be shared with up to four people and there's also a free pair of Huawei Sports Headphones Lite.

For more information, you can visit Maxis page here

So those are the telco plans for now, you can also check out the rest of the Nova 3i co-branding deal details (promotions are valid until 31 December 2018) over here. Stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 4 officially launched in Sunway Pyramid, more than 100 contestants took part in the Amazing nova Search

The Huawei Nova 4 that was made available on 14 February 2019, during the roadshow in Sunway Pyramid Shopping Mall. Those who managed to be the first 50 customers to purchase the aforementioned device, were given free gifts worth up to RM600 such as a free Bluetooth Headset as well as a limited edition Valentine’s Day Huawei A2 Band. The event was also graced by Huawei Nova Malaysia's ambassador, Hannah Delisha who interacted with fans and Huawei customers buyers alike.

The Amazing nova Search contest was also held during the launch, more than 100 contestants had to run around the mall to search for four nova agents who are holding cards that spell out NOVA when put together. Fret not for those who are not living within the area as Huawei plans to conduct the Amazing nova Search in other malls as well.

To give more information regarding the Huawei Nova 4, the device is running on the HiSilicon Kirin 970 chipset, 8GB of RAM, 128GB of internal storage, 20MP + 16MP + 2MP rear sensor, 25MP front-facing selfie camera, 6.4-inch IPS display with a screen resolution of 1080 x 2310 pixels and it is powered 3750mAh non-removable battery.


Huawei Nova 4 pre-order date starting from 8 February 2019 + rewards from the VIP App

When the Huawei Nova 4 was first revealed a couple of days ago, it was announced that the launching date is on 14 February 2019 but the pre-order date was unknown until today. That said, Huawei Malaysia has officially announced that the pre-order period will start from 8 February until 13 February 2019 for RM1899.

To assure that you get the unit first, you can head down to any Huawei Experience Store and do a deposit of RM200. Then on Valentine's Day, you can pay the rest of the remaining RM1699 upon collecting the new selfie smartphone. In addition, you can also go to its official online store and make a full payment of RM1899 during the pre-order period, even receiving a RM50 voucher. With every pre-order made, customers will be able to get a freebie gift of a Bluetooth headset, a premium gift pack (while stock lasts) and reward up to RM1000 through the HUAWEI VIP app.

About the rewards through the VIP app which you can download from the Google Play Store. Below is the list of participating HUAWEI brand partners and rewards:

Stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 4 revealed with a 25MP front camera dot on its full-screen display, up to 48MP + 16MP + 2MP. cameras & more starting ~RM1880

Today, the Huawei Nova 4 has been revealed in China. Just as the teasers suggest, this will be Huawei's first full screen with a dot on the top left (doesn't have an official English term for it yet) which is the 25MP front camera. There are two models but isn't based on memory capacity, but rather the triple camera configuration. The starting price is 3099 Yuan (~RM1880) and 3399 Yuan (~RM2062).

So what are the two different camera configurations? According to the event, the standard version sports a 20MP + 16MP + 2MP and then for the other model, it carries a 48MP + 16MP + 2MP. On top of that, the one with the higher camera configuration can support 960fps for slow-motion capture.

Speaking of cameras, Huawei claims to have the world's tiniest front camera featuring a 25MP sensor. With this, they were able to achieve a pretty high screen-ratio of up to 91.8% and the dot also fits quite well with the notification signals on top, making it blend in seamlessly (although playing games is another story).

As usual, AI Beauty mode is still on board (of course) and it's said to have improved software on facial shape, skin colour and others. Nova 4 also now supports WeChat video for selfie purpose. Besides that, the rest of the tech specs are the Kirin 970 processor, 8GB of RAM, 128GB internal storage, 6.4-inch full-screen display, 3750mAh battery and others.

So what do you think of the dot design on the display? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 5 Pro could be announced alongside the Nova 5 and 5i

Based on reports, there is a big possibility that there will be a third device in the Nova 5 series, namely the Huawei Nova 5 Pro which was spotted on JD.com. This is the first time in the company’s history, that the Nova series will come with a Pro variant. Based on the leaked images, we can expect the Huawei Nova 5 Pro to come with beefier specs, slim bezels, quadruple camera sensors in the rear, and even an in-display fingerprint sensor.

As of now, there is not much that is known about the Huawei Nova 5 Pro including the price and the official availability date. What we do know, however, is that the device will officially launch on 21 June 2019 and it will be available in 4 different colours namely Red-ish Orange, Black, Purple, and green.

