Huawei was a big game player in SoC manufacturing with its wholly-owned subsidiary — HiSilicon. After the whole US-ban ordeal, the Chinese tech giant no longer had the means to develop chipsets with the latest tech, rapidly slowing down their progress. The company is working on the Kirin 9100 processor, which reportedly costs quite a sum to manufacture.
HiSilicon Kirin 9100 Rumours Round-up
Domestic Fabbing
International chipmakers like TSMC and Samsung use EUV (Extreme Ultraviolet) lithography to manufacture their processors. This allows them to achieve the latest fabbing process which offers better efficiency. However, HiSilicon — and Huawei by extension — can’t access such tech. Hence, it turned to China-based SMIC to develop Kirin 9100 chips.
The local semiconductor foundry is reportedly working on “n+2/3” fabrication which will be produced using Deep Ultraviolet (DUV) lithography with multiple patterning. This translates to 5nm nodes, and potentially an equivalent performance to that of Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. For reference, the Qualcomm chipset came out near the end of 2022, has 4nm fabbing, and offers a peak clock speed of 3.2GHz.
Thus, Hisilicon opting for a new tech to develop the Kirin 9100 is cool and all, but it still lags considerably behind the latest offering from Qualcomm and MediaTek in terms of performance.
That being said, this chipset is quite costly to manufacture. Foundries generally do not reveal such information. Hence, we are sourcing this information from a Chinese tipster. They claim that producing the Hisilicon Kirin 9100 costs the company about CNY 1,100 to 1,300. This comes out to be around USD 157 to 186.
In comparison, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 apparently costs USD 190. In the meantime, the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 is much cheaper at USD 155. Therefore, the upcoming Huawei silicon cost is similar to the other two heavy hitters, while its performance isn’t as potent.
HiSilicon Kirin 9100 Launch and Availability
Initially, the HiSilicon Kirin 9100 was supposed to debut in the Mate 60 series. However, that did not turn out to be the case. Now, it will likely be available in the Mate 70 series, which apparently includes four phones — the titular one, Mate 70 Pro, Mate 70 Pro+, and Mate 70 Extraordinary Master.
Meanwhile, check out our 2024 flagship chipset comparison video:
Apple Watch Series 8 is the company’s flagship smartwatch from 2022, sitting just below the Apple Watch Ultra which costs almost twice as much as this guy. And in this post, we’ll be going through the specs, features, availability, and the latest official price in Nepal of the new Apple Watch Series 8.
Apple Watch Series 8 Overview:
Design and Display
For the most part, the Apple Watch Series 8 isn’t that different from the Apple Watch Series 7. Be it design, display, or even battery life, these two smartwatches are pretty much the same. You’re looking at a squarish chassis in either a 41mm or a 45mm aluminum or stainless steel case.
Apple Watch Series 8
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Starlight (Aluminum)
Silver (Aluminum)
Midnight (Aluminum)
(PRODUCT)RED (Aluminum)
Silver (Stainless Steel)
Graphite (Stainless Steel)
Gold (Stainless Steel)
Unfortunately, unlike its predecessor, the Apple Watch Series 8 isn’t available with a titanium casing. Apple has also discontinued the Blue and Green aluminum options for a new Silver one here. It is also WR50 certified, which means the Watch Series 8 can survive as deep as 50 meters underwater. This watch is also IP6X dust resistant.
Anyway, there’s no change in the display department this time. It’s got the same 1.61 or 1.77-inch curved Retina LTPO OLED screen with always-on display support. The aluminum variant gets an Ion-X glass display whereas the stainless steel models are protected by a tougher sapphire crystal glass. It can achieve 1000 nits of peak brightness as well.
Powering the Apple Watch Series 8 is the S8 chip. This dual-core processor is apparently 20% faster than the Apple S7 chip on the Watch Series 7. It also has the W3 wireless and the U1 ultra-wideband chip — the latter of which is missing on the cheaper Apple Watch SE (2nd generation).
One of the most notable upgrades you’d find on the Apple Watch Series 8 is its support for car crash detection. This hardware-enabled feature uses the built-in gyroscope, high dynamic range accelerometer, barometer, GPS, microphone, and Apple’s advanced sensor-fusion algorithm. And when the watch senses that you’ve been in a car crash, it can automatically notify the emergency services and your emergency contact with your current location info.
Apple Watch Series 8 runs on watchOS 9 out-of-the-box. It brings a handful of new features like international roaming, better sleep tracking with Sleep Stages, AFib history, a revamped Compass app, and the new Medications app. But all these features are available on older Apple Watches as well. More specifically, the Apple Watch Series 4 or newer models.
Say hello to the new temperature sensor
Among the few additions to the Apple Watch Series 8 is the new temperature sensor. There are actually two temperature sensors here — one on the back of the watch and one just underneath the display. With this, the watch can give a deeper insight into your sleep cycles by analyzing the overall body temperature throughout the night. According to Apple, it can detect temperature changes as low as 0.1°C.
Besides sleep, these temperature sensors also play a big role in curating and predicting women’s menstrual cycles. And with this, the Apple Watch Series 8 can also offer an estimate of when you likely ovulated. Apple confirms that all these data stay encrypted on your device although you can choose to share them with your healthcare provider.
Other than this, the Apple Watch Series 8 can take your ECG readings, blood oxygen, and stress levels too. In terms of fitness tracking, it can record everything from walking, running, swimming, cycling, squats, swimming, and also multisport workouts. That means the watch can automatically detect and switch between different kinds of workouts like running, biking, and swimming to help you prepare for triathlons. As always, Apple is also throwing in three months of Apple Fitness+ subscription on the purchase of any new Apple Watch.
Battery
Sadly, there’s no upgrade as far as battery life is concerned here. You can expect the same 18 hours of endurance on the Apple Watch Series 8, which Apple calls “all-day battery life”.
