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Redmi A4 5G launching soon in Nepal with Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 5G SoC

Redmi

Mintu

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November 21, 2024

Redmi A4 5G launching soon in Nepal with Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 5G SoC

A new budget phone from Redmi has been announced in India. Bearing the Redmi A4 5G tagline, the key feature lies on the core, which is the Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 SoC. And it is also launching soon in Nepal. Without further ado, let’s get into the specs, features, and expected price of the Redmi A4 5G in Nepal in this article.

Redmi A4 5G Overview:

Design and Display

Beginning with the design, the Redmi A4 5G borrows its appearance from the recently unveiled Redmi 14C. You get the identical Oreo-shaped camera module and a halo-glass back on the rear side. For ingress protection, there is an IP52 rating. As for the display, it is a 6.88-inch HD+ IPS LCD panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 600nits of brightness. Other than that, it is also certified with TUV Low Blue Light, TUV Cicardina, and TUV Flicker-Free. Which is very commendable for a budget phone.

Snapdragon 4s Gen 2

The star of the show on the Redmi A4 is its processor: Snapdragon 4s Gen 2. This budget SoC from Qualcomm boasts an energy-efficient 4nm fabrication process and 5G connectivity. You get a similar architecture to the 4 Gen 2, just slightly underclocked cores. To put it into a picture, you get 2×2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 cores here, which should provide a better overall performance and gaming in the budget segment.

Redmi has paired the chip with 4GB RAM and storage up to 128GB, which is a UFS 2.2 type, a very rare combo in the budget segment. On the software side, this guy boots on Xiaomi HyperOS skin built on top of Android 14. Redmi has promised 2 years of ANdrodi updates and 4 years of security patches for this phone.

Camera, Battery, and Others

As for the optics, the smartphone bears a 50MP rear camera and a 5MP selfie camera. Fueling the phone is a 5160mAh battery with 18W fast charging support. But Redmi is generous enough to bundle a 33W fast charger free in the box. Moreover, what’s more considerable is that the phone supports gigabit-fast connectivity speed on 5G.

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Redmi A4 5G Specifications:

Display: 6.88-inch IPS LCD HD+, 120Hz refresh rate
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 5G, 4nm
Memory: 4GB RAM
Storage: 64/128GB, UFS 2.2, expandable up to 1TB via MicroSD card
Rear Camera: 50MP
Front Camera: 5MP
Battery: 5160 mAh with 18W fast charging, 33W charger in the box

Redmi A4 5G Price in Nepal and Availability

In India, the Redmi A4 5G is priced at just INR 8,499 for the base 4/64GB trim and INR 9,499 for the 4/128GB version. As such, when it makes its way to Nepal as well, we can expect the Redmi A4 5G price in Nepal to start from NPR 14,499.

Redmi A4 5G	Price in India (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
4/64GB	INR 8,499	NPR 14,499
4/128GB	INR 9,499	NPR 15,999

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Yatri is gearing up to make the most comfortable scooter there is

Raizel Tandukar

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November 20, 2024

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Yatri is gearing up to make the most comfortable scooter there is

With so many brands in the market and showrooms growing like mushrooms, one can easily figure that electric scooters are becoming Nepali folks’ favourite commute vehicles, especially in the Kathmandu Valley. Now, a familiar name has also decided to step into the category — It’s Yatri Motorcycles! We will discuss all that we know of Yatri Scooter in this article.

Yatri Scooter Overview

It will be called “Yatri P2”

The prices of electric bikes including Yatri itself go way above what a general Nepali is willing to pay for their commute. However, one can get a decent electric scooter under the NPR 200,000 mark, which is much more affordable. This is why electric scooters are so popular and are increasing in popularity in Nepal.

Yatri always knew that, and already planned for it. If you go through the company’s vision there is also a hint of what Yatri is doing right now. They acknowledge that P0 and even P1 are not well-suited for the mass market. But it has been a learning curve to build a vehicle for the mass market — Yatri P2!