Do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, as there was no official statement made by Huawei. For more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 5 Pro hands-on photos leaked online, confirming quad rear camera setup, in-display fingerprint and more

Despite the on-going trade war between the US government and Huawei, Huawei is still planning to release their smartphones and this includes the Nova 5 series which has been picking up some steam recently. Previously, we saw the concept renders and it looked really nice. Turns out that it's not much different from the latest hands-on photo of the Nova 5 Pro.

The Nova 5 Pro looks better than the predecessor in terms of design, being capable to "shine" outwardly from the camera module area. The colour names given are also a bit confusing as Phantom Black and Blue are combining with a different shade of colours respectively, the same case as the HONOR 20 series. We aren't sure what kind of materials they used but they will probably inform us when the release day comes. Oh, there are a total of four cameras on the back, while a single front camera is hanging out on the front, within the waterdrop notch.

The front and back of Phantom Black (it combines with green shades)

Nothing too extraordinary on the front look, though

And this right here, it's called Phantom Blue (combining with purple)

Besides that, it's also said that the Nova 5 Pro will feature a FHD+ display in 1080p, 32MP selfie snapper, 8GB of RAM, 256GB internal storage, and a SuperCharge 40W which is super fast. This new hands-on photo also suggests that there will be an in-display fingerprint sensor as well.

The Nova 5 Pro will likely be released in Malaysia as well since the series is popular. Until then, stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 5 may be released with Kirin 980, triple rear cameras and in-display fingerprint reader

On XDA, the Huawei Nova 5 has been listed as one of Huawei’s upcoming devices to feature the Kirin 980 chipset. According to leaks, the device may also rock a triple rear camera setup as well as 40W SuperCharge support.

In addition, it seems like cases for the device has also been leaked, giving out some tech specs for the device. The display may measure at 6.39 inches with a notched FHD+ screen. As the back of the casing does not come with a cutout for the rear mounted fingerprint scanner, it leads us to believe that the device may be released with an AMOLED display to accommodate an in-display fingerprint reader. Besides that, we may be seeing a 3500mAh battery capacity with 40W SuperCharge support and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Leaked concept renders of the Huawei Nova 5

Renders for the device surfaced online as well, showing off the gradient purple to light blue design. Another colour variant for the device that we’ve seen is black. From what we can see, the design looks almost similar to the Huawei P30 except for the positioning of the LED flash which is placed to the right of the vertical camera setup.

No info has been revealed as to how the front of the device would look like but it is likely that the device may be following the Huawei Nova 4’s design with a punch hole display or even a notch like the Huawei P30 given the rear design of the device. What do you think of the Huawei Nova 5? Keep up with more Huawei Nova 5 news and leaks on TechNave.com!


Huawei Nova 5 series with 7nm Kirin 810 officially unveiled in China starting from ~RM1208

Huawei has unveiled the Huawei Nova 5 series in China, starting from the price of RMB1999(~RM1208) for the Nova 5i, while the Nova 5 and Nova 5 Pro will be priced from RMB2799(~RM1692) and RMB2999(~RM1812) respectively. The Huawei Nova 5 is the first smartphone by Huawei, to come equipped with the latest 7nm HiSilicon Kirin 810 chipset.

Not only that, but the series also features the 40W Fast Charging, up to 3500mAh non-removable, as well as an in-display fingerprint sensor. There is also a limited edition Huawei Nova 5 Pro Star, which features the new Nova logo which is engraved at the back of the device as well as Huawei's Freelace earphones bundled together.

As of now, there is no news on when the Huawei Nova 5 series will be in Malaysia as well as the official local pricing of the devices. Are you planning on upgrading to the latest Nova series? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 5T launched with Kirin 980, 5 AI cameras in total and more at RM1599

Another flagship spec mid-range device has entered the Malaysian market. The Huawei Nova 5T is the latest addition to the Nova 5 family. The device features some flagship grade tech specs and features which include a quad camera setup alongside Huawei’s current best SoC, the Kirin 980. All those specs and features will only cost RM1599.

Fans and customers can start to pre-order the Nova 5T on 29 August until 5 September 2019 and as usual, exclusive gifts worth up to RM325 will be bundled together which includes a Huawei mini speaker and a SuperCharge in-car charger. On top of that, the 1-year extended warranty will be included as well, even if it passes the pre-order period until 31 September 2019.