At least the watchOS 9 platform now enables the “Low Power” mode which can extend the battery life by double to 36 hours! But do note that enabling this mode disables always-on display, automatic workout detection, and a few alerts. And since it supports fast charging, the Watch Series 8 can fill up from 0 to 80% in just 45 minutes. Or 75 minutes for a full charge.
Battery: Up to 18 hours (or 36 hours under Low Power mode)
Charging: USB-C fast magnetic charging cable
Apple Watch Series 8 Price in Nepal and Availability
With the latest price drop, you can take home the 41mm Apple Watch Series 8 for Rs. 64,999 against its previous market price of Rs. 67,999. The price of the 45mm variant now costs you even cheaper at Rs. 57,899 from its previous price tag of Rs. 71,999. These watches have aluminum cases with a Sport Band and don’t have cellular connectivity. You can buy the Apple Watch Series 8 in Nepal from authorized stores like Hukut.
Xiaomi is reportedly considering shutting down its bootloader unlock program for global smartphones. This change would limit users’ ability to unlock their bootloaders through official channels. The information comes from a tip shared by @chunvn8888 on X (formerly Twitter), though Xiaomi has made no official confirmation. In this article, we will discuss rumors about the Xiaomi Bootloader Shutdown news.
Xiaomi Bootloader Shutdown Rumors
Bootloader Unlocking
Currently, unlocking the bootloader allows users to install custom ROMs, which offers a near-stock Android experience. It also provides developers with root access to customize and modify their devices. However, with the reported shutdown of the unlock program, this access may soon become unavailable for international Xiaomi devices.
Changes in China
Xiaomi has already applied these restrictions to its devices in China. The bootloader for Chinese models can no longer be unlocked, following the company’s recent policy changes. If this extends globally, users will face more challenges when trying to unlock their devices, especially developers who rely on root access for advanced customization.
Xiaomi’s new HyperOS system does provides a more refined experience compared to its previous MIUI interface. According to the tipster, these changes could take effect as early as next year, possibly with the release of HyperOS 2.0.
Meanwhile, check. out our review of the Galaxy S23 FE
Six months after OpenAI launched Sora, a groundbreaking tool for generating videos from text prompts, Meta has introduced Movie Gen. This new software allows users to create realistic videos and professional-sounding audio using simple text inputs. In this article, we will discuss everything about the latest Meta Movie Gen
Meta Movie Gen Overview
Features
Movie Gen is powered by a 30-billion parameter AI model, capable of generating 16-second HD videos from text prompts. The AI has been pre-trained on a large dataset of one billion images and 100 million videos, carefully selected to improve quality. In addition, users can input a photograph along with a scene description, enabling the AI to create a video of an animated actor and environment based on the provided information.
The tool offers a range of camera movements and angles, including wide shots, tilts, and pans, allowing users to simulate virtual camera setups similar to real-world shots.
Sound Effects and Music with Movie Gen Audio
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In addition to video generation, Meta has introduced Movie Gen Audio, a 13-billion parameter AI model for generating sound effects and music. The model is pre-trained on one million hours of audio, producing 48 kHz sound effects and music based on text prompts. While Movie Gen Audio can generate several minutes of music, video clips are limited to 16 seconds due to computational demands.
This AI can create realistic on-screen and off-screen sounds, such as footsteps and background music, that align with on-screen action and support the scene’s emotional tone.
Meta Movie Gen Availability
Meta researchers tested Movie Gen against other leading generative AI tools, including OpenAI’s Sora. However, Meta is still working on adding safety measures before releasing the tool to the public.
With the gradual demise of wired earphones, the wireless earbuds industry is gaining more traction than ever. Customers have so many options to choose from and more companies are making their entries on the list on a regular basis. Thankfully, Nepalese buyers have plenty of great options to choose from as well, ranging from a couple of thousand rupees to nearly twenty times that. And in this list, we’ve compiled the best wireless earbuds you can buy in Nepal ranging from Rs. 2,000 to Rs. 50,000. Let’s begin.
Okay, kicking off our list of best wireless earbuds in Nepal is the Redmi Buds 5A. Redmi is a very popular brand that sells everything from wireless earbuds to phones, speakers, and powerbanks. And the Redmi Buds 5A is a decent pair of budget TWS earbuds. And you’ll find touch controls on either earbud for playback control as well.
As for the audio quality itself, the Earbuds use 12mm dynamic drivers, and we found its audio quality to be quite decent in terms of bass and mid frequencies like vocals. For a budget pair of wireless earbuds, its sound signature isn’t half bad.
These earbuds impress on the battery front too. Redmi says you can expect up to 5 hours of music playback on a full charge—or up to 50 hours with the case. Likewise, it is also IPX4 rated against splash damage.
Redmi Buds 5A Specifications:
Weight: 3.6 gm (buds) / 41.2 gm (case, without buds)
The second entry on our list of best wireless earbuds in Nepal is the newly launched Kick Buds S Pro. Housed in an ellipsoid case available in Obsidian Blue and Glossy Silver, the earbuds sport an in-ear design and come with various sizes of ear-tips, each with its own protective mesh. With IPX7 water resistance, it is suitable to use for sweaty workouts. The standout feature here is the Active Noise Cancellation, an unusual addition in this price category.
A Transparency mode is also present, switchable via touch controls. These controls, situated on the stem, offer single, double, and triple taps, enabling music playback adjustments. Each earbud is rated to provide 6 hours of playback and the case extends it to 30 hours. Plus, it even supports 5W wireless charging.
Kick Buds S Pro Specifications:
Color Options: Obsidian Blue, Glossy Silver
Sound Driver: 10mm Titanium driver
Noise Cancellation: ANC (up to 42dB) + Environment Noise Cancellation
Connectivity: Bluetooth v5.3 (10m wireless range)
IP Rating: Yes, IPX7 (earbuds only)
Battery:
Earbuds: 30mAh
Case: 400mAh
Playback Time:
Earbuds: 6 hours
With case: 30 hours
Control: Touch-based control (Single Tap Double Tap, Triple Tap, Long Press)
Charging: Fast wired charging, 5W Wireless Charging
The Souncodre Life K20ii from Anker is a newly launched budget TWS in Nepal at a pretty competitive introductory price of NPR 2,499. For this price tag, you get 13mm drivers with a frequency response of 20Hz – 20kHz. One of the highlighting features here is the BassUp tech. Anker has also provided an AI algorithm to suppress background noise for clear voice calls.