Given the popularity of electric scooters in Nepal, it seemed like P2 would be one as well. Various sources were already claiming that Yatri P2 would be a scooter years before this announcement. Therefore, it should be called — Yatri P2, unless the company decides to throw a curve ball at us.

Involve the riders

Yatri Motorcycles posted on their social media inviting experienced riders for lunch. With this session, the company intended to get valuable insight on what to implement on its upcoming scooter. Users could register themselves into the focus group after which the Yatri team will organise a group meet. Then the riders could express what they think is important in a scooter and share the best feature they like about their current ride too.

Well, Yatri talked with users and got the data they were looking for. It is currently unclear if the company will hold another such session.

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More Data, Most Comfort

After the session, Yatri’s team went straight to work. They aim to build a scooter that is comfortable for everyone — or in other words — the most comfortable scooter. They have put together a model rig that the public can try out at their R&D centre. This will help Yatri collect ergonomics data and tailor a baseline scooter geometry.

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What else to expect?

Since it’s Yatri, the design of their upcoming scooter will surely be eye-catching. Other than that, the good amount of range will surely be another thing to expect. While Yatri P1 offers a pretty decent range of over 100 kilometres, some other offerings claim to offer nearly double the range. So, Yatri will have to step up the range game with their scooter.

What else? Pricing, of course. The affordability has always been a major critique of Yatri bikes, so we are expecting a large part of the discussion to be centred around the pricing. Being a Nepali company, there is even more pressure on Yatri to have a lower price tag than the foreign competition. Hence, we are hoping for a really competitive pricing for the Yatri scooter.

Yatri Scooter Launch and Availability

We would be getting too ahead of ourselves trying to guess when Yatri is launching their upcoming scooter, as it’s just in its initial discussion phase. Hence, it will likely take a few years before we start seeing them running on Nepali roads.

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Asus ROG Phone 9 now brings baked-in AI features as well

Raizel Tandukar

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November 20, 2024

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Asus ROG Phone 9 now brings baked-in AI features as well

Asus is a Taiwanese consumer electronics manufacturer that produces gamer-centric devices. They have been making gaming phones for quite some time now. Now, they have launched their ninth iteration of the ROG Phone series. Let’s look at the nitty-gritty of the Asus ROG Phone 9 along with its expected price in Nepal.

Asus ROG Phone 9 Overview

Design and Display

The Asus ROG Phone 9 looks pretty much the same as its predecessor. However, there is a key difference — AniMe Vision. It is a similar take to the company’s AniMe Matrix seen in laptops. It is an array of 85 programmable mini-LEDs that can display various animations. Other than that, it comes in Storm White and Phantom Black colour options.

On the front, it has a silky-smooth AMOLED panel that can reach refresh rates of up to 185Hz. This smoothness can only be achieved through Asus’ Game Genie. Otherwise, the phone can only be pushed to 165Hz through regular settings. Moreover, the display offers up to 2,500 nits peak brightness and FHD+ resolution while recovering 103.16% NTSC colour gamut. On top of that, Asus ROG Phone 9 has a Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 layering for screen protection.

Performance

Given that this phone was built to be a gaming beast, it is a no-brainer that it has the most potent chipset in the market — Snapdragon 8 Elite. While it has the raw power needed, it pairs that up with GameCool 9 technology to help maintain sustained performance. It is a multi-layer cooling system complete with enlarged graphene sheets.

Additional performance hardware on the Asus ROG Phone 9 includes LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. It comes in two configurations: 12GB + 256GB and 16GB + 512GB. In the tank, it has a 5,800 mAh battery with up to 65W charging speed support. Likewise, the phone boots on Android 15 with ROG UI and comes with handy-dandy AI features like call translator, transcription, circle to search, and so on.

