Samsung Display showcased its latest screen innovations at CES 2025, including next-gen QD-OLED TV panels and an 18.1-inch foldable OLED panel designed for laptops. This article will discuss the latest Samsung OLED Screens, including its expected price in Nepal.
Samsung OLED Screens Roundup
Slidable Flex Duet
The Slidable Flex Duet starts at 8.1 inches and expands to 12.4 inches. It transforms a mini tablet, such as the Galaxy Tab A8, into a larger-screen tablet similar to the Galaxy Tab S9+.
Slidable Flex Solo
The Slidable Flex Solo begins at 13 inches and extends to 17.3 inches. It is designed for laptops that require additional screen space, making it more convenient for programs that require multiple screens, such as video editing, graphics design, and coding.
Slidable Flex Vertical
The Slidable Flex Vertical expands from a compact 5.1 inches to 6.7 inches. It allows smartphones to shift between a smaller, more portable size and a standard phone display.
Samsung OLED Screens Durability Demonstration and Availability
Samsung also showcased the durability of its OLED panels using OLEDog, a robotic dog originally used in its Vietnam plant for infrastructure management. At CES 2025, the robot performed tap dancing and kicked OLED panels to demonstrate their durability. However, no information exists on whether these screens will ever go into mass production.
Meanwhile, check out our review of the Galaxy Watch FE
Xiaomi has introduced a new mechanical keyboard, the Xiaomi MK 71 Pro. It features a display, compact layout, RGB lighting, metal keys, and more. This article will discuss the specifications, features, and price of the Xiaomi MK 71 Pro in Nepal.
Xiaomi MK 71 Pro Overview
Design and Display
At first glance, the Xiaomi MK 71 Pro looks like any other keyboard available in the market. It features a sleek design with a 71-key layout and although this compact keyboard lacks function keys, it offers full-size arrow keys. The best part is, that you get all this in a smaller and more portable design than your regular keyboard.
What makes the MK71 Pro keyboard stand out among others is its 1-inch display integrated into the keyboard. This display shows the connection status, time, battery status, and selected RGB mode. Additionally, you can customize the background image for a personalized touch.
In terms of connectivity, the MK 71 Pro supports either a USB cable, a USB dongle, or even Bluetooth. In fact, you can connect up to three Bluetooth devices to this keyboard at the same time.
The Mk71 Pro packs a massive 7,800 mAh battery which provides a runtime of 143 hours with the RGB deactivated. However, if you wish to turn on the light, your runtime will be reduced to 71 hours.
Audio and Rest
To the right side of the display, you will find a metal rotatory control, a feature that allows you to adjust the volume. Moreover, the keyboard has ABS keycaps, which are available in either brown or grey color.
Xiaomi MK 71 Pro Price and Availability
The MK71 Pro is available in China for 449 yuan. While an international release is yet to be confirmed, when it makes it here, we can expect the Xiaomi MK71 Pro price in Nepal to be NPR 9,000.
GIGABYTE has unveiled two QD-OLED gaming monitors ahead of their expected debut at CES 2025. Although both are gaming laptops, they are dedicated to different audiences. In this article, we’ll take an in-depth look at these two monitors; AORUS FO27Q5P and the MO27U2.
AORUS FO27Q5P and MO27U2 Overview
The MO27U2 is aimed at hybrid gamers, while the FO27Q5P is built for professional players, particularly those who focus on FPS games.
Design and Display
500Hz refresh rate!
The FO27Q5P features a 26.5-inch QD-OLED panel with a whooping 500Hz refresh rate, the highest in the QD-OLED segment. Moreover, it also comes equipped with DisplayPort 2.1, supporting UHBR20 technology for up to 80Gbps bandwidth (2.5 times faster than DisplayPort 1.4). This monitor is designed for esport professionals and FPS game fans looking for visual fidelity and good performance.
27-inch 4K QD-OLED!
On the other hand, the MO27U2 is the world’s first 27-inch 4K QD-OLED monitor. It features 166 PPI pixel density and a 240Hz refresh rate. One of its standout features is its exceptional color accuracy, featuring a delta E ≤ 2 and Pantone Validation. This monitor can be a perfect choice for streaming, AAA gaming or creative tasks such as video editing.
Talking about the similarities, both of these monitors feature AI-based OLED Care technology. This feature works to prevent burn-in and extend the life of the monitors. Furthermore, they also come with Tactical Switch 2.0 which lets you easily adjust your resolutions and switch to 4:3 aspect screen ratios for optimal settings. Not just that, they also include Night Vision and Black Equalizer 2.0 which improves the visibility across the entire screens and provides better illumination of dark scenes to improve game accuracy.