Talking of the design, the K20i is a long-stem earbud with semi-in-ear buds. It also secures an IPX5 rating against water splashes. Other features include Bluetooth 5.3 Instant Pairing and up to 28 hours of music playback with the case.
Anker Soundcore K20i Specifications:
Design: Semi-in-ear design with stem and glossy finish, IPX5-rated
Weight: 4.40 grams (Bud)
Sound Driver: 10mm dual-drivers
Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz
Playback: 6 hours (Buds), 36 hours (Case)
Charging: Fast Charging (10 minutes charge = 1 hour usage)
Connectivity: Bluetooth v5.3
Noise Cancellation: 2x Microphone + AI noise reduction during calls
Other Features: Dual EQ Modes (Bass/Podcast Mode), Instant Pairing, Single Bud Use
Xiaomi Nepal introduced the Redmi Buds 5C to the Nepalese market, featuring 12.5mm dynamic Titanium drivers and Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) a few weeks ago. These lightweight earbuds, each weighing 4.2 grams, have an in-ear long stem design and come in three color variants: Symphony Blue, Bass White, and Acoustic Black. The buds feature a Quad-mic AI ENC system for clearer calls, and the charging case includes a USB Type-C port. The audio drivers offer a 20Hz to 20KHz frequency range and support SBC and AAC codecs. Users can choose between three sound modes: Normal, Transparency, and ANC, which reduces ambient noise by up to 40 decibels.
In terms of battery life, each earbud has a 45mAh battery, while the charging case has a 480mAh capacity. A 10-minute charge provides around 2 hours of playback with 50% volume and AAC codec, though a full charge for both the earbuds and case takes 1 to 2 hours.
Redmi Buds 5C Specifications:
Weight: 4.2 gm (buds) / 38.5 gm (case, without buds)
Sound Driver: 12.4mm Dynamic Titanium driver
Audio Codecs: SBC, AAC
Battery: 480mAh (Case), 45mAh (Earbuds)
Charging: Via USB-C port
Water Resistance: IPX4 splash resistant (earbuds only)
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3
Control: Touch (customizable)
Noise Cancellation: Yes (ANC with Transparency mode)
boAt Lifestyle, an Indian smartphone accessories brand, has launched the Nirvana Ion ANC earbuds in Nepal, a variant of their earlier Nirvana Ion model but with the addition of Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). The design remains mostly the same, with an in-ear fit, groovy patterns on the stem, and IPX4 water resistance.
(Rose Quartz, Northern Lights, Blazing Comet)
However, the ANC variant introduces new color options, including Rose Quartz, Northern Lights, and Blazing Comet, alongside updated Black and White finishes. The earbuds use 10mm drivers, delivering audio in the 20Hz to 20KHz range, and offer up to 32dB of ANC, supported by quad-mic and ENx technology for clearer calls.
The boAt Nirvana Ion ANC also features dual-EQ modes, allowing users to switch between “boAt Signature Sound” and “Crystal Bionic Sound,” or further customize sound via the boAt Hearables app. Equipped with Bluetooth v5.2, the earbuds can connect to two devices simultaneously and include in-ear detection and IWP (Instant Wake Pairing). For gamers, “Beast Mode” reduces latency to as low as 60ms. Powered by 70mAh cells in each earbud and a 600mAh charging case, they offer up to 120 hours of playback with ANC turned off.
boAt Nirvana Ion ANC Specifications
Design: In-ear with IPX4 rating
Weight: 4.90 grams (Buds), 45.50 grams (Case)
Sound Driver: 10 mm dual-drivers
Noise Cancellation: ANC up to 32dB + ENx (Environmental Noise Cancellation) with 4 mics
Playback (With Case): Up to 120 hours (ANC off), Up to 100 hours (ANC on, at 60% volume)
Battery: 70 mAh (Buds), 600 mAh (Case)
Charging: Via USB Type-C, 1 hour (Buds), 2.5 hours (Case)
Features: Dual-EQ Mode, In-ear detection, Multipoint connection, Insta Wake N’ Pair, BEAST Mode with up to 60ms latency, ASAP Charge, One Tap Touch Controls
Color Options: Quartz White, Crystal Black, Rose Quartz, Northern Lights, Blazing Comet
Okay, the fifth guy on the list of best wireless earbuds in Nepal is the newly launched Realme Buds T300. Powered by the 12.4mm Titanized Dynamic drivers, the earbuds also feature an HTW wire coil and an N52 magnet. And with the 360-degree Spatial Audio effect, it results in a bold, crystal-clear, and great overall sound as claimed by the company. You also get ANC up to 30dB and dual-mic ENC for clearer voice calls.
As for the battery, the TWS is backed by a 43mAh cell which is rated for 8 hours of audio playback without ANC. With ANC turned on, you get around 6 hours of music playback. Likewise, the buds connect to your phone via Bluetooth 5.3 and Realme Link app.
Realme Buds T300 Specifications:
Weight: 4.1 grams (each earbud)
Color options: Youth White, Stylish White
Sound driver: 12.4mm Titanized Dynamic Drivers
Audio codecs: AAC, SBC
Noise cancellation: Yes (ANC up to 30dB), Dual-mic ENC
Connectivity: Bluetooth v5.3, 10mm effective range
IP Rating: Yes, IP55 dust and water resistance (earbuds only)
Moving on, the next contender in the list is the OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro. These earbuds with 12.4mm Titanized Diaphragm Drivers prioritize delivering deep, powerful bass for your music. It covers a wide frequency range from 20Hz to 20kHz. You get three microphones on each earbud. While the support of SBC and AAC audio codecs, it’s worth noting that active noise cancellation (ANC) is also included in this model with up to 49dB of Noise Cancellation.