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Camera

The camera isn’t half bad either. It has a 50MP primary camera with a Sony Lytia 700 sensor and a six-axis gimbal. There are two auxiliary lenses in the rear camera system — an ultrawide and a macro shooter. The former is a 13MP unit while the latter is a 5MP one. Similarly, the front camera is a 32MP RGBW snapper.

Asus ROG Phone 9 Specifications

Design: Flat frames, Curved edges, AniMe Vision array on the back, IP68-rated
Dimensions: 163.80 mm x 77.00 mm x 8.90 mm
Weight: 227 grams
Display: 6.78” AMOLED Panel, up to 185Hz refresh rate, 2,500 nits peak brightness, HDR10 support, 107.37% DCI-P3/145.65% sRGB/103.16% NTSC colour gamut, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Resolution: FHD+ (1,080 x 2,400)
Chipset: Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3nm)
RAM: 12GB or 16GB LPDDR5X
ROM: 256GB or 512GB UFS 2.2
OS & UI: Android 15 with ROG UI on top
Rear Camera: Triple Camera (50MP Primary with Sony Lytia 700 + 13MP Ultrawide + 5MP Macro)
Front Camera: 32MP Camera (Centre-aligned hole-punch cutout)
Battery: 5,800 mAh cell with 65W super fast charging
Connectivity: Dual SIM, 5G, Tri-band WiFi 7, Hotspot, Bluetooth v5.4, USB Type-C
Colour Options: Storm White, Phantom Black

Asus ROG Phone 9 Price in Nepal and Availability

This phone was launched alongside its Pro model on 19 November 2024. Its lower trim is priced at USD 999.99 while the higher trim goes for USD 1,199.99. Given that, if the Asus ROG Phone 9 makes its way to Nepal, we expect its price to start at NPR 161,599.

Asus ROG Phone 9	Price in the US (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
12GB + 256GB	USD 999.99	NPR 161,599
16GB + 512GB	USD 1,199.99	NPR 193,999

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Gigabyte MO32U launched with Samsung QD-OLED panel and 165Hz refresh rate

Gigabyte

Dip Khatiwada

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November 20, 2024

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Gigabyte MO32U launched with Samsung QD-OLED panel and 165Hz refresh rate

The Gigabyte MO32U gaming monitor brings several features to the table, catering to gamers looking for a high-performance display. In this article, we will discuss everything about the latest Gigabyte M032U, including its expected price in Nepal.

Gigabyte MO32U Overview

Display and Performance

The MO32U features a 31.5-inch QD-OLED panel, which is manufactured by Samsung. It offers a 4K resolution (3840 x 2160) and a fast refresh rate of 165Hz.. The monitor supports 99% of the DCI-P3 color gamut and features DisplayHDR 400 True Black for improved color and contrast. The peak brightness reaches 1000 nits, and the color depth is 10-bit. Additionally, with a 0.03ms GTG response time, the monitor aims to minimize lag and ghosting.

Ergonomics and Adjustability

The monitor offers various ergonomic adjustments, including tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustment (up to 130mm). These features allow users to customize the display for a comfortable viewing experience.

Connectivity Options

The MO32U provides multiple connectivity options. It includes dual HDMI 2.1 ports, DisplayPort 1.4, and USB-C with DP Alt Mode and 18W power delivery. Additionally, the monitor has USB 3.2 ports for connecting peripherals.

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Features and Technology

In terms of features, the MO32U supports PiP (Picture-in-Picture) and PbP (Picture-by-Picture) functionalities, allowing users to view multiple inputs simultaneously. The monitor also comes with GameAssist and Black Equalizer 2.0, designed to improve visibility in dark scenes. For user comfort, it includes TÜV Rheinland-certified flicker-free and low blue light technologies. It also has built-in 5W dual speakers for basic audio needs.

Gigabyte MO32U Price in Nepal and Availability

Gigabyte M032U pricing has not been disclosed as of now. Stay tuned as we will unravel the pricing of this gaming monitor in future updates.