Besides the exclusive gifts, Huawei Malaysia is also rewarding Nova users with promotions from the company's Member Center App where a Level-Up Program (trade-up) can be found. The Level-Up Program will start from 7 September 2019 onwards at selected Huawei stores for users to redeem prizes and privileges, the locations are:

Check out the 6.26-inch FullView display! Tech specs for the device include Kirin 980 chipset, 8GB RAM + 128GB internal storage (non-expandable), a 3750mAh battery capacity with 22.5W fast charge support (charging brick included in the box) and more

The rear of the Purple variant is reminiscent of the Huawei Nova 5

Volume rocker and side mounted fingerprint reader/power button on the right side

The three designs of the device - Midsummer Purple, Crush Blue and Black

On the other hand, the MediaPad M5 Lite also appeared alongside for RM1299. It sports a 10.1-inch FHD IPS display, a Kirin 659 processor, 7500mAh battery (QuickCharge technology), Harman Kardon-tuned quad speakers and exclusive gifts (mini speaker and M Pen during the same pre-order date)

Camera-wise, the device comes with a 32MP AI selfie camera, nestled in the punch-hole display. The rear camera comes with quad cameras with 48MP + 16MP (ultrawide) + 2MP (macro) + 2MP (depth) sensors. In usual Huawei fashion, you can expect pretty impressive night shots with the AIS Super Night Mode. In terms of design, the device will be released in three colour models: Midsummer Purple, Crush Blue and Black.

If you love fashion and want to get a device that would definitely accentuate that, this is the phone for you. Do you agree? Keep up with the latest Huawei news on TechNave.com!

p.s - The Huawei MediaPad M5 Lite tablet was also announced, which you can check out here.


ASUS ROG Phone 4 official teaser image spotted. Launch happening soon?

It seems that a teaser image regarding the ASUS ROG Phone 4 has been spotted on ASUS’ official weibo account, hinting that the smartphone is most likely going be to be unveiled very soon. While not much is known in regards to the exact release date, it does give us a better idea on what to expect when it is available in the global market.

In terms of the tech specs, it seems that the smartphone in question will most likely come equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset as well as a 120Hz display. Not only that, but we can expect the phone to have a larger battery or faster charging of up to 100W.

However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that ASUS has yet to provide an official statement on the alleged tech specs. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs of the ROG Phone 4.

Would you be interested in getting the ASUS ROG Phone 4 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.


Huawei Nova 5T might have 8GB of RAM, 5.5-inch display and Android Q beta test

So over the weekend, Google apparently leaked some new information about a new smartphone. Promptly called as the Huawei Nova 5T, the image has already been taken down from the Enterprise Directory, as well as its name "disappearing" in the Android Q beta device listing. Here's what we know about the device so far.

Even though the image got taken down in the directory, what happens on the Internet stays on the Internet. From the image, the Nova 5T features an 8GB of RAM, a 5.5-inch display, 128GB and 256GB of storage, Android 9 out of the box, and supports NFC and fingerprinting. Now that's not a lot of information, but thankfully, @rquandt from Twitter somehow got the full tech specs and says otherwise, claiming the Nova 5T is an HONOR 20 clone.

Hate to burst the bubble, but the Google Enterprise listing is wrong. The Huawei Nova 5T really is just a rebranded Honor 20 (on right, look at antenna lines, fp reader / usb port placement etc) It's 6.26in. Not the 5.5in bezel-less compact dream phone some'd like it to be. pic.twitter.com/w3Btl2iPyJ

According to his sources from Synnex, the Nova 5T should feature a Kirin 980 chipset, EMUI 9.1, a bigger 6.26-inch display, a quad rear camera (48MP + 16MP + 2MP + 2MP), 32MP front camera, and a 3750mAh battery pack. So yes, just like the HONOR 20. We talked about the device appearing at the Android Q beta as well, but it's no longer there so do take this piece of news with a grain of salt.

So what do you think of the phone? Should Huawei just make another Nova 5 variant or it's enough? Stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 5i Pro launched in China with quad cameras starting from ~RM1316

The Huawei Nova 5i Pro was launched earlier today in China. It features some pretty impressive stuff such as a quad rear camera setup, a punch hole display and the Kirin 810 chipset. The device comes in 3 variants with the 6GB + 128GB priced at 2199 Yuan (~RM1316), the 8GB + 128GB priced at 2499 Yuan (~RM1496) and the 8GB + 256GB priced at 2799 Yuan (~RM1675).