Meanwhile, check out all the prices and availability of Apple AirPods here
In terms of design and functionality, the Nord Buds 3 Pro comes with app support, including OnePlus Fast Pair, Google Fast Pair, Sound Master Equalizer, and Dirac Sound Tuning. OnePlus claims that these buds offer up to 11 hours of battery life from a 36mAh battery, with a total of 44 hours of playback time with ANC Off. Additionally, they boast an IP55 rating, making them resistant to dust and water splashes.
OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro Specifications:
Driver: 12.4mm dynamic driver
Audio Codecs: AAC, SBC
Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.4
Battery: 58mAh (each earbud), 440mAh (case)
Music Time: 8 hours (earbuds), 38 hours (with charging case)
Charging: Wired (USB-C)
Controls: Touch
Active Noise Cancellation: Yes, up to 49dB
IP Rating: Yes (IP55 dust and splash resistant, earbuds only)
The Soundcore R50i NC from Anker is next on our list of the best wireless earbuds in Nepal. Coming in two color options–Black and White, the R50i is IPX5-rated against sweat and minor water splashes. You also get a lanyard on the case for convenience.
Firing the audio is the big 10mm drivers tuned with Anker’s signature sound. You get to choose between 22 EQ profiles in the SoundCore App. Likewise, the brand claims up to 10 hours of battery backup on a single charge on the R50i. the term NC stands here for Noise Cancellation, with the earbuds featuring ANC up to 42dB.
The CMF Buds Pro 2, a new release under the Nothing sub-brand, closely resembles the regular Buds in design rather than its predecessor, the Buds Pro. These in-ear earbuds feature an IP55 rating for dust and water resistance but lack protection in their charging case. Notably, they introduce a unique Smart Dial, which allows users to rotate or press to control volume, ANC, or Voice Assistant via the Nothing X app. Audio is powered by an 11mm bass driver and 6mm micro-planar tweeter, enhanced by tuning from Dirac Opteo, along with Hybrid ANC, spatial audio, and wind noise reduction.
In terms of features, the CMF Buds Pro 2 offers customizable EQ modes, fast pairing, in-ear detection, and a low-latency mode with 120ms for Nothing and CMF devices. The integration of ChatGPT is a unique highlight, accessible via voice commands. The battery offers 43 hours of total playback with the case, or up to 11 hours per charge without ANC. However, with LDAC and ANC enabled, playtime drops to four hours. The buds can charge fully in 70 minutes, while a 10-minute charge gives three hours of use.
CMF Buds Pro 2 Specifications
Design: In-ear with IP55 rating
Dimensions: 33.10 x 20.20 x 23.80 mm (Buds), 53.40 x 53.40 x 23.00 mm (Case)
Weight: 4.90 grams (Buds), 46.00 grams (Case)
Sound Driver: 11mm driver with PU and titanium-coated PET + 6mm micro-planar tweeter with titanium-coated PET
Noise Cancellation: Hybrid ANC of up to 50dB, Six-mic setup with Clear Voice Technology 2.0 during calls, Wind Noise Reduction
Features: Ear tips fit test, In-ear detection, Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair, Low Lag Mode of up to 120ms with Nothing / CMF smartphones, Find Earbuds, ChatGPT integration, Touch Control, Smart Dial Control (Customisable), Spatial Audio
Color Options: Orange, Dark Grey, Light Grey, Blue
The Tune Flex by JBL is a semi-in-ear TWS with silicon ear tips for an ergonomic fit. Firing the audio here is the 12mm audio drivers with JBL’s renowned Pure Bass Sound. As for the codecs, you get both SBC and AAC codecs here. It boasts ANC and Smart Ambient technology for ensuring clear voice calls.
The earbuds connect via Bluetooth 5.2. You also get a JBL companion app for personalizing your listening experience.
Samsung launched the Galaxy Buds FE alongside the Galaxy S23 FE and Galaxy Tab S9 FE series back in 2023. The FE edition earbuds feature a wingtip design inspired by the original Galaxy Buds, promising a secure and comfortable fit. Each bud weighs 5.60 grams, and the squircle-shaped charging case weighs 40 grams. The Galaxy Buds FE comes in Graphite and Mystic White color options.
In terms of audio, the Galaxy Buds FE supports Bluetooth 5.2 and Samsung’s Scalable codec, AAC, and SBC. They feature active noise cancellation, Bixby Voice wake-up, and a Lost and Found feature, with further customization available via the Galaxy Wearable app. The 60 mAh battery in the earbuds provides 6 hours of playback with ANC, and 8.5 hours without, while the 479 mAh case extends total playback to 21 or 30 hours depending on ANC use.
Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Specifications:
Design: Wingtip design
Dimensions: 17.10 x 19.20 x 22.20 mm (Earbuds), 50.00 x 27.70 x 50.00 mm (Case)
Weight: 5.60 grams (Earbuds), 40.00 grams (Case)
Speaker: One-way speaker
Microphone: Triple mic (2 outer + 1 inner)
Audio Codec: Scalable, AAC, SBC
Noise Cancellation: Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
Battery: 60 mAh (Earbuds), 479 mAh (Case)
Playback: Up to 30 hours (ANC off + with case)
Sensors: Proximity sensor, Hall sensor, Touch sensor
Connectivity: Bluetooth v5.2 with Auto Switch
Compatibility: Android 8.0+ with 1.5GB+ RAM or Windows
2021’s Beats Studio Buds also finds its way on our list of best wireless earbuds in Nepal. As we all know, Apple acquired Beats in 2014 for $3 billion. But Studio Buds is an Android-focused pair of wireless earbuds rather than something that’s designed to fit into the Apple ecosystem. Of course, for the latter, there is the widely popular “AirPods” lineup instead.