Meanwhile, check out the review of the Galaxy A16 5G

Hotwav enters the Nepali market with budget smartphones

Raizel Tandukar

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November 20, 2024

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Hotwav enters the Nepali market with budget smartphones

The Nepali smartphone market is always growing. In recent times, all the well-established brands have moved up the pricing ladder — leaving the budget segment vacant. A new brand is here to fill that space — Hotwav. Let’s take a look at Hotwav smartphones and its price in Nepal.

Hotwav Brand Overview

Hotwav is a Chinese technology brand established in 2008 and headquartered in Shenzhen, China. It is affiliated with Shenzhen Tugao Intelligent Co. Ltd. It focuses on developing smartphones, tablets, rugged phones, power stations, and smart wearables, targeting primarily emerging markets.

The company has also collaborated with Google under the MADA (Mobile Application Distribution Agreement) to expand its reach in international markets. Their products are available in over 60 different countries. Now the brand has made its way to Nepal as well.

Hotwav Smartphone Price in Nepal

Currently, the company is offering two smartphones in Nepal with more in the pipeline. The two models are: the Hotwav Note 15 and Note 15 Pro.

Hotwav Note 15

Design: Flat frames and edges, patterned or grainy back panel
Thickness and Weight: 8.90 mm, 220 grams
Display: 6.6” Incell LCD panel, 400 nits brightness, AGC Glass protection
Resolution: HD+ (720 x 1,612 pixels)
Chipset: Octa-core UNISOC SC9863A (28nm)
RAM: 4GB + 4GB extendable
ROM: 64GB + 1TB expandable with MicroSD card
OS: Android 14
Rear Camera: Dual Camera (13MP Primary + 0.8MP Auxiliary)
Front Camera: 5MP Camera (Centre-aligned waterdrop cutout)
Battery: 5,160 mAh
Colour Options: Midnight Black, Royal Indigo, Ocean Blue
Price in Nepal: NPR 11,500

Hotwav Note 15 Pro

Design: Flat frames and edges, patterned glass back panel
Display: 6.6” Incell LCD panel, Panda Glass protection
Resolution: HD+ (720 x 1,612 pixels)
Chipset: Octa-core UNISOC T606 (12nm)
RAM: 4GB
ROM: 128GB
OS: Android 14
Rear Camera: Dual Camera (13MP Primary + Auxiliary lens of unspecified resolution)
Front Camera: 5MP Camera (Centre-aligned waterdrop cutout)
Battery: 5,160 mAh
Colour Options: Black, Indigo, Blue
Price in Nepal: NPR 12,500

As of now, only these two models have made it to Nepal. However, Hotwav Note 12 (2024) will soon join the ranks as the most capable offering among the bunch.

Hotwav Smartphone Price in Nepal [Summary]

Hotwav Smartphone	Price in Nepal (Official)
Note 15 (4GB + 64GB)	NPR 11,500
Note 15 Pro (4GB + 128GB)	NPR 12,500

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Samsung Galaxy S23 FE Price in Nepal [Updated 2025]

Samsung

Mintu

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November 20, 2024

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Samsung Galaxy S23 FE Price in Nepal [Updated 2025]

Samsung’s much-anticipated Galaxy S22 FE was a no-show last year. But the Galaxy S23 FE became official alongside the Tab S9 FE series and Galaxy Buds FE, and the best part? The device is also available officially in Nepal. Let’s learn more about the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, its specs, features, and the latest official price in Nepal.

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE Overview:

Safe design and display

Samsung has used the same design for almost all its A and M-series smartphones this year. As a result, the S23 FE has more resemblance to the Galaxy A54 than the premium S23 sibling. The frame is still sturdy thanks to its aluminum build. Likewise, you also get an IP68 rating for protection against dust and water drips.

Talking of the display, the Galaxy S23 FE sports a Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.4-inch panel with a Full HD+ resolution (2340 x 1080 pixels). It bears a 120Hz refresh rate, 403PPI, Gorilla Glass 5 protection, and HDR 10+ certification.