Tech specs of the device include a 6.26 inch HD+ display, the Kirin 810 chipset, 6GB / 8GB RAM + 128GB / 256GB internal storage, a hybrid SIM slot, 4000mAh battery capacity with 22.5W fast charging support, a USB-C port, a rear mounted fingerprint reader and a 3.5mm headphone jack. As for its camera, the device comes with a quad rear camera setup with 48MP + 8MP (wide angle) + 2MP (macro) + 2MP (depth) sensors which are set in a square setup similar to the Huawei Mate 20 series. Meanwhile, the selfie camera is equipped with a 32MP sensor. Both the rear and selfie cameras come with 4-in-1 pixel binning.

Design-wise, the device comes in 3 colours: Midnight Black, Aurora and Emerald Green. The front and back of the device is covered in glass with a metallic frame. It has been rumoured that the Nova 5i Pro may be named the Huawei Mate 30 Lite in other countries so we may be seeing the device here in Malaysia under that name. However, no Malaysia release date or Malaysia price has been announced so do take that info with a grain of salt. Are you looking forward to seeing this device in our shores? Keep up with the latest Huawei news on TechNave.com!


Huawei Nova 5i Pro with 48MP camera officially launching on 26 July 2019 in China

It’s official: Huawei has announced that the Huawei Nova 5i Pro is set to launch in China on the 26 July 2019. Based on the teaser image of the device, it is confirmed that the aforementioned device will be equipped with a 32MP front-facing camera fitted in the punch-hole notch to the top left of the display. Not only that, but the placement of the rear camera setup and fingerprint sensor location shows striking similarities to the Huawei Mate 20 X.

In terms of the camera specs, the smartphone is expected to come with a quad-camera system consisting of a 48MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP image sensors. Other than that, it is equipped with the new HiSilicon Kirin 810 which is built under the new 7nm process, up to 8GB of RAM as well as up to 256GB of internal storage.

That all being said, there is currently no official information on the official Malaysia release date as well as the local pricing of the device. What do you think of the Huawei Nova 5i Pro? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 5i spotted on TENAA still runnning on the Android OS

The Huawei Nova 5i has been spotted on TENAA, and the midrange phone comes with various specs such as a HiSilicon Kirin 710 chipset, up to 8GB of RAM, up to 128GB of non-expandable internal storage as well as a 3900mAh non-removable battery. Not only that, but the phone also comes with a 24MP front-facing selfie camera. While in the rear, there will be a 24MP + 8MP + 2MP + TOF rear camera as well as a fingerprint sensor.

Software-wise, the smartphone is expected to run on the Android 9.0 Pie with EMUI 9 on top of it. Seeing how Huawei is still under trade ban with the US, there could be a possibility that Huawei could be switching the operating system to Ark OS in the future. Do take the information given with a grain of salt, as Huawei has yet to comment on the subject. For more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 6 5G appears in Vmall store before its launch day

We've seen the renders and a first look intro video of the Huawei Nova 6 5G in the last few weeks. Now, the actual product has been spotted in a Vmall store in China, prior to the phone's launch date of 6 December 2019.

A post from a Weibo user shows off the front, side and back. It shows off the front camera, the textured power button, and the vertical camera setup at the back. The fantastic screen-to-body ratio is also very evident with these images. Overall, pretty much what you'd expect it to look like.

The Nova 6 5G is expected to come with high-end tech specs, which includes a Kirin 990 chipset, 8 or 12GB of RAM, and 256GB of internal storage. Besides the rear camera mentioned earlier, this phone will also feature a fingerprint sensor integrated into the power button and 40W fast-charging to go with its beefy 4000 mAh battery.

Retail pricing for the device in China starts from 3499 yuan (~RM2077) but the Malaysian pricing has not been confirmed yet, so you'll have to wait. Having said that, 5G is not at a level that's compelling enough for folks in Malaysia to invest in a 5G device. It's possible that this variant won't be available here in the near future.

Are you keen on getting this device, or would you just go for the standard variant? Let us know on our Facebook page! Also, stay tuned to TechNave.com for news on further updates on this smartphone.


Huawei Nova 6 5G scores 100 on DXOMARK for selfies, takes number one spot

It may not have officially launched but DXOMARK has already gotten its hands on the Huawei Nova 6 5G for camera benchmarks. Results indicate that the device's front camera is clearly an impressive one, considering that it has now been crowned number one in DXOMARK's Selfie category with a score of 100.