Anyway, Beats Studio Buds has an in-ear design and quite a peculiar shape. It’s one of the few earbuds in the list that offers a clickable button on either earbud to control music playback and volume levels. While such physical buttons on a pair of premium mid-range earphones feel a little strange, they are fairly precise and work well.
As for the audio quality, it has an 8.2mm dual-element diaphragm that favors bass rather than mids and highs. Still, the mids and highs sound decent too. It supports ANC as well which filters ambient noise, but not completely. There’s also a transparency mode that is ideal for hearing noises in your surroundings. Beats Studio Buds offers a battery life of up to 4.5 hours with ANC on.
Next up is the Anker Soundcore Liberty 4. These are the company’s flagship pair of wireless earbuds with almost all the premium features you could expect. It is energized with an ACAA™️ coaxial dynamic driver with support for spatial audio. You get Hi-Res streaming, as it supports LDAC codec besides the standard AAC and SBC.
Liberty 4 also features a personalized “HearID Sound” feature that analyzes in-ear pressure and noise moves for a custom noise canceling (ANC) and audio experience. Likewise, the buds can track your heart rate as well.
It is also among the very few entries on our list of best wireless earbuds in Nepal that support multipoint connectivity. That means you can pair the Liberty 4 with two Bluetooth devices at the same time, and switch between them seamlessly. These earbuds have an incredible 9 hours of battery life with ANC off—or 2 hours more with noise cancellation turned off.
We have the Nothing Ear in our best wireless earbuds list. Boasting an identical design to its predecessor, it brings the 11 mm dynamic drivers. You get LHDC 5.0 support for 24-bit Hi-Res audio and customized sound profiles as well.
Likewise, the earbuds offer a 45dB of ANC and transparent mode for ambient sound. As for the connectivity, it pairs with your smartphone using Bluetooth 5.3, Google Fast Pair (for Android), and Microsoft Swift Pair (for Windows) devices. The TWS is rated for 8.5 hours of music playback while the charging case gets 2.5W Qi wireless charging support as well.
Nothing Ear Specifications:
Driver: 11 mm dynamic drivers
Audio codecs: AAC, SBC, LHDC 5.0, LDAC
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3
Controls: Press contact
Music time:
ANC off: 6.3 hours, 36 hours (with case)
ANC on: 4 hours, 22.5 hours (with case)
Charging time: 1.25 hours (USB-C)
IP rating: Yes, IP54 for buds and IP55 for case
Noise-canceling: Up to 40dB (personalized, adaptive ANC)
Samsung introduced the Galaxy Buds3 in Nepal, bringing a fresh design and enhanced features. These new earbuds adopt a cuboid stemmed design with a semi-in-ear fitting, optimizing sound output based on the user’s ear shape and wearing habits. The transparent-lid charging case features an “Open-type” design, and the buds are IP57-rated for durability. Available in Silver and White, they offer a sleek and practical design for everyday use.
The Galaxy Buds3 comes with 11mm dynamic speakers, providing high-quality sound, and three microphones on each bud for noise cancellation and call clarity. While they lack Ambient mode, the buds support Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and Samsung’s Seamless Codec for 24bit/96kHz audio. They also feature 360 Audio when paired with select Samsung devices, delivering an immersive experience. Integration with Galaxy AI enhances ANC, and equalizer settings, and introduces features like an interpreter tool for real-time translation.
These earbuds use Bluetooth v5.4 and pack a 48mAh battery in each bud and a 515mAh battery in the case. Users can enjoy up to 6 hours of playtime (30 hours with the case) without ANC, and 5 hours (24 hours with the case) with ANC on. The buds support both USB Type-C and wireless charging and come equipped with touch and voice controls, Auto Switch for multi-device pairing, Auracast, and Samsung Find integration.
Huawei launched the FreeBuds 5 TWS earbuds in Nepal this Dashain, boasting a unique curved design inspired by “Rupert’s Tears.” These semi-in-ear earbuds have a fatter stem and a water droplet-shaped earpiece, providing an ergonomic fit with an IP54 rating for dust and water resistance. Available in Ceramic White, Coral Orange, and Frost Silver, the earbuds weigh just 5.4 grams.
In terms of audio, the FreeBuds 5 houses 11mm drivers and features a dual magnetic circuit architecture for enhanced bass. They support L2HC and LDAC codecs, hybrid active noise cancellation, and spatial audio modes for an immersive experience. With Bluetooth 5.2, the earbuds offer multi-device connection, low latency mode, and touch controls. The 42mAh battery in each earbud delivers up to 5 hours of playback, with fast charging providing 3.5 hours in just 20 minutes.
Huawei FreeBuds 5 Specifications:
Weight: 5.4 gm (each bud), 43 gm (charging case)
Drivers: 11 mm
IP rating: Yes, IP54 (Earbuds only)
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.2 (multi-device connection)
Audio: Triple-microphone, hybrid active noise cancellation
Most earbuds on our list of best wireless earbuds in Nepal target casual listeners or audiophiles, but the Beats Fit Pro goes a step beyond that. This Apple-owned brand has designed Fit Pro specifically for athletes and fitness enthusiasts. One of the standout features, here, is the wingtip design. It keeps your earbuds from falling off your ears so these could be perfect for your gym/workout sessions. It even has tiny vents that the company claims will help relieve pressure.
Another highlight of the Beats Fit Pro is the H1 chip powering it. Because of this, users can seamlessly switch between multiple Apple products. It even supports “Audio Sharing” like the AirPods lineup.
Beats have fitted the Fit Pro with 9.5mm audio drivers with support for spatial audio. There is even support for automatic Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency modes. As for the battery, the company claims music playback of up to 24 hours with the charging case. It also has fast charging though wireless charging is missing here.