Improved rear cameras

Talking of the optics, the S23 FE features a 50MP primary camera sensor, which by the way, is the same sensor found on the more expensive S23 and S23+ models. And this stands as a major improvement over the S21 FE’s 12MP main camera. In addition, you get a 12MP ultrawide and an 8MP telephoto lens with 3X optical zoom. While on the front side, there is a 10MP snapper for selfies and video calls.

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE Camera

Performance

This year, the Galaxy S23 lineup features a Qualcomm chipset in every market. But Samsung has changed the story now with this year’s Fan Edition phone. The Galaxy S23 FE is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset for the US region while the rest of the world gets its beloved homegrown Exynoss 2200 SoC.

Likewise, the S23 FE comes with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage. And booting the phone is Android 13 and OneUI 5.1 skin.

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Rest of the specs

Moving on, the S23 FE gets its fuel from a 4,500mAh battery with 25W fast wired charging. On top of that, you also get wireless charging and reverse wireless charging. In terms of connectivity, it includes, 5G, WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, and a USB Type-C port.

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE Specifications:

Body: 76.5 x 158 x 8.2 mm, 209 gm, IP68 rated
Display: 6.4″ FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Infinity-O, 120Hz refresh rate
Chipset: Exynos 2200 5G (5nm)
Memory: 8GB LPDDR5 RAM, 256GB internal storage
Software & UI: One UI 5.1 on top of Android 13
Rear Camera: Triple (with LED flash)
– 50MP primary lens with f/1.8 aperture, OIS, Dual Pixel AF
– 12MP ultra-wide-angle lens with f/2.2 aperture, 123º FOV
– 8MP telephoto with f/2.4 aperture, 3x optical zoom
Front Camera: 10MP, f/2.2 lens (punch-hole)
Security: In-display fingerprint sensor (Optical), Samsung Knox
Sensors: Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyro, Geomagnetic, Hall, Proximity, Ambient Light
Battery: 4,500mAh with 25W fast charging, 15W wireless charging, reverse wireless charging

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE Price in Nepal and Availability

The official Samsung Galaxy S23 FE price in Nepal is around NPR 85,999 for the sole 8/256GB trim. You can purchase the device from Hukut and other authorized stores.

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE 5G	Price in Nepal (Official)
8/256GB	NPR 85,999

Meanwhile, check out our full review of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

The new Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro is a gaming powerhouse and comes with cool features

Dip Khatiwada

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November 20, 2024

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The new Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro is a gaming powerhouse and comes with cool features

Asus has rolled out the ROG Phone 9 Pro, a gaming powerhouse packed with top-notch performance and features. Sitting at the top of the ROG Phone 9 lineup, it brings upgraded cooling, a sharper display, and better cameras than last year’s model. In this article, we will discuss everything about the latest Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro, including its expected price in Nepal.

Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro Overview

Design and Build

The ROG Phone 9 Pro sports a tough build with a metal frame and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the front. The back uses Gorilla Glass 3, giving it a solid yet sleek feel. It’s also IP68-rated for water and dust resistance. Weighing 245 grams, the phone comes in Phantom Black and Storm White.

The phone comes with a 6.78-inch AMOLED LTPO display offering Full-HD+ resolution. The screen supports a standard refresh rate of 165Hz, which can go up to 185Hz in select games. Its peak brightness reaches 2,500 nits, ensuring excellent visibility even in bright outdoor conditions. With HDR10+ support and 107% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage.

Performance and Storage

Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, the ROG Phone 9 Pro offers improved speed and efficiency over the previous generation. Asus claims a 45% boost in CPU performance and a 40% improvement in both GPU and NPU performance. The phone supports up to 24GB of LPDDR5X RAM and provides 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage, making it capable of handling demanding gaming sessions and multitasking with ease.

Running on Android 15 with ROG UI, the ROG Phone 9 Pro is committed to providing two years of Android updates and five years of security patches.