The Nova 6 5G is an upcoming device that features a dual-lens setup for its front camera. It pairs an f/2.0 aperture 1/2.8-inch 32MP main sensor with a secondary f/2.2 aperture 8MP sensor for wide-angle shots. According to DXOMARK, the Nova 6 5G's front camera has good exposure in various conditions, mostly accurate white balance, and high levels of detail.

Is this be the device you'll want to upgrade your selfie game? Give us a comment or two on our Facebook page. Also, stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


Huawei Nova 6 SE might be coming soon in December and it looks like the Apple iPhone 11 series

The highly anticipated new Huawei device that comes under the Nova series named Nova 6 5G is going to make a debut on 5 December 2019. But now, there is a rumour that the Nova 6 5G is not going face the world alone. There is another device which is said to be the Huawei Nova 6 SE will be announced as well.

At first, you might find the naming of the device sounds familiar. YES! HUAWEI may have borrowed the idea from Apple of using the SE suffix to name a compact device. However, it does not stop here. Not only the name, but the appearance of the device will also stir up the memories of the newly designed iPhone 11 series that was launched in September this year.

Nova 6 SE’s design looks similar as it uses the same square design to house its cameras at the back, but instead of three cameras, the Nova 6 SE has four cameras with a flashlight located outside the square. On the front, there is a punch-hole camera positioned at top left corner. To add on, the phone will house a Kirin 810 chipset which confirms it as a mid-range device. However, it is said that it will get a flagship feature which is 40W SuperCharge technology that is being used on the Mate 30 series. Other specs have not been revealed yet as this is still a fresh rumour.

Let us hope for this device will truly be announced with Nova 6 5G on the launch day to give us more options to choose from the series. Share your thoughts on this rumoured device with us on our Facebook page! For more phone rumours, stay tuned on TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 6 could come with 5G-capabilities next year

Huawei nova 5, for illustration purposes only

Evan Blass has recently tweeted on his Twitter account, stating that the next year’s Huawei Nova 6 is expected to come with 5G-capabilities. Not only that, but just like the Nova 5 series, the Huawei Nova 6 would most likely be powered by the HiSilicon Kirin 980 or even the 990 chipset.

In addition to that, it might also feature the Balong 5000 modem as well which allows it to achieve theoretical download speeds of up to 7.5Gbps. With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, as there was no official statement by Huawei in regards to Evan Blass’ statement.

Would you be interested in purchasing the Huawei Nova 6 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.


Huawei Nova 6 will be the first 5G device from Nova lineup

The Huawei Nova 6 5G is going to be another big hit from the Nova series. Not long ago, the two smartphones have been spotted on the TENAA listing registered by Huawei carrying the model numbers WLZ-AN00 and WLZ-AL10. One of them is rumored to be the new Huawei Nova 6 5G and another one will be the 4G version.

This time, the Huawei Nova 6 5G will be the first 5G device added into the Nova lineup. The rendering of the device shows two front cameras that form a pill-shaped hole on the display like the one from Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus.  A quad-camera set-up can also be seen on the rendered Nova 6 5G.

Other than that, the power button at the side of the device will function as a fingerprint scanner.  The volume button will also be placed just right under the power button. The device was certified with 40W fast-charging support as well.

Is this something you are excited about? Let us know your opinions on our Facebook page. Stay tuned for more smartphone rumours on TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 7 Pro next to be leaked, comes equipped with Kirin 985 5G chipset

The new Huawei Nova 7 series is already being marketed in China, leading to multiple leaks in the last few days. We already know that both the Nova 7 and Nova 7 SE will house new Kirin chipsets, specifically the Kirin 985 and 820 chipsets. It was also suggested that the Nova 7 Pro could house the more powerful Kirin 990 chipset, but it seems that this isn't the case.

In a hands-on video by Sparrow News, it was revealed that the Nova 7 Pro is going to have the Kirin 985 chipset as well. Its other internal specs are also similar, with a maximum 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage. The display is where you see a visible difference, as the Nova 7 Pro has one with curved sides and two front cameras instead of one.

For cameras, it's going to have a quad-camera setup at the back. This is expected to be a combination of a 64MP main camera, 8MP telephoto lens, 2MP macro lens, and 2MP depth sensor. Allegedly, the 8MP telephoto lens will have up to 50x digital zoom and OIS. For the two front cameras, one of them is a 32MP sensor.