While every other TWS earbuds so far on our list of best wireless earbuds in Nepal are designed to work with both Android and iOS devices (some less than the others), if you’re in the Apple ecosystem, you should probably try out AirPods before everything else. The company also has a fairly diversified range of wireless earbuds—including the high-end Pro variant or the regular AirPods. And the 3rd generation AirPods might be perfect for those who don’t want to spend a whole lot on the Pro model.
This one also has an in-ear design with a much shorter stem than the 2nd gen AirPods. But unlike the AirPods Pro, you don’t get silicone ear tips here—which could actually be a good thing if you’re someone who isn’t comfortable with wearing those ear tips for long hours. It also offers Adaptive EQ that personalizes music according to your ear size.
Powering the AirPods (3rd Generation) is the Apple H1 chip which enables features like Spatial Audio. This head-tracking feature lets you enjoy 3D (three-dimensional) audio when watching movies, shows, and such. Unfortunately, these earbuds don’t support active noise cancellation and Apple has reserved that feature for the Pro lineup only. As for the battery, Apple says these AirPods can last for up to 6 hours at 100% charge.
Apple AirPods (3rd Generation) Specifications:
Weight: 4.28 gm (buds) / 37.91 gm (case only)
Sound Driver: High-excursion Apple driver, High dynamic range amplifier (H1 chip)
Audio Codecs: AAC, SBC
Battery: 6 hours (earbuds), 30 hours (with case)
Charging: Via Lightning port, MagSafe wireless charging (optional)
Water Resistance: IPX4 splash resistant (earbuds only)
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0
Control: Press (customizable)
Noise Cancellation: No (only passive noise isolation)
Color Options: White
Companion App: No
Other Features: Personalized Spatial Audio, Adaptive EQ
Okay, the final entry on our list of best wireless earbuds in Nepal is Apple’s new 2nd Generation AirPods Pro. These guys build on the incredible legacy of the original AirPods Pro with some meaningful upgrades here and there. It is powered by the new H2 chip, which promises up to 2x better ANC performance. Now, we couldn’t quantify those claims in any way, but the AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) is really great at cutting out most of the ambient sound.
Likewise, Apple continues its dominance with how it implements the transparency mode as well. It sounds so natural that you’ll forget you have earbuds on in the first place. And this time, these earbuds also have something called “Adaptive Transparency Mode”. This basically drowns out any sudden ambient noise in real time to prevent your ears from particularly loud noises.
The audio side of things also gets some upgrades here. Its sound response is really balanced across all frequencies, so you’ll have a great time listening to all genres of music here. The call quality is equally impressive here and Apple has also upped the battery life on the 2nd Gen AirPods Pro. Unfortunately, it still uses a Lightning connector for charging—although you do have Qi and MagSafe wireless charging options. Oh, and the charging case also has a U1 ultra-wideband chip to help remotely locate it more easily.
Sony is incredibly famous for its audio products, and the newly launched WF-1000XM5 is easily among the best pair of wireless earbuds you could find. Compared to its predecessor—the Sony WF-1000XM4—it brings an identical design but it has got rid of the edges. It is now 25% smaller and 20% lighter as well.
To ensure a secure fit, Sony has also used foam ear tips this time; instead of regular silicone ear tips. And although I wouldn’t call these suitable for gyms or anything, Sony has included an IPX4 splash resistance on these earbuds. So it should easily survive against sweat or light water splashes.
As for the audio quality itself, the WF-1000XM5 features a new 8.4mm driver. It can even stream Hi-Res audio via Sony’s own LDAC codec, so if your ears can actually discern such high fidelity, you’re going to absolutely love these. Besides, the WF-1000XM5 also brings more effective ANC (while consuming less power) and up to 8 hours of playback with ANC.
Sony WF-1000XM5 Specifications:
Weight: 5.9 gm (buds) / 39 gm (case, without buds)
Do you agree with our list of the best wireless earbuds in Nepal? Comment down below which wireless earbuds you think are the best ones available in Nepal.
It is no secret that Xiaomi doesn’t just sell smartphones, it has an entire sub-brand called Mijia that focuses on home appliances alone. And under that very name, Xiaomi has started crowdfunding for an energy-efficient AC with an air outlet on the top. In this article, we will look at the Xiaomi Mijia Air Conditioner Natural Wind Pro and also talk about its potential price in Nepal.
Xiaomi Mijia Air Conditioner Wind Pro Overview
Design
This aircon is one pretty-looking home appliance, that will definitely pull some eyes. As I mentioned earlier, the Xiaomi Mijia Air Conditioner Wind Pro has an air exhaust on the top. Critics online have cited its resemblance to the Panasonic Sky series AC due to this design approach. While that may be true, the Chinese offering has a much cleaner look with a Star Satin Silver colouring. It also has a circular display on the side which shows things like temperature, and connection status.
The entire system consists of an outdoor condenser unit as well, which has the same metallic finish with a large Mijia logo slapped onto it.
Moving on to the features, the key highlight of the Xiaomi Mijia Air Conditioner Wind Pro is extremely energy efficient with a 5.65 APF value. The AC has a double-cylinder compressor and double-row condenser and outputs 830m³ air per hour. Its unconventional design with exhaust on the top apparently gives it the same qualities as a central AC, as per the company. Furthermore, they stress that you won’t have air uncomfortably blowing at your face and will be spread all across the room instead.
This aircon is quite smart too — it is equipped with a self-developed cloud-based algorithm. With this, the AC constantly learns about your usage habits and adapts accordingly. Moreover, its temperature is immaculate over an extended period of usage. The Xiaomi Mijia Air Conditioner Wind Pro understands the temperature and air quality of your environment. It then adjusts to the best setting based on the situation. Additionally, this AC offers ecosystem benefits as it can be connected to a network through dual-band WiFi. Then users can control it through the app on their smartphone or Xiao AI voice assistant. Lastly, this AC is capable of multi-step self-cleaning, where the outdoor unit utilises condensed water to flush away the dust.