Gaming and Cooling Technology

The ROG Phone 9 Pro packs the GameCool 9 cooling system, featuring a bigger graphite sheet to keep things cool during intense gaming. For extra cooling, you can grab the AeroActive Cooler X Pro, which also adds a subwoofer for 2.1-channel audio. Plus, the AniMe Vision LED grid lets you customize with animations, GIFs, and text, giving the phone a bit of personal flair.

Camera System

The ROG Phone 9 Pro features a versatile triple-camera setup on the back. It includes a 50MP Sony Lytia 700 main sensor with hybrid gimbal stabilization for steadier shots and videos. The 13MP ultra-wide camera has a 120° field of view, and the 32MP telephoto lens supports 3x optical zoom with optical image stabilization. The 32MP RGBW sensor on the front improves selfies, especially in low-light conditions.

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Battery and Charging Capabilities

The device houses a 5,800mAh battery, an increase from its predecessor. It supports 65W wired charging, allowing the phone to charge fully in just 46 minutes. Wireless charging is capped at 15W. Asus states the battery will retain up to 80% of its original capacity after 1,000 charging cycles.

Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro Specifications

Display: 6.78-inch AMOLED LTPO, Full-HD+ (1080×2400), 165Hz refresh rate, 2500 nits peak brightness, HDR10+ support
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
RAM: Up to 24GB LPDDR5X
Storage: 1TB UFS 4.0
Cooling System: GameCool 9, with optional AeroActive Cooler X Pro
Rear Cameras: 50MP main (Sony Lytia 700, hybrid gimbal stabilization), 13MP ultra-wide (120° FOV), 32MP telephoto (3x optical zoom, OIS)
Front Camera: 32MP RGBW sensor
Battery: 5800mAh, 65W wired fast charging, 15W wireless charging
Audio: Dual front-firing stereo speakers, 3.5mm headphone jack, Dirac tuning
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, 5G, NFC, dual USB-C ports
OS: Android 15 with ROG UI
Water and Dust Resistance: IP68
Weight: 245g
Colors: Phantom Black, Storm White

Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro Price in Nepal Availability

The ROG Phone 9 Pro’s base variant, with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage, starts at EUR 1,200. If it ever makes it here, we expect the Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro’s price in Nepal to start at at least NPR 171,000.

Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro	Price in Europe (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
16GB + 512GB	Eur 1,200	NPR 171,000

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Google making a return to the laptop market!

Raizel Tandukar

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November 19, 2024

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Google making a return to the laptop market!

Though smartphones are the most popular offering in Google’s catalogue to boast the “Pixel” branding, the first-ever “Pixel” device was actually a laptop. Despite that, Google kind of forgot about it and let it fizzle out in the background. However, the Pixel-maker is ready to pick up the forgotten category back. The rumour is Google is working on a Pixel laptop!

Google Pixel Laptop Rumour Round-up

This news comes from AndroidHeadlines, who apparently got their hands on an internal email mentioning this laptop.

What’s cooking?

The Google Pixel Laptop is codenamed “Snowy” and is being compared to the likes of MacBook Pro, Dell XPS series, Microsoft Surface Laptop, and the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook.

The laptop is reportedly beyond the concept phase and Google has already greenlit the project. Furthermore, the source mentions that its development should gear up soon enough.

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What to expect

Since Google is drawing a parallel between its Pixel Laptop and some of the top offerings in the market, we can expect it to be a premium offering. As such, the laptop might arrive with a CNC-milled metal frame, AMOLED panel, and top-tier internals.

Considering today’s industry standard, it should have a minimum of 16GB RAM and a terabyte of SSD. Initially, there was confusion about whether the laptop would boot on Windows or Chrome OS. However, AndroidHeadlines later updated their piece saying it would come with Android instead. Additionally, Google’s two operating systems — Android and Chrome OS are apparently being merged. So there’s that.