Conclusion
While AORUS FO27Q5P and MO27U2 both seem to be top-notch gaming laptops the FO27Q5P shines with its high refresh rate, while the MO27U2 excels in color accuracy and 4K resolution.
When it comes to surround sound on TVs and Speakers, Dolby Atmos has been a go-to name in the market but it’s not free. Brands have to pay royalty actually but maybe not anymore. Cause’ Samsung and Google have tied up to bring a new royalty-free solution: Eclipsa Audio. Here in this article, we’ll get through all the details about the Eclipsa Audio.
Eclipsa Audio Overview:
Samsung and Google Tie-up
Samsung and Google both are multi-billion conglomerates, ruling over the tech world. And these giants have tied up for developing the Eclipsa Auidio, a 3D audio technology. Samsung is claiming immersive audio content and seamless playback on Samsung TVs.
“We are proud to lead the industry with the integration of Eclipsa Audio into our 2025 TV and soundbar lineup,” said Taeyong Son, Executive Vice President and Head of the R&D Team, Visual Display Business, Samsung Electronics. “This innovation opens new possibilities for immersive audio experiences and reinforces our commitment to shaping the future of home entertainment.”
Additionally, the two companies are collaborating with the Telecommunications Technology Association to create a certification program that guarantees consistent quality across devices utilizing the technology.
Open Standard
The key forte of Eclipsa Audio is that it’s open standard. So, hardware makers don’t have to pay licensing fees, unlike Dolby Atmos which requires so. Samsung claims that Eclipsa Audio performs very similar to Atmos through location, intensity, and spatial reflection adjustments in order to produce 3D sound.
As Samsung is the developer alongside Google, it will definitely be the first one to adapt it. The 2025 lineup of Samsung TVs including the Crystal UHD series to the premium flagship Neo QLED 8K TVs will get this newly developed royalty-free audio standard.
Also, creators will be able to upload videos with Eclipsa Audio tracks to YouTube as well. So, 2025 Samsung devices will be capable of taking benefits of the premium spatial audio when available.
iQOO has launched the Z9 Turbo Endurance Edition, bringing some upgrades over the previous model Z9 Turbo. Here’s a closer look at the key features and expected price in Nepal of the upcoming iQOO Z9 Turbo Endurance.
iQOO Z9 Turbo Endurance Overview
Display
The phone features a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate. The resolution is 2800×1260 and the phone includes an IP64 rating for dust and water resistance, an in-display fingerprint scanner, and stereo speakers for sound.
Battery and Charging
The Z9 Turbo Endurance Edition comes with a 6,400mAh battery, larger than the 6,000mAh in the previous model. It also supports 80W fast charging, ensuring faster recharging times.
The device runs on Android 15-based OriginOS 5. Powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset. The Z9 Turbo Endurance Edition has a 50MP primary camera, an 8MP ultrawide camera, and a 16MP selfie camera.
LG Electronics is set to unveil its 2025 LG Gram laptop at CES 2025 featuring an AI-based laptop. The lineup includes the Gram Pro, Pro 2-in-1, gram, and Gram book offering both on-device and cloud-based AI services. These laptops are powered by Intel’s next-generation processors. Let’s discuss this lineup in depth.
LG Gram 2025 Series
Performance and AI
Under the hood, the 2025-gram laptops are powered by Intel’s next-generation processor; the Intel Core Ultra H-Series (Arrow Lake) and the Intel Core Ultra V-Series (Lunar Lake). The H Series processor maximizes the performance while the V series are optimized for AI-driven PC experiences.
Moreover, the Arrow Lake-powered Gram laptop offers more improvements and computing power compared to its predecessor (2024 models). On the other hand, the Lunar Lake-powered Gram models come equipped with Microsoft’s Copilot+ PC functionality along with real-time video subtitle translation and AI image generation.
Design and GPU
LG Gram Pro Models
Starting off, the LG Gram Pro (mode 17Z90TR) comes with a sleek, slim, and lightweight form factor. Furthermore, inside you will get an Arrow Lake CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 graphics card making this laptop capable of handling demanding tasks, 3D-rendering work video editing or even running the latest AAA games.
Furthermore, another version of LG Gram Pro-model 16Z90TS is the first Copilot+ PC in the Gram series. It comes with good portability weighing 2.73 pounds with a thickness of 0.49 inches.
