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Both the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 edge+ recently got launched here in Malaysia to very good response from Malaysians. Featuring a new slim yet premium glass and metal design, the two new Samsung Galaxy smartphones are getting more and more difficult to find through normal channels. Apart from our tech spec comparison tool, here at TechNave.com we also have our phone plan comparison tool and the bundle plans for the Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 edge+ have been updated. You can check out the various bundle plans according to monthly commitment, contract period and even telco provider with our Samsung Galaxy Note 5 plan comparison tool and Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ plan comparison tool.

The Malaysian #MyCyberSale2015 is back once more, offering Malaysians better online deals for a period of 5 days. Organized by the Multimedia Development Corporation (MDeC), this time around the #MyCyberSale2015 will start from 28 September 2015 and end on 2 October 2015 with 11street.my now joining in the fun. According to 11street.my, users can look forward to irresistible discounts during the event period, of which one of them continues to be the significant lowest price guaranteed ‘Shocking Deal’ to surprise local consumers with great offers. Here's what 11street.my had to say about it:

“A national online event like this is not to be missed as it would definitely spur online shopping demands in the country. As a leading global e-commerce player, 11street is dedicated to empower our sellers with intensive industry knowledge to meet market demands. We urge local SME sellers to grab the opportunity and join us to be part of this annual cyber sale. As a result, sellers will be able to broaden their market reach and increase by leveraging on our resources and promotions strategically at this event.” Bruce Lim, 11street’s Vice President of Merchandising Division

Canon recently announced the development of their new Canon 250MP APS-H CMOS Sensor and that it can fit into the body of a consumer-level DSLR digital camera. Granted, the sensor is actually 246.7MP but if you round things up it you should get the aforementioned 250MP. Tech specs show that the actual APS-H sensor measures 29.2mm x 20.2mm and has a readout speed of 1.25 billion pixels per second, which translates to highest resolution images at five frames per second. According to Canon their new APS-H sensor installed in a camera is capable of "distinguishing of lettering on the side of an airplane flying at a distance of approximately 18 km from the shooting location". Canon previously announced a 50MP sensor in 2007 and recently released 50MP DSLRs with the Canon EOS 5Ds and 5Ds R this year. This could mean we'll see 250MP DSLRs in 2023 but for now Canon intends to offer the APS-H sensor for surveillance and crime prevention. There is no mention of any Malaysia release or pricing details of course, but it does offer a glimpse of the future.

For those looking for a bit more battery life in their smartphones, LEAGOO have announced that their LEAGOO Elite 5 smartphone is available for Malaysia at RM699. Standout features for this 5.5-inch display phablet include a 4000 mAh battery, universal infrared remote control and dual SIM 4G LTE connectivity. Other tech specs include a 64-bit 1GHz processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage + up to 64GB microSD, 5.5-inch display with 1280 x 720 pixel resolution, 13MP rear camera, 8MP front camera and the aforementioned 4000 mAh battery with Android 5.1. It will be available in black, yellow and white at all LEAGOO authorized dealers.

Logitech recently announced their new Logitech K380 Multi-Device Bluetooth Keyboard and Logitech M337 Bluetooth Mouse for Malaysia. Featuring various new colour options the two devices are designed to work with your computer, smartphone and tablet. The K380 keyboard in particular offers Logitech's Easy-Switch buttons for fast switching between paired devices and it will be powered with AAA batteries. Available in blue and grey, the K380 is going for RM129 inclusive of GST. The M337 Bluetooth Mouse on the other hand offers various navigation buttons for easy switching between apps and desktops and works on almost any surface. It only needs one AA battery for up to 10 months battery life and is priced at RM109 inclusive of GST. Both are available at authorized resellers.