Google Pixel Laptop Launch and Availability

While some words on the laptop have leaked, there is no concrete information on when the laptop will make it to the masses. However, with the reports of Google moving forward with the development of the Pixel Laptop — we might see it sooner rather than later.

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I use this app to keep my online accounts safe. And you should too!

Security

Surakshya Acharya

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November 19, 2024

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I use this app to keep my online accounts safe. And you should too!

Today, relying on a single password for your online accounts often isn’t enough to keep the data secure. That’s why you need two-factor authentication (2FA) that adds an extra layer by requiring users to provide 2 authentication factors to verify their identity.

You can find different apps such as Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, Authy, and 2FAS to achieve this. But in this article, I’ll tell you about the latter; 2FAS – an application that uses Time-based One-time Passwords (TOTP) to authenticate your identity and help you log into accounts securely.

What exactly is 2FAS?

2FA is a security system that requires two distinct and separate forms of identification in order to get access to an account. Usually, the first factor is your password, and the second can be an OTP or biometrics. With this, you can prevent unauthorized users from accessing your account in case of a password breach.

Moving on, 2FAS is one of the popular two-factor authenticator apps that protects your credentials using TOTP for identity confirmation. I have been using it for a while now and it has impressed me a lot.

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How does it work?

There are pretty simple steps you will need to follow to use this application. First download the 2FAS Authenticator App (Playstore, IOS). Then turn on the 2-step authentication for your selected account.

After that, you will need to add your account and then finish 2-step authentication for it. After the setup, you will get a code that is different every time and is valid only for 30 seconds.

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Note: The app also includes a “Guide me” category that will walk you through the steps in detail.

Why 2FAS?

Firstly 2FAS doesn’t require you to share personal information to use the app, ensuring your privacy. Additionally, it works offline, unlike many other apps, and offers a browser extension for more flexibility.

Moreover, it is completely free to use without annoying ads or popups. While it’s mobile-first, it also supports backup and syncing via iCloud or Google Drive, giving you a convenient way to manage your authentication settings across devices. You can even import your old tokens from other apps like Aegis, LastPass Authenticator, and Google Authenticator.

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For the safety of this application, you can add an app lock as well. Overall, it is an excellent, open source for securing your accounts with ease and privacy.

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Black Shark accessories soon launching in Nepal

Raizel Tandukar

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November 19, 2024

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Black Shark accessories soon launching in Nepal

Black Shark is an affiliate brand of Xiaomi that produces gamer-centric products such as smartphones and other accessories. The brand is coming to Nepal again, this time with accessories only. Let’s talk about Black Shark, the accessories they are bringing, and their price in Nepal.

Black Shark Brand Overview

Black Shark focuses on making devices, accessories, and software that provide a high-performance gaming experience. It was originally founded as a subsidiary of Xiaomi in 2017. As such, it is often mistaken as a Xiaomi sub-brand like Redmi or POCO. However, that is not the case.

Black Shark does have close ties to Xiaomi where it received financial backing and technical support in its early days. But now the brand is moving toward an independent operational structure and reducing its association with Xiaomi altogether.

Black Shark in Nepal

Black Shark actually already made one round into Nepal. It first arrived here with the Black Shark 3 gaming phone back in 2020. Then there was no continuity and a dormant Facebook of the brand still lives on.

Now the brand is having another go at the Nepali market. It appears to be starting fresh with new social media handles. The brand is formally launching on 26 November 2024 and MobileMandu is its official distributor.

Even though Black Shark Nepal has not name-dropped all the products it will launch, it did post a picture of its portfolio. And that… is enough for our detective senses to find out what those products are!

Black Shark Accessories Price in Nepal

Well, sadly, the brand is not bringing smartphones or coolers for now. Maybe in the future? But for now, we will be getting smartwatches and earbuds.