Huawei wants to continue making the Nova series an affordable one targeted at youngsters. Knowing Huawei, the Nova 7 series is most likely coming to Malaysia too, so look forward to that. With that said, what are your thoughts on the Nova 7 Pro? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for further updates.


ASUS ROG Phone 5 Malaysia pre-order: bundled with free Kunai 3 Gamepad exclusive on Shopee

So just another reminder - the ASUS ROG Phone 5 series pre-order will go live pretty soon on Shopee. It will start from 19 March onwards until 2 April and every purchase comes with a free Kunai 3 Gamepad.

Just so you know, there will only be 400 Kunai 3 Gamepad pcs in total. Since there will be two ROG Phone 5 variants on sale (8GB + 128GB and 16GB + 256GB), that means it's 200 pcs for each variant so it's based on first-come-first-serve! Also to recap, the two memory configuration above cost RM2999 and RM3799 respectively.

The ROG Phone 5 series features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset, a 6.78-inch AMOLED display that supports 144Hz refresh rate and HDR10+. The dual-battery pack is still as big as ever at 6000mAh in total and also supports 65W fast charging. There are still no notches (thank God) so you can find the 24MP front camera on the top, whereas the 64MP triple rear camera module is located above a new rear customizable LED lighting.

To read more about the tech specs, you can visit the official website here. Also to get yourself ready for the pre-order on Shopee, remember to add to your cart from the official Shopee page here. Stay tuned for more trending local tech gadget deals at TechNave.com.


Huawei Nova 7 and Nova 7 Pro passed through 3C certification with a 40W super-fast charging and 5G support!

The COVID-19 outbreak has affected most of the companies and retail stores but not the manufacturers. Although the Huawei P40 series is just about to be released, the company has already designed the new Nova 7 and Nova 7 Pro series which passed through 3C certification today.

According to the source, the new Huawei models JER-AN10 and JEF-AN00 were found on the 3C certification list and it shows that both of the smartphones come with a 40W super-fast charging and also supports 5G network. Both of the models showed are the rumored Huawei Nova 7 and Nova 7 Pro smartphones while the Huawei Nova 7 SE may also be obtaining 3C certification soon.

Huawei Nova 7 and Nova 7 Pro models found on 3C certifications

In terms of the tech specs, the Huawei Nova 7 is rumored to come with Kirin’s new 5G processor which uses the A77 architecture called the Kirin 820 or also known as the Kirin 985. It could use an LCD punch-hole display with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. As for the Nova 7 Pro, it may sport a more powerful Kirin 990 5G SoC 5G chipset, an OLED hyperboloid screen, and an in-screen fingerprint scanner. Both of the devices are expected to be priced more than 4,000 yuan (~RM2484)

Either way, there’s still no official confirmation on the tech specs and Malaysia release dates. So do take this with a pinch of salt. Will you be interested in owning this new Huawei Nova series? Let us know at our Facebook page and stay tuned for more news updates on TechNave.com!


Huawei Nova 7i announced, features selfie video cam, 48MP quad rear cams, 40W Supercharge technology and more

To kick off 2020, Huawei Malaysia have just announced that they will be releasing a new Huawei Nova 7i in Malaysia on Valentines Day (that's 14th in case you don't know). No official price has been revealed yet but there will be a roadshow on the date and here's what we know so far about the phone.

Diving into the tech-specs, the highlight of the phone is having a new kind of front camera. Instead of functioning as a normal selfie camera, it is a "selfie video camera". This means that it can automatically add stickers, filters, and effects just like TikTok and Instagram. There is also a new built-in video call feature called MeeTime for you to record yourself.

On the back, there is a quad rear camera that comprises of a 48MP main sensor, an ultrawide lens, a macro lens and an unknown sensor (perhaps Time-of-Flight or a telephoto). The main sensor has an aperture of F/1.8 so that means it's capable of taking in light, so that's good for low-light environments. Huawei also integrated a Slimming effect which can alter your facial or body shape digitally.

Besides that, the Nova 7i also sports a Kirin 810 chipset, 8GB of RAM, 128GB internal storage (expandable up to 256GB via nano memory card), a 6.4-inch LCD display (1080p), a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a 4200mAh battery with a mega 40W Supercharge technology which can charge up to 70% within 30 minutes of charging.

It is unknown if the Nova 7i will come with any Google services but that's unlikely with the given trade war situation. Anyway, are you looking forward to it? Stay tuned for the official coverage at TechNave.com.