Moving on, the LG Gram Pro 2-in-1 (mode 16T90TP) comes with a 16-inch display with a brightness of 400 nits.
LG Gram Book
On the last of the list, we have a Gram book that features a 15.6-inch Full HD (19,20 x 1,080) display and a 720p HD webcam with a privacy shutter.
Samsung is always pushing the boundaries when it comes to camera specs, and it seems they’re ready to take things even further. The Galaxy S24 Ultra is already a powerhouse, but the upcoming Galaxy S25 Ultra promises to raise the bar even higher. Not just that the company is also developing sensors for the iPhone with rumors of a massive 500MP one. Let’s unpack all this in this short and sweet piece.
Samsung’s new camera sensors
500MP sensor for the S26 Ultra?
When it comes to high-resolution smartphone camera sensors, Samsung is THAT famous guy in the group who everyone wants to be friends with. Continuing this legacy, the South Korean tech giant is developing a 500 MP camera sensor. Yes, you read that right, a jaw-dropping 500 megapixels! So what does that mean? That simply means more pixels….a LOT MORE PIXELS. You’d get super sharp images, and with a sensor like that, even cropped-in shots would look detailed and to the point. It’s unlikely that we’ll see it anytime soon though, but maybe the S26 Ultra in 2026? Who knows!
New image sensor for iPhone too
But that’s not all. Samsung has got something for its biggest competitor too. Rumors have it that the South Korean giant is experimenting with a three-layer stacked image sensor in a PD-TR-Logic configuration for Apple. This sensor will improve photo quality, especially in low-light conditions, while offering faster image capture and better dynamic range. That means that the next iPhone (hopefully the iPhone 18 Pro Max or Ultra) will be a strong contender against the then Android flagship S26 Ultra.
In simpler terms, all it means is that this new sensor in your iPhone will make your photos look crisper, clearer, and more vibrant, even when the lighting isn’t perfect. This new sensor could even outshine the current leader in the space, Sony’s Exmor RS used in full-fledged cameras by the way. What an interesting development!
While Sony has been Apple’s main supplier of CMOS image sensors (CIS), this shift in technology could signal some big changes for the iPhone’s camera performance. And, on top of all this, the iPhone 18 might be the first iPhone to feature a variable aperture on its main camera. With both of these updates, we expect the iPhone 18 series to bring massive improvements in terms of overall photography experience!
Human Mobile Devices (HMD), the company behind the ever-popular Nokia smartphones, is expanding its portfolio by introducing a budget smartphone in the West. The HMD Key features unsurprisingly modest specs like a sub 1080p display and plastic build, but it does look pretty interesting for its price. So, in this piece, we will discuss the HMD Key features, specifications, and expected price in Nepal!
HMD Key Overview
Design and Display
The Key features a monotone design with a rough finish. Furthermore, it comes with a dimension of 166.4 x 76.0 x 8.95mm and weighs 185.4 g. On the back, you will see a rectangular island with two cameras. This phone has an IP52 rating for dust and splash resistance. Moreover, it is available in Midnight Black and Icy Blue.
For the display, the Key features a 6.5-inch screen with a resolution of 576×1280. Moreover, it comes with a refresh rate of 60 Hz and 460 nits of max brightness.
Performance and Battery
Under the hood, the Key features a Unisoc 9832E chipset. For the storage, it packs 2GB of RAM with 32GB of expandable storage.
In terms of Battery, this smartphone is coupled with a 4,000 mAh battery with 10W wired charging support. Furthermore, this new smartphone runs on the Android 14 Go.
Camera and Rest
For the optics, the Key features an 8MP rear camera along with a 5MP front-facing camera. Other than that, it comes with Bluetooth 4.2 a, 3.5 mm headphone jack, and a USB Type-C port.
HMD Key Specifications
Design: Monotone rough finish
Dimension: 166.4 x 76.9 x 8.95 mm
Weight: 185.4g
Display:6.52-inch
Resolution: 576×1,280
Chipset: Unisoc 9832E
RAM: 2GB
ROM: 32GB
Rear Camera: 8MP
Front Camera: 5MP
Battery: 4,000mAh
Connectivity: Bluetooth 4.2
Audio: 3.5 mm headphone jack
Color Options: Midnight Black and Icy Blue
HMD Key Price in Nepal and Availability
The Key has been officially launched in the United Kingdom with an asking price of £59. It is unlikely that this phone will make its way to Nepal however, if it does, we can expect the HMD Key price in Nepal to be NPR 11,000.