Smartwatches

Black Shark GT3 Neo

Design: Squircle frame, IP68-rated
Display: 2.01-inch vibrant display (LCD)*, 240 x 296 pixels resolution, 600 nits brightness
Battery Life: 7 days
Features: Unlimited AI Watch Faces, SharkGPT, 100+ Sports Mode, ENC Bluetooth calling, 24 Hours Health Monitoring
Price in Nepal: NPR 6,499 (Expected)

Black Shark S1

Design: Circular dial, Metal bezel, IP68-rated
Display: 1.43″ AMOLED panel, 466 x 466 pixels resolution, 600 nits peak brightness, 60Hz refresh rate
Battery Life: 10 days, magnetic charging within 1.5 hours
Features: 100+ watch faces, 100+ built-in sports modes, Bluetooth phone call with ENC, App notifications, Health and Sleep monitoring, Camera control, Fitness reports with GPS coordinates
Price in Nepal: NPR 8,049 (Expected)

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Black Shark GT3

Design: Curved squircle frame, IP68-rated
Display: 1.96-inch AMOLED panel, 332PPI pixel density, 600 nits brightness, 60Hz refresh rate, 16.7 million colour
Battery Life: 10 days
Features: Unlimited AI Watch Faces, SharkGPT, 100+ Sports Mode, ENC Bluetooth calling, 24 Hours Health Monitoring
Price in Nepal: NPR 9,199 (Expected)

Black Shark S1 Pro

Design: Circular dial, Fully washable
Display: 1.43″ AMOLED panel, 466 x 466 pixels resolution, 326PPI pixel density, 600 nits peak brightness, 60Hz refresh rate, 16.7 million colours
Battery Life: 15 days
Features: 100+ built-in sports modes, Bluetooth phone call, ChatGPT support, Gaming Health Monitoring Mode
Price in Nepal: NPR 11,149 (Expected)

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Black Shark GS3

Design: Rugged design with a circular dial, Fibreglass bezel, Corning Gorilla Glass, 5ATM water resistant, IP69K-rated, MIL-STD (810G-2014/810H-2019) compliant
Display: 1.43″ AMOLED panel, 466 x 466 pixels resolution, 326PPI pixel density, 600 nits peak brightness, 60Hz refresh rate, 16.7 million colours
Battery Life: 21 days, magnetic charging
Features: Unlimited AI watch faces, GNSS five-satellite positioning, SharkGPT, ENC calling, 100+ sports modes, 24 Hours Health Monitoring, Compass, Flashlight, Sedentary Reminders, Weather updates, Real-time stock market view
Price in Nepal: NPR 12,999 (Expected)

Earbuds

Black Shark T11

Design: Semi-in-ear fit, Metallic charging case with slidable lid and “Shing” sound effect, Battery percentage displaying RGB lights
Sound Driver: 13mm drivers
Noise Cancellation: ENC calling
Playback: Up to 5 hours (Buds), up to 30 hours (with case)
Battery: 500mAh (Case)
Connectivity: Bluetooth v5.3
Colour Options: White, Grey
Price in Nepal: NPR 8,049 (Expected)

Black Shark T9

Design: Semi-in-ear fit, IPX4-rated
Sound Driver: 13mm drivers
Noise Cancellation: ENC calling
Playback: Up to 7 hours (Buds), up to 40 hours (with case)
Charging: 10 minutes charge = 4 hours music
Connectivity: Bluetooth v5.3
Colour Options: White, Grey
Price in Nepal: NPR 5,399 (Expected)

Note: All the product prices are tentative guesses from our end based on their pricing in other markets. We will update this list once the company unveils the official prices.

Black Shark Accessories Price in Nepal [Summary]

Smartwatches
Product Name	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Black Shark GT3 Neo	NPR 6,499
Black Shark S1	NPR 8,049
Black Shark GT3	NPR 9,199
Black Shark S1 Pro	NPR 11,149
Black Shark GS3	NPR 12,999
Earbuds
Product Name	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Black Shark T11	NPR 8,049
Black Shark T9	NPR 5,399