Xiaomi Mijia Air Conditioner Wind Pro Price in Nepal and Availability
The air conditioner is open for crowdfunding, which will go on till 16 October 2024. The crowdfunding posting reveals that the product might start shipping at the end of the month. The company has set its maximum retail price at CNY 3,999, however, it will be available for buyers at CNY 3,499. Given that, we expect the Xiaomi Mijia Air Conditioner Wind Pro price to be NPR 92,199, if it ever arrives in Nepal.
OnePlus recently launched a bunch of products including the Nord 4, Pad 2, and Watch 2R. Along with the aforementioned products, they also launched new earbuds that come with all the necessary features. Which has gone official in Nepal. In this article, let’s delve deeper into the latest OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro while also discussing its official price in Nepal.
OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro Overview
Design and Audio
The OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro comes in an in-ear fit with a stem that sort of looks like a clapper of a bell. It has a slight cavity on the upper end of the stem, which is reserved for the capacitive touch sensor. Meanwhile, the charging case of these buds is perfectly ovular. It also has a two-tone finish with a glittery body and glossy lid. These buds are IP55-rated and are available in Starry Black and Soft Jade colour options.
For audio, the OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro packs a 12.4mm driver with titanium-coated diaphragms. The material choice apparently enhances the audio giving deeper bass and richer vocals. Apart from that, these buds are also equipped with two analogue and one digital microphone on each side. Coupled with the company’s Clear Call and anti-wind noise algorithms, they ensure disturbance-free phone calls. Moreover, OnePlus’ latest budget earbuds are capable of active noise cancellation of up to 49dB, that too with transparency mode.
Equipped with the latest Bluetooth v5.4, these earbuds ensure a smooth and stable connection with up to two devices at the same time. Additionally, they come with the Google Fast Pair feature allowing for instantaneous pairing with Android devices. If you are using a OnePlus phone together with the Nord Buds 3 Pro then you get to enjoy some of the ecosystem benefits. Otherwise, you can install the HeyMelody app to get access to additional functionalities. The app allows you to customise the audio setting or use the “Find My Earbuds” to help locate misplaced earbuds.
In terms of battery, these buds pack a 58mAh cell on each side. Likewise, the charging case comes with a 440mAh unit. By utilising them, the OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro is capable of offering 12 hours of playtime independently and up to 44 hours with the case. This is when used without the ANC turned on, of course. When you do turn on the noise cancellation, the battery life drops by over 50% to 5.5 hours and 20 hours respectively. After all the charge has been drained, the whole thing can get back up in just 80 minutes by plugging in through the USB Type-C port. Say, you don’t have that much time to spare, even 10 minutes of charge will be good to go for four hours.
OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro Specifications
Design: In-ear fit with IP55 rating, Ovular charging case with dual-tone finish
Dimensions:
Buds:29.99 mm x 20.30 mm x 23.87 mm
Case: 66.60 mm x 51.24 mm x 24.83 mm
Weight: 4.40 grams (Buds), 38.20 grams (Case)
Sound Driver: 12.4 mm drivers with titanium-coated diaphragm
Noise Cancellation: Active Noise Cancellation of up to 49dB with Transparency Mode + Clear Call / Anti-wind noise Algorithm with two analogue and one digital microphone setup on each bud
Connectivity: Bluetooth v5.4
Codecs: SBC, AAC
Battery: 58 mAh (Buds), 440 mAh (Case)
Playback (ANC Off, at 50% volume): Up to 12 hours (Buds), up to 44 hours (Case)
Charging: Via USB Type-C, 240 minutes with 10 minutes charge, ~ 60 minutes (Buds), 80 minutes (Buds + Case)
It was an open secret that Nothing was about to release new earbuds with a new naming convention a while ago. Now that one of those offerings has officially made it here, let’s talk in short about the Nothing Ear, its features, official price in Nepal and availability.
Nothing Ear Overview
Design and Audio
Looking at the design, the latest Nothing Ear does not look much different from its predecessor. It ships in the standard two colour options i.e. Black, and White. The case of Nothing Ear also looks the same with a squircle shape and a circular depression on the lid. Meanwhile, you get an IP54 water resistance on the buds while the case has a slightly higher resistance of IP55.
The Nothing Ear relies on an 11mm dynamic driver on both the buds with ceramic diaphragm. Similarly, these earbuds come with proprietary tuning from the company. Each bud also packs three mics which coupled with Clear Voice Technology offers undisturbed phone calls. Additionally, it comes noise cancellation feature where you can manually adjust between three levels. Or, you could simply choose “Adaptive” mode and the earbuds will automatically do all ANC adjusting according to your surroundings.
Features
The latest Nothing earbuds come with a plethora of features. Starting with, in-ear detection. These buds can detect whether or not it’s inside a user’s ear and pause or play media based on that. Other than that, it is equipped with Bluetooth v5.3 and offers four different codes — AAC, SBC, LHDC 5.0, and LDAC. These buds are compatible with devices running on Android 5.1 or iOS 11, and later.
You get Google Fast Pair as well as Microsoft Swift Pair features for a faster pairing experience. Meanwhile, these buds can be connected to two devices simultaneously for added convenience. You can access even more functionality through the Nothing X app. Lastly, the most popular LLM — ChatGPT has been integrated into the Nothing ecosystem and can be accessed through Nothing Ear.
The Nothing Ear holds a 500 mAh cell in the tank while the buds pack 46 mAh units each. With this, the earbuds can offer up to 8.5 hours of playback independently and over 40 hours with the case. These numbers are derived with ANC turned off. When you turn on the ANC, the playback hours drop to 24 and 5.2 respectively.
After you’ve drained the battery you can plug it in for just 10 minutes through the Type-C port to get 10 hours of usage out of it. On the other hand, it supports 2.5W wireless charge as well.