Xiaomi has introduced the updated Redmi Book 14 (2025) and Redmi Book 16 (2025) laptops in China. These models feature Intel Core 5 220H processors and bring several hardware improvements. This article will discuss everything about the latest Redmi Book 14 and Redmi Book 16, including its expected price in Nepal.
Redmi Book 14 and Book 16 Overview
Display
The Redmi Book 14 offers a 16:10 aspect ratio with a 2,880 x 1,800 resolution. It supports a 120 Hz refresh rate, 400 nits brightness, and a 100% sRGB color gamut.
The Redmi Book 16, on the other hand, has a slightly different aspect ratio and a 2,560 x 1,600 resolution. Other display features are the same as those of the Book 14. Both models support Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for an immersive viewing and audio experience. A 1080p front camera is included for video calls.
Hardware and Performance
Both laptops support up to 32 GB LPDDR5X RAM and 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD storage. They run on Windows 11 and feature a dual-fan cooling system for better heat management.
Battery Life
The Redmi Book 14 has a 56 Wh battery, while the Redmi Book 16 features a 72 Wh capacity. Both models claim a 15.6% improvement in battery efficiency due to AI optimization in the Intel chip. They support 100W fast charging via a GaN adapter.
The laptops include USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (data and charging), HDMI 2.1, two USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports, one USB-A 2.0 port, and a 3.5 mm audio jack. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2.
Redmi Book 14 and Book 16 Specifications
Display:
Book 14: 14″, 16:10 aspect ratio, 2,880 x 1,800 resolution
Book 16: 16″, slightly different aspect ratio, 2,560 x 1,600 resolution
Both: 15.6% improved efficiency, 100W fast charging (GaN adapter)
OS: Windows 11
Cooling: Dual-fan system
Ports: USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, HDMI 2.1, 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, USB-A 2.0, 3.5 mm audio jack
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2
Multimedia: Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, 1080p front camera
Redmi Book 14 and Book 16 Price in Nepal and Availability
The Redmi Book 14 is priced at CNY 4,599 in China. When it arrives here, we expect its price to start at at least NPR 81,000 in Nepal. Here’s the full price list…
Configuration
Redmi Book 14 (China)
Redmi Book 14 (NPR)
Redmi Book 16 (China)
Redmi Book 16 (NPR)
16 GB + 512 GB
CNY 4,599
NPR 81,000
CNY 4,799
NPR 84,500
16 GB + 1 TB
CNY 4,899
NPR 86,200
CNY 5,099
NPR 89,800
32 GB + 1 TB
CNY 5,199
NPR 91,400
CNY 5,399
NPR 95,100
Meanwhile, check out our review of the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i
We recently got our hands on Xiaomi 15 and it was a decent upgrade over its predecessor in terms of overall specs and feel. However, we feel like it could have done with a better set of cameras which is exactly what seems to be in store for the next iteration. The thing is, although Xiaomi 15 has yet to make its official debut in several countries including Nepal, the rumor mill is already buzzing with several details about the next model, the Xiaomi 16. In this article, we’ll break down everything we know so far based on leaked information and speculation.
Xiaomi 16 Rumors Roundup
Camera upgrade at last?
Recently we got the news that the Xiaomi 16 is expected to get a camera upgrade. Unlike the Xiaomi 15, which stuck to a 2.6x telephoto lens and didn’t see any significant advancements in the camera division, the vanilla Xiaomi 16 is rumored to come with a periscope telephoto lens. This would be a much-needed upgrade for Xiaomi, especially since the Xiaomi 15 Pro already includes a periscope lens.
Image: Xiaomi 15
That said, it’s worth noting that other smartphones, such as Vivo X200 and Oppo Find X8, have periscope telephoto lenses in their devices already, which means Xiaomi still has some catching up to do in this area.
Though it’s still early to confirm all the specs of the Xiaomi 16, we can guess about the other specs based on the smartphone manufacturing pattern and our speculation. The device might be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2, which is another talk of the town lately. Additionally, the Xiaomi 16 could come with a 6.5-inch display and a 6000mAh battery.
While the Xiaomi 15 might have left some wanting more, especially in the camera department, the Xiaomi 16 seems to be shaping up as a more promising upgrade. Of course, all of this is still based on rumors, so we’ll have to wait for official confirmation to see how much of it proves to be true. Until then, stay tuned!