“We're living in an era of creativity where we can capture, edit and publish content wherever we feel inspired and on any device. In this connected and multi-device world, work is no longer bound to the office or studio. The sofa, back yard or coffee shop is the new work station, and the Logitech K380 Multi-Device Bluetooth Keyboard and Logitech M337 Bluetooth Mouse fuel the freedom to create anywhere without compromising precision and comfort." KP Sim, Logitech Country Manager of Malaysia, Philippines and Brunei

Sony recently announced their latest Sony Xperia Z5 Premium, Xperia Z5 and Xperia Z5 Compact smartphones with some clearly significant advancements. The most noteworthy feature would likely be the 4K or 2160 x 3840 pixel display on the Xperia Z5 Premium and the world's fastest 0.03 autofocus 23MP rear camera for all three. Other tech specs and features are equally noteworthy as all three are packing in a Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor and side fingerprint sensor but the Xperia Z5 Compact is using 2GB of RAM instead of the 3GB RAM found on the other two. Display sizes are of course different with the Xperia Z5 Premium going for the aforementioned 5.5-inch 4K display, while the Xperia Z5 goes for a 5.2-inch FHD display. The Xperia Z5 Compact goes a step down with a 4.6-inch display and 720 x 1280 pixel resolution but all of them are be water proofed and have 4G LTE Cat 6 connectivity. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet but we should know more soon.  

While it has already been announced, more details about the ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 have surfaced at IFA 2015. These include tech specs such as a 64-bit Intel Atom Z3580 processor, 2GB/4GB RAM, 16GB/32GB/64GB storage, 8-inch display with 1536 x 2048 pixel resolution and a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass 3. It also features Active Pen support along with a new ASUS Z-Stylus with a thin tip for accurate drawing and writing. It will also pack in an 8MP rear camera and 5MP front camera while measuring in at 203.2 x 134.5 x 6.6mm thin. At 298g it weighs a lot less than most 8-inch tablets and also packs in dual front speakers using DTS-HD premium sound and Sonic Master audio technologies. No news yet on specific Malaysia release dates or pricing details but it is being sold for $199 (RM843) for the lower spec version and $299 (RM1266) for the higher-end version. We also don't know whether we're getting the 2GB RAM or 4GB RAM version or both, but stay tuned for more developments and check out the video below for more details.

ASUS recently announced their new ASUS ZenWatch 2, the second generation in the ASUS ZenWatch series (which didn't manage to make it to Malaysia officially last time). While keeping the same beautiful curved glass look and design, the new ZenWatch 2 offers a different size and many other options to customize the smartwatch according to your tastes. The ZenWatch 2 will come in the original size with a 1.63-inch display at a 320 x 320 pixel resolution, but there is now a smaller version with a 1.45-inch display and 280 x 280 pixel resolution. Both feature the same tech specs which include a 1.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor, 512MB RAM, 4GB storage and a 400 mAh battery for the larger version and 300 mAh battery for the smaller version. Both use a magnetic connector to charge and are expected to launch in October although there are no specific Malaysia release dates just yet. You can customize the ZenWatch by choosing from a silver, gunmetal grey or rose gold body, various watch straps and using a watchface-creation tool. International pricing begins at €149 (RM702) for the larger version and €169 (RM796) for the smaller version.

Apart from their Huawei Mate S and Huawei G8 smartphones, Huawei also announced that their very premium looking Huawei Watch will soon be shipping globally. Granted, Malaysia may not see it this month in September 2015 but we should be getting it in the next couple of months. Featuring a round watch face and 1.4-inch AMOLED display with 400 x 400 pixel resolution the Huawei Watch looks like a traditional watch with a physical crown. The diplay also has two layers of scratch resistant sapphire crystal glass while the body is made from 316L stainless steel. Tech specs will include a a Snapdragon 400 processor, 512MB RAM, 4GB storage, WiFi, Bluetooth, a heart rate monitor and a 300 mAh battery which can last about 2 days on normal use. Bands include black leather, steel link, stainless steel mesh and stainless steel and black link bracelet, alligator pressed brown leather and rose gold plated link bracelet. The body also comes in Black DLC coated stainless steel or Rose Gold-plated stainless steel with pricing starting from $349 (RM1473) to $799 (RM3384). No specific Malaysia release dates but it will begin shipment on 17 September 2015. Stay tuned and we'll keep you updated.

Wireless Broadband Internet has come a long way here in Malaysia and Packet One Networks (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd or P1 has been a major mover and provider of wireless broadband since 2008. Many Malaysians were among the first to enjoy the latest Wireless Technology or WiMAX when the regulatory Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) awarded the 2.3GHz spectrum to 4 Internet Service Providers in 2007, which included P1.  hundreds of thousands of Malaysians now use P1 services for their Home and Mobile Internet needs as we move forward to a nation that is continuously updating their Facebook and other social media while watching YouTube videos.