Features: In-ear detection, Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair, Dual connection, Low Lag Mode with up to 120ms latency
Colour Options: White, Black
Nothing Ear Price in Nepal and Availability
The Nothing Ear is now available in Nepal for just NPR 22,999. You can buy it via our affiliate partner Hukut Store or other retail outlets across Nepal.
Samsung Galaxy A06 launched in Nepal a little while ago. Now the company’s little more premium offering is buzzing as it is next in line for launch. Let’s look at all the information we know about the Samsung Galaxy A16 so far!
Samsung Galaxy A16 Rumours Round-up
Renders
The Samsung Galaxy A16 renders have leaked, and we can see that the 5G variant has liner patterns on the back, while the 4G-only one has a plain monotone finish.
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
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Samsung Galaxy A15 4G
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Performance
According to the listing, the Galaxy A16 5G will become two different chipsets for different regions. The Exynos 1330 will power the European one, while, the Dimensity 6300 will power the South Asian ones. Similarly, as for the A16 4G, we’ll see the same old Mediatek Helio G99. Both the phones will be paired with a memory starting at 4GB RAM and 256GB storage.
Now the renders have leaked, we can say there are virtually no changes on this phone aesthetically. Samsung is now fixated on its “Galaxy Design” for all of its offerings, so that’s what we are getting. The company introduced this “Key Island” thingy with the A15 and A25, which has now become a symbol of the A-series phone. This protrusion of buttons has stuck around this year as well.
Other than that, the listing suggests that these phones will come with a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED screen stretching FHD+ while offering a 90Hz refresh rate and 800 nits peak brightness. Lastly, doing what Samsung does best, it is pushing six whole years of updates on the Galaxy A16 as well. Under the hood, both of these versions will feature a 5000 mAh battery with a 25W charger.
Samsung Galaxy A16 Launch and Availability
It is still way too early to say anything about the Samsung Galaxy A16. However, we can expect it to launch near the end of 2024 as its predecessor did the same. Additionally, we will likely see it launch alongside the Samsung Galaxy A26.
Lava Agni 2 was met with a lot of fanfare and rightfully so. Now the Indian smartphone brand has launched its successor, which comes with some interesting features. In this article, we will look at the Lava Agni 3 in further detail, including its expected price in Nepal.
Lava Agni 3 Overview
Design and Displays
Lava Agni 3 continues to have well-received design aspects of its predecessors. It has curved frames and edges and ships in two shades of monotone colour options. The choices are named Pristine Glass, and Heather Glass, also hinting that it has the glass for its back panel.
This phone introduces a new design element in the price segment — the Action Key button, obviously inspired by the iPhone. Similar to the iPhone’s Action Button, users can use it as a camera shutter as well as a quick switch for various activities like video recording, turning on a flashlight, taking a screenshot, SOS, and opening third-party apps. It is also IP64-rated.
The Action Key is not the only thing that set the Lava Agni 3 apart from the crowd though! This phone also has a secondary display right next to its camera layout! Yes, it has a 1.74-inch “Agni InstaScreen” just like flip phones with similar functionalities too.
Similar to the digital pet introduced by Honor on the Magic V Flip, the Agni 3 brings a doggo called “Firey”. The mini-display in here is an AMOLED panel, just like the primary screen which is much larger at 6.78 inches. Moreover, it stretches 1.5K in resolution, offers a 120Hz refresh rate, and peaks at 1,200 nits of brightness.
Performance
For the performance, the Lava Agni 3 packs the MediaTek Dimensity 7300X under its helm. This processor is the same thing as the regular Dimensity 7300, albeit it is specifically targeted at devices with dual displays. That being said, the silicon has eight cores, comes in 4nm fabbing, and has a peak clock speed of 2.5GHz.
Other internal hardware on this phone includes 8GB LPDDR5 RAM and either 128GB or 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. The Lava Agni 3 allows users to virtually extend the memory by another 8GB, however, there is no option for external storage expansion.
For power, it packs a 5,000 mAh battery with a 66W wired charging support. Furthermore, it has a nine-layer copper-plated heat dissipation module and a 5,000mm2 liquid vapour chamber to keep things cool and running smoothly.
Software-wise, you get clean, ad and bloatware-free Android 14, which is quite a sight at its price range. This phone also has “HyperEngine Technology” which supposedly provides a 20% improvement in FPS and energy efficiency during gaming than its predecessor.
The Lava Agni 3 comes with a triple camera setup on the back, led by a 50MP unit coupled with the Sony Quad-Bayer sensor with OIS capability. The auxiliary shooters on this phone include an ultrawide and a telephoto lens, both of 8MP resolution.
The former has a wide 112° field-of-view, while the latter offers 3x optical and 30x digital zoom along with electronic image stabilisation. Though the inclusion of a secondary display allows for selfies with the high-quality main camera, you could also use the 16MP snapper on the front. Other than that, its front camera is utilised as a face scanner with a fast unlock time of 0.55 seconds.
The connectivity aspect of this phone is solid too. It supports two SIM cards simultaneously and can operate in 14 different 5G network bands. This phone also has WiFi 6E, Bluetooth v5.4, and six-way navigation with A-GPS support for further wireless connectivity. There is no NFC though. And for wired connections, you get a single USB-C cable that works as an OTG as well as an audio jack.
Lava Agni 3 Specifications
Design: Monotone design with Action Key and Agni InstaScreen, IP64-rated
Battery: 5,000 mAh Lithium Polymer cell with 66W fast charging
Connectivity: Dual SIM, 5G, WiFi 6E, Hotspot, Bluetooth v5.4, USB Type-C
Colour Options: Pristine Glass, Heather Glass
Lava Agni 3 Price in Nepal and Availability
The Indian brand unveiled the phone for pre-booking on 4 October 2024. Those who pre-booked the set will be getting it four days later, and open sales finally start on 9 October. This phone will be available for a minimum of INR 20,999 and the company is offering a one-year instant handset replacement guarantee. If the Lava Agni 3 ever arrives here in Nepal, we expect its price to start at NPR 34,999